Academic Administration Manager

Invictus Education Group; Umhlanga Rocks; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization is seeking an experienced Academic Administration Manager to oversee all administrative operations related to Distance Learning programmes. Based in Umhlanga Rocks, the successful candidate will ensure the smooth coordination of academic processes while providing support to students and academic teams. A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years in academic administration with 2 years in a management role are essential. Strong MS Office skills and team management experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in an academic administration role.
• 2 years management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all administrative operations related to Distance Learning programmes.
• Ensure smooth coordination of academic processes.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies.
• Provide exceptional support for students and academic teams.

Skills

Advanced level MS Office and Excel skills for data analysis and reporting

Strong team management skills

Experience in navigating student registration systems

Planning and time management skills

Ability to handle confidential academic information responsibly

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Academic Administration Manager to oversee all administrative operations related to our Distance Learning programmes. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth coordination of academic processes, compliance with institutional policies, and exceptional support for both students and academic teams.

This position is based at our Support Office in Umhlanga Rocks, Kwazulu Natal, Durban.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

Tertiary qualification, Bachelor’s level preferred. Minimum of 5 years in an academic administration role, with 2 years management experience.

Essential Skills

• Advanced level MS Office and Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Strong team management skills
• Experience in navigating student registration systems.
• Planning and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential academic information responsibly
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines