Higher Education Administrator

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development

Supportive work environment in Randbur

Contribution to educational mission

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Higher Education Administrator to join our Randburg-based team. You will support academic departments, manage schedules and records, and assist with admissions, registration, and enrollment processes.

In this role you will handle departmental budgets, process financial transactions, and serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, and staff. You will also help organize academic events and ceremonies, contributing to a smooth campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Administration, Business Management, Education, or related field.
• Experience in an administrative role, preferably within higher education.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and student information systems.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to academic departments, including schedules and records.
• Coordinate admissions, registration and enrollment management processes.
• Manage departmental budgets and process financial transactions.
• Serve as primary contact for students, faculty and staff.
• Support organization of academic events and ceremonies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Administration, Business Management, Education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student information systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Higher Education Administrator to join their administrative team in Randburg . This role is vital for ensuring the smooth operation of academic departments and student services, providing essential support to faculty, staff, and students. You will manage a variety of administrative tasks, support academic processes, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the institution. This position is perfect for an individual with strong organizational skills and a passion for supporting the educational mission in the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to academic departments, including managing schedules, correspondence, and record-keeping.
• Assist in the coordination of academic programs, including student admissions, registration, and enrollment management processes.
• Manage departmental budgets, process financial transactions, and ensure compliance with institutional policies.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for students, faculty, and staff, addressing inquiries and providing information.
• Support the organization of academic events, meetings, and ceremonies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Administration, Business Management, Education, or a related field.
• Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within a higher education setting.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in office software suites (e.g., Microsoft Office) and experience with student information systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the institution.
• A supportive and professional working environment in Randburg .
• The opportunity to contribute to the effective functioning of a respected educational institution.