About

Engineering Ministries International (EMI) is a Christian non-profit made up of architects, engineers, surveyors, and construction managers who value Design, Discipleship, and Diversity. Since 1982, our worldwide mission is to develop people, design structures, and construct facilities which serve communities and the Church—facilities like hospitals, schools, water systems, and more.

In the EMI South Africa office in Cape Town, we are looking for a friendly, proactive, and organised Front Desk & Office Administrator to manage reception duties and support daily office operations. This role suits an early-career candidate eager to learn, take initiative, and contribute to a positive, service-oriented environment.

Qualifications

In addition to the typical EMI Staff prerequisites, candidates for this position must have:

  • Minimum: Matric (Grade 12)
  • Practical administration/reception experience advantageous
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Comfortable working with numbers
  • Good communication skills and proficiency in standard Office software
  • Enjoys connecting and spending time with people.
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently, while working in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities

The following are essential responsibilities for this position:

  • Spiritual and professional discipleship through EMI’s programmes and opportunities.
  • Welcome visitors, manage calls and emails, and maintain a warm, professional front desk environment
  • Handle general administration, including filing and record keeping
  • Manage office supplies, stocktaking, and ordering of consumables
  • Occasionally organise the storeroom to help create efficient office systems
  • Assist with basic financial tasks such as capturing payments and maintaining accurate records

Should you wish to apply for this role, please send the following to our HR department by no later than 22 May 2026. Applications that do not include all the items below will not be considered.

  • Updated CV
  • 3 Contactable references
  • Matric Certificate

A brief typed letter (not more than 300 words) commenting on your personal alignment with EMI South Africa’s mission, vision and core values (please refer to our website) Please submit your application to Human Resources: hr.southafrica@emiworld.org