Pa & relationship co-ordinator – marais road shul

About The Organisation And The Role

The Green & Sea Point Hebrew Congregation, affectionately known as Marais Road Shul, has been the spiritual home of Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard Jewish community since 1926. The Shul has a new opportunity for a dynamic, community-oriented and tech-savvy PA & Relationship Coordinator who is invested in the growth of the Marais Rd shul community.

Full-time, Permanent, Work

Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town

Posted 5 days ago

Job Features

Job Category Admin, Office & Support, Community & Social Welfare

Location:
Sea Point
Reporting to: Rabbi and Head of Operations
Nature of contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours of work: Monday – Thursday: 09:00 – 16:00 | Friday: 09:00 – 14:00
Salary range: Market-related, commensurate with experience
Closing date for applications: 4 September 2026

Main Duties & Responsibilities Executive Support to the Rabbi Ensure all activities are aligned to the vision of the Rabbi and the Board of the shul. Manage the Rabbi’s diary, appointments and schedule, co-ordinating meetings and managing correspondence. Act as the first point of contact for congregants wishing to meet with or speak to the Rabbi. Provide confidential administrative and ad hoc support. Marketing, Communications & Community Engagement Utilise AI tools to enhance communication and administration Use AI to enhance and expedite creative outputs Manage all communication channels using tech and AI tools Maintain and update the Word Press website and manage social media platforms. Congregant Relationship Management Foster positive relationships between the congregation and the Shul. Coordinate the Bar and Bat Mitzvah Club including communications and payment follow-up. Professionally manage enquiries, concerns and complaints. Liaise with families regarding aliyot, sponsorship opportunities and event arrangements. Database Administration Maintain and update the congregation’s membership database including significant lifecycle events and a milestones. Generate and distribute yahrtzeit notices and prepare weekly birthday, anniversary and yahrtzeit reports for the Rabbi. Required Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following competencies:

Work experience and industry exposure Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Office Administrator, Community Coordinator or in a similar client-facing administrative role, is essential Previous exposure to AI and other tech tools for managing workflow. Experience supporting senior executives or leadership is desirable Experience managing a variety of Social Media channels, essential Experience coordinating events or community programmes is advantageous. Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships. Professional, empathetic and approachable communication style with a strong customer service orientation. Ability to manage sensitive conversations with discretion and diplomacy. Excellent Administration and Organisational Skills Experience managing confidential information. Database administration experience. Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail. Excellent diary and calendar management. Strong coordination abilities, with the ability to prioritise multiple competing demands. Specific Requirements Computer literate with Microsoft Office proficiency and CRM experience Comfortable using AI productivity tools. Previous experience within a religious, non-profit or membership organisation would be beneficial. Ability to read and understand basic Hebrew, desirable Knowledge of the Jewish holidays and milestones, desirable Engaged with progressive tech tools and AI to optimize daily administrative functioning within the organisation. Excited and in-touch with how to use AI beyond its use as a search tool.