Senior Administrative Assistant (P002296)
Listing reference: nwu_001671
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 4 May 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Others: Education and Training
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY: FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
POSITION NUMBER: P002296
VACANCY: SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
PEROMNES GRADE: 12
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Support in all administrative tasks, assistance to CHHP Sport Science and Biokinetics program, managing files and records, and capturing of data. To work according to a fixed procedure and against checklists to ensure the correctness and completeness of records against deadlines and checklists.
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administration
- Data, team lists, basic human resources etc.
Finances
- Quotations, orders, receive purchases etc.
Management
- Assistance to Head: Sport Science and Biokinetics
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 (NQF level 4) or an equivalent qualification in administration.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in general administrative work.
FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)
- Formal training in using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet, KFS, various applicable systems e.g Management Information System.
- Knowledge of administrative clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, office procedures and terminology, capture data as well as compile reports.
- Knowledge and skills with regard to the use of specific office software programs.
- Knowledge of principles for providing customer and personal service.
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the appropriate language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Capable to manage the electronic calendar of the CHHP with regards to appointments, testing, meetings, training etc.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Utilize proper grammar, punctuation, spelling and correct of information
- Ability of utilize various software programs for word processing and spreadsheets
- Perform basic mathematical operations with accuracy
- Communication effectively with students, clients, and staff
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU
- Ability to prioritise ongoing administrative tasks and manage time well
- Actively look for ways to help staff and clients
- Attention to detail
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Yolandi Willemse on 018 299 1811
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Phindi Khesa on 018 299 1814
CLOSING DATE: 05 May 2023
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 June 2023
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
