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Carnen Van der merwe

@carnenvandermerwe

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I am a motivated administrative assistant with strong computer literacy and teamwork skills.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking an entry-level administrative role in a supportive team where I can apply my computer and office skills, learn on the job, contribute reliably, and grow into greater responsibilities. Available immediately.

I am a motivated, fast-learning matriculant (Matric 2023) with practical administrative experience and immediate availability. I bring strong computer literacy and a disciplined, team-oriented work ethic.

I worked as Assistant to the Office Manager at a clothing company (pressing & printing) from March–June 2024 and was retrenched due to cost-cutting. I also supported The License Hubb as an Administrative Assistant during school holidays (2021–2023), handling filing, invoicing, client assistance and telephone support.

I am proficient in Microsoft Word and advanced Excel, familiar with Outlook and major web browsers, and experienced in filing, invoicing, data entry and general admin support; I thrive under pressure and am eager to learn and grow within a dynamic organisation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Assistant to Office Manager

Steel Monkey Clothing

Mar 2024 - Jun 2024 (3 months)

Supported the Office Manager with daily administrative tasks and assisted pressing and printing operations for garment production; role ended due to retrenchment from cost-cutting.

Administrative Support Pressing Customer Service Microsoft Word

Administrative Assistant

The License Hubb

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (2 years)

Provided filing, invoicing, client assistance, call handling and general administrative support during school holidays and on-call between 2021 and 2023.

Invoicing Data Entry Administrative Support Microsoft Word Excel

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Hoërskool Brandwag

National Senior Certificate, Secondary Education

Completed National Senior Certificate (Matric) at Hoërskool Brandwag in 2023, passing English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Accounting, Computer Applications Technology, Tourism, and Life Orientation.