Administrative Assistant – University Psychology Clinic

Mandela; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University is seeking an experienced administrator to provide comprehensive clerical support to the South Campus University Psychology Training Clinic (UCLIN). You will manage reception, handle inquiries, and assist with appointment scheduling for trainees and supervisors, ensuring privacy and accuracy in records.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and organisational skills as part of a busy clinical training environment.

Qualifications

• Matric and a certificate or diploma in Office Administration, Secretarial Studies, or related field.
• 2+ years administrative or receptionist experience, preferably in healthcare/counselling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and reception support to the UCLIN Psychology Training Clinic.
• Manage clinic reception area and patient enquiries (phone, email, in person).
• Assist with scheduling client appointments for training professionals and supervisors.

Skills

Administrative skills

Reception/front desk

Confidentiality

Scheduling

Data entry & record keeping

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Office Administration/Secretarial Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nelson Mandela University is seeking an experienced administrator to provide comprehensive clerical support to the South Campus University Psychology Training Clinic (UCLIN). You will manage reception, handle inquiries, and assist with appointment scheduling for trainees and supervisors, ensuring privacy and accuracy in records.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and organisational skills as part of a busy clinical training environment.