Job Description

Interim Assistant to the Director (3-month contract/secondment)
The Division of People and Culture
The Division of People and Culture strives to create a significant employment experience through insightful human connections and invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.
Main Objectives
To provide specialised project, organizational, and administrative support to the Director and the Division.
The Requirements
A B. Degree (preferably in human resources) or equivalent plus approximately four (4) years relevant experience where such experience includes: -

• Previous administrative experience where planning, coordinating, and executing high-level and complex administrative processes and projects was a key responsibility and where the job required a high degree of multi-tasking

• At least one (1) year of human-resource-related administrative experience working with an HR management information system
• Previous experience handling queries (staff, members of the public, etc.)
• Report writing and data analysis experience

Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -

• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.
Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact .
Remuneration per annum (Grade 11):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 401 952.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 539 645.00
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.
Closing Date: 10 September 2025
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.
Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Skills Required