Job Description

Title of Position
Administrative Officer: Faculty
Post Number
8020236
Faculty/Department
University of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> Dean's Office: Arts and Humanities
Type of Position
Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location
Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
31/3/2025
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: FACULTY (GRADE 12)
DEANS OFFICE
FACULTY OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES
To provide administrative support to the Faculty Office in respect of all Faculty administrative processes, in order to ensure alignment and compliance with central administrative systems and procedures; and to provide a professional support service to academics, students and staff.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key responsibility areas:

• Academic Administration
• Marks Administration
• Enquiry Management
• Committee Administration
• Financial Administration
• Human Resources
• Marketing and Recruitment
• Events Management
• Meeting Administration
• Reports
• General Administration

Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Minimum of 3 years' administrative experience, preferably in academic administration.

Preferred Requirements of the Post:

• An accredited post-matric qualification
• Administrative experience in a Higher Education environment is preferred
• Proficiency in computer programmes/software packages e.g. Word; Excel / MS Office Suites / PowerPoint

Please note: A full job description can be made available upon request.
Required competencies:

• Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills to engage with academics, students and service providers.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, and to adhere to and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work without supervision and to pay attention to detail.

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.