Job Description

Since its bold founding in 1916, the University of Fort Hare has embodied courage, resilience, and the pursuit of transformation. From its proud legacy as a cradle of African leadership and intellectual liberation to its continued determination to overcome contemporary challenges, Fort Hare's spirit of renewal endures. The University has been steadily advancing its transformative journey over the years -- the Decade of Renewal, marked by accountability, innovation, and academic excellence.
Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, Fort Hare offers more than just a place to work; it offers a purpose. Here, you can help shape the future of one of South Africa's most historic and culturally rich institutions, while enjoying the province's natural beauty, sense of community, and space for professional growth.
Are you ready to be part of this journey and help reposition this iconic institution to the place it so richly deserves?
Applications are invited from visionary and committed professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the University's ongoing renewal.
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND PARTNERSHIPS - RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND PARTNERSHIPS
POSITION: SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR: MANAGEMENT SUPPORT (P10)
ALICE/EAST LONDON CAMPUS
CONTRACT: Permanent
UFH Advert Reference No:RP36
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To support the International Affairs and Partnerships strategy, the University of Fort Hare seeks to appoint a dynamic, decisive, and knowledgeable person for the position of Senior Administrator. The primary responsibilities of the Senior Administrator are to provide financial, administrative, confidential document administration, and systems related duties for senior institutional leadership.
Reporting directly to the Director: International Affairs and Partnerships, the incumbent will provide administrative support to the Director. The support covers a wide range of administrative tasks that include managing incoming documents, emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings, writing minutes of meetings, making travel arrangements, making accommodation bookings, processing procurement requisitions, compiling information for institutional reports, organizing institutional events and coordinating activities or projects undertaken by the Director's Office.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS.

• Confidential Document Administration
• Data entry into systems and spreadsheets
• General Office Administration
• Secretarial and Administrative Support
• Financial Administration

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma/Degree in Office Management/Administration or similar Diploma/Degree in related field (NQF 7)
• 3 years' experience in Office Management and Administration Support preferably in a higher education environment.
• Basic financial knowledge is mandatory and basic business acumen
• Knowledge and experience of document management & filing

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Knowledge of and experience working in an International Office environment within higher education.
• Driver's License
• Honours degree or higher qualification is an added advantage

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Communication (verbal & written)
• Interpersonal conflict handling
• Teamwork & collaborative work
• Work management
• Administration & Governance
• Well-groomed and well presented (image)
• Professional telephone & e-mail etiquette
• A detail-oriented individual
• A friendly, people-focused individual

REMUNERATION
A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered.
ENQUIRIES:
Queries regarding job content can be directed to Ms. Fungai Matumba on and 043 704 7190.
The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to visit the website for a more comprehensive advert.
Applications must be made online before the closing date, and the following documents must be attached:

• A completed University of Fort Hare application form,
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae,
• A Cover letter stating how you satisfy the requirements of the advertised position,
• Names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees,
• Copies of all your academic qualifications and proof of registration with professional bodies,
• If applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.
• Incomplete or applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE: 16 November 2025
University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.

Skills Required