Dynamic Chemistry Dept Administrative Secretary

NMU; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University in South Africa seeks a capable administrator to provide secretarial support in the Chemistry Department, primarily for the South Campus. You will assist the Head of Department, academics, lab staff and postgraduate students with high-level administrative tasks.

The role requires 3+ years of relevant experience and strong MS Office skills, with a focus on confidentiality and efficient information management. A post-school qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent; post-school qualification advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Previous administrative experience within a university environment advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support and high level administrative support.
• Manages the office of the Head of Department.
• Document and Information Management.
• Financial Administration and assisting with budget monitoring.
• Handle queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Arranging departmental functions and meetings.
• Assist with academic administration.

Skills

Excellent administration

Strong organisational skills

Minutes taking

Interpersonal & communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Post-school qualification advantageous

Tools

MS Office

ITS system

Job description

Nelson Mandela University in South Africa seeks a capable administrator to provide secretarial support in the Chemistry Department, primarily for the South Campus. You will assist the Head of Department, academics, lab staff and postgraduate students with high-level administrative tasks.

The role requires 3+ years of relevant experience and strong MS Office skills, with a focus on confidentiality and efficient information management. A post-school qualification is advantageous.