Administrative Assistant: Faculty

University of the Western Cape; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the Western Cape invites applications for an Administrative Assistant: Faculty in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. The role reports to the Senior Faculty Officer and supports academic programmes through efficient administration and coordination.

The successful candidate will handle academic administration, assist with marketing and recruitment, and bring at least two years of relevant experience in an academic setting, with strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years administrative experience.
• Academic administrative experience in a Higher Education environment is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel / MS Office Suites / PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Academic administration
• Marketing and Recruitment assistance
• Minimum of 2 years ‘administrative experience

Skills

Administrative skills

Marketing support

Office software

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Title of Position

Administrative Assistant: Faculty

Post Number

725A

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> Dean's Office: Arts and Humanities

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

Location

Closing Date

25/10/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

FACULTY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (GRADE 13)

FACULTY OF ARTS & HUMANITIES

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of the Western Cape seeks to produces graduates of the highest caliber. The Faculty Office plays a key role in supporting the academic programme and providing academic administrative excellence. We are currently seeking a self-motivated, committed, competent, suitably qualified and experienced individual for this key appointment.

Reporting to the Senior Faculty Officer, the appointee will be responsible for:

• Academic administration
• Marketing and Recruitment assistance
• Minimum of 2 years ‘administrative experience

Preferred requirements:

• Academic administrative experience in a Higher Education environment is advantageous
• Proficiency in computer programmes/software packages e.g., Word; Excel / MS Office Suites / PowerPoint.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.