Academic Admin Specialist (6-Month Contract)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology invites applications for an Administrative Assistant on a 6-month contract within Civil Engineering & Survey, at the Bellville campus. The role provides administrative support to the department and handles office duties to ensure smooth academic administration.

Requirements include Grade 12, a diploma preferred, at least two years’ admin experience in an academic setting, and proficiency in MS Office and ITS.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent. A National Diploma in Business Administration or Office Management & Technology or equivalent qualification is recommended.
• At least Two years relevant administrative experience. Administrative experience within an academic department in a higher education institution is recommended.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and ITS.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with departmental administration
• Database administration
• Minutes taking
• Phone coverage
• Reception
• Student queries
• Liaison with other departments within CPUT
• Filing
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication
• Contributing to teamwork and be able to work independently
• Self-motivation and initiating action
• Numeracy
• Applied knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word
• Learner and client focus
• Managing work and effective time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Stress tolerance
• Safety awareness

Skills

MS Office

ITS

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

National Diploma in Business Administration or Office Management & Technology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology invites applications for an Administrative Assistant on a 6-month contract within Civil Engineering & Survey, at the Bellville campus. The role provides administrative support to the department and handles office duties to ensure smooth academic administration.

Requirements include Grade 12, a diploma preferred, at least two years’ admin experience in an academic setting, and proficiency in MS Office and ITS.