NWU

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM) SALA OPERATIONS –NWU HIGHER DEGREE ADMINISTRATION VACANCY: HDA PROJECT: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT PEROMNES: 13 POSITION NUMBER: TEMPORARY POSITION FIXED TERM: FOUR MONTH CONTRACT APPOINTMENT WITHOUT BENEFITS To assist with records management project in the Higher Degree Administration office. Old documents and paper-based records must be re-located, sorted, documents must be extracted and scanned, filed electronically on shared drives and the disposal of out-dated records. The task will involve manual labour as well as computerised activities. To ensure that that the project is completed according to schedule on all three campuses.

• To assist with the sorting, scanning, electronic filing, and disposal of records of the Higher Degree Administration office according to the NWU File Plan
• To complete tasks on a schedule as per the project plan
• To carry boxes and files to the relevant offices for processing, scanning, and filing
• Report regularly on project tasks and deadlines to Higher Degree Administration Section Head.

• Matric/Grade 12 Qualification
• NQF level 6 qualification would be an advantage
• Appropriate knowledge of general office and administrative tasks
• Knowledge of North-West University systems and procedures will be an advantage
• Knowledge of the NWU file plan and storeroom logistics will be an advantage

• Ability to plan, organise and prioritize daily tasks.
• Ability to follow a fixed procedure and work on a system
• Ability to work against a schedule and a deadline
• An advanced level of computer literacy and generally used computer systems.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks related to this position
• Appropriate knowledge of English and terminology used in the university environment.

• Ability to work at a good pace.
• Diligent and trustworthy.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work in a team