Job Description

Eastern Cape

, Eastern Cape

The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African university, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.



To effectively implement the University's Research and Innovation Strategy, the Director requires dedicated administrative support to manage complex strategic and operational functions. A Senior Administrator ensures continuity, institutional memory, and efficient coordination across faculties, departments, and external partners. Their operational and administrative expertise will enable the Director and the Department of Postgraduate Studies and Postdoctoral Fellowships to function optimally and maintain high service standards with optimal controls. With growing postgraduate student numbers and postdoctoral fellows, the workload demands a skilled professional who can manage systems, timelines, and stakeholder engagement.

Minimum Requirements:

Undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7). 3 years' experience in Office Management and Administration Support, preferably at a senior level. 3 Years' experience at a Higher Education Institution.

Responsibilities Include:

Office Administration, including, Secretarial role to the Director Management of the office and diary of the Director, bearing in mind the complexity of managing the Director's activities across campuses. Records keeping for audit, asset management and resource control purposes Financial administration for operational budgeting and spending Compiling information for ongoing reporting Provides an effective interface between the Director's office and all levels of the University community. Event coordination and management, including administration of the relevant meetings (agenda compilation, minutes and reports) Implement administrative functions of stakeholders, including HODs and faculties related to the Director Communication with internal and external stakeholders Travel management, including bookings for local and international trips for the department

Competencies:

Strategic communication and intercultural competence Operational and administrative expertise Programme and project management Data literacy and reporting Basic financial literacy

Closing Date: 26 October 2025

Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:



Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online.

Applications must be accompanied by:
a) A recent and comprehensive curriculum vitae

b) A Covering Letter stating how applicants satisfy the requirements of the advertised position/s

c) A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form

d) Copies of the applicant's qualifications. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from SAQA.


No faxed, emailed or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.

Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application/s being disqualified.

CONTACT DETAILS

Queries can be directed to Ms. S Sigodi on ssigodi@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7240. Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.



The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment. The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998 as amended, 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."