Administrative Assistant (6- month contract)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Bellville; Sur place; ZAR 140 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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

Connaissances

MS Office

ITS

Formation

Grade 12 or equivalent

National Diploma in Business Administration or Office Management & Technology

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Administrative Assistant: 6- month contract (Internal Applicants Only) - (9038)

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Job Title

Administrative Assistant: 6- month contract (Internal Applicants Only)

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Engineering and the Built Environment -> Civil Engineering & Survey

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

6/11/2026

Job Purpose

To provide administrative support for the department of Civil Engineering & Geomatics, as well as to facilitate the administration of academic functions to ensure effective and efficient rendering of quality service.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 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.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• 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

General Information

Closing Date: 06 November 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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