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

Cput Sa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Part time

Job summary

Cape Peninsula University of Technology is seeking an Administrative Assistant on a 6-month contract (internal applicants only) to support the Department of Civil Engineering & Geomatics, within Engineering and the Built Environment. The role focuses on delivering quality service through efficient administrative processes.

The ideal candidate has Grade 12, a relevant diploma, and at least two years of administrative experience, preferably in an academic setting, with strong MS Office and ITS

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent; Diploma recommended.
• At least two years administrative experience; academic environment preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ITS.

Responsibilities

• Assist with departmental administration
• Manage database administration
• Take minutes and support reception
• Handle phone coverage and student queries
• Liaise with other departments within CPUT
• File documents and maintain records
• Adapt to changing environment and demonstrate effective time management
• Communicate clearly verbally and in writing
• Support teamwork and work independently when required
• Demonstrate numeracy and client focus

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Numeracy

Verbal and written communication

Self-motivation and initiative

Adaptability

Education

National Diploma in Business Administration / Office Management

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

MS Office suite

ITS

Job description

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

Job Title

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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