Youth looking for administrative and receptionist jobs in South Africa can now apply for the Receptionist Assistant Jobs 2026 available in Johannesburg North. ALPLA has opened applications for its Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme based at the Lanseria Plant.
This 12-month contract opportunity is ideal for unemployed South African youth between the ages of 18 and 34 who want to gain valuable workplace experience in administration, customer service, and office support.
The successful candidate will assist with reception duties, visitor coordination, office administration, meeting arrangements, and HR support while working in a professional manufacturing environment.
Receptionist Assistant YES Programme Details
- Position: Receptionist Assistant
- Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme
- Location: Lanseria Plant, Johannesburg North
- Reference Number: AP-9
- Job Type: Contract
- Duration: 9–12 Months
- Salary: Market Related
- Work Level: Student / Graduate
- Closing Date: Not Specified
Duties and Responsibilities
The Receptionist Assistant will be responsible for several administrative and front-desk functions, including:
- Receiving and directing telephone calls and emails professionally
- Welcoming visitors and coordinating international guests
- Arranging accommodation, meals, transport, and invitation letters
- Scanning and recording invoices from vendors
- Assisting with supplier cheque handovers and receipt collection
- Coordinating meetings, conferences, and conference calls
- Managing office stationery and supply inventory
- Performing filing, photocopying, scanning, and clerical duties
- Maintaining a clean and professional reception area
- Supporting HR events and administrative processes
- Ensuring health, safety, hygiene, and compliance standards are followed
Requirements
To qualify for the Receptionist Assistant YES Programme 2026, applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 34 years old
- Be currently unemployed
- Not have participated in the YES Programme before
- Have Grade 12 and a relevant tertiary qualification
- Be computer literate
- Be fully bilingual
- Have strong communication and organisational skills
- Work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Be a team player with good interpersonal skills
Previous experience in administration or reception work will be advantageous.
Why You Should Apply
This YES Programme opportunity offers unemployed youth a chance to gain practical office administration experience in a well-established international company. Candidates will develop skills in communication, administration, customer service, teamwork, and workplace professionalism.
The programme can also improve future employment opportunities in administration, reception, HR support, and office management roles.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the Receptionist Assistant Jobs 2026 in Johannesburg North should prepare the following:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified Matric Certificate
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
Apply as soon as possible before positions are filled.
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