Administrative Assistant at Corteva Agriscience

We’re hiring for the position of Administrative Assistant. Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.

As an Administrative Assistant you will be responsible for performing a variety of administrative duties. Supports one or more members of management and/or staff in a business unit. Work generally requires knowledge of company and business practices, policies, programs, and product line. Resolves routine and non-routine inquiries. Administrative responsibilities include conference, meeting, and event coordination; travel arrangements; coordination of marketing collaterals; administration of corporate sponsorships and documentation; liaison with accounts payable and procurement, calendaring; and document preparation and management. Maintains confidentiality.

You Will Be Part of our Growing Team 

• We have a dynamic team who focus on the best administrative skills and support to the Commercial team and Management.
• The opportunities for growth are ample and if you are driven and have the urge to grow, the future is bright

Your Challenge:

• You must be able to work independently and be highly motivated
• You must have exceptional communication skills and people skills
• You must be disciplined and have a drive to get work done under challenging conditions
• You must have a good attention to detail
• You must be a team player

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

You will mostly be working with our staff daily but will also work closely with our customers and partners in Agriculture like financial institutions, co-operations and from time-to-time our government officials.  

Qualifications

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need 

• To be fully bilingual in English and another S.Africa language
• To be computer literate, especially Excel
• A valid South African driver’s license
• A Grade 12 pass
• At least 3 years’ experience in an administrative role
• Experience in marketing and sales or Agriculture related business would be an advantage