Office Assistant at Rhizome Consulting

Summary

As an Office Assistant you will be responsible for supporting day-to-day administrative and operational tasks to ensure the office runs efficiently. This role includes handling clerical duties, providing support to staff and visitors, maintaining office supplies, and performing errands as needed. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities
 

• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of office spaces
• Assist with filing, photocopying, scanning, and document organization
• Distribute mail, memos, and other correspondence to appropriate recipients
• Run errands such as picking up supplies, deliveries, or documents
• Monitor inventory and restock office and cleaning supplies
• Provide refreshments for meetings and guests as required
• Assist with basic data entry and record keeping
• Support administrative staff in preparing for meetings or events
• Welcome guests and direct them appropriately
• Ensure proper functioning of office equipment and report issues when necessary

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

• B.Sc degree in Social Science or any other relevant field of study.
• Previous experience in a similar role and Basic computer literacy (e.g., MS Word, Excel) is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• 1–2 years in a similar office support role
• Basic office procedures (filing, mail handling, record-keeping)
• Use of office equipment (printers, scanners, etc.)
• Workplace cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards
• Inventory and supply management
• Confidentiality and basic customer service etiquette
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management and reliability
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Basic problem-solving and initiative
• Experience working in structured office environments
• Exposure to supply tracking or administrative support tasks