Administrative Assistant - Maputo

About the role

Zutari, an engineering firm with almost 90 years of experience and a management ownership, is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join its Maputo office on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The first two months are a handover period alongside the current post-holder. The role provides day-to-day administrative and finance support to the Mozambique team so that projects and business development run smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• General office administration and support to technical and management staff
• Arrange visas, work permits and travel for staff and visitors
• Process purchases, supplier payments and expense claims
• Register vendors and process invoices in the ERP system
• Maintain files, contracts and records
• Support proposal and EOI preparation (formatting, document assembly, submission logistics)
• Liaise with service providers, clients and the South African office

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in business administration, finance or similar
• 2 to 3 years of administrative experience, ideally in a professional services or engineering firm
• Fluent Portuguese and good working English (written and spoken)
• Strong attention to detail, organised, and able to work independently

Required skills

• Good Microsoft Office skills
• ERP experience is an advantage
• Knowledge of Mozambican immigration and procurement processes is an advantage