Internal advert-Admin Assistant: Maintenance Stores and Signage

Rhodes-University; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 245,000 - 347,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhodes University is hiring an Admin Assistant: Maintenance Stores and Signage (Grade 07) to provide administrative and financial support to the Facilities Services division and maintenance store, including administration of contracts with external service providers.

The role covers accounts administration and interaction with students as needed. This permanent post may be offered as a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. Closing date is 2026-11-05.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with about 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience with budgets and reconciliations in a computerised environment.
• Experience interacting with students is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and financial support to Facilities Services and maintenance contracts.
• Assist in administration of accounts and liaise with external service providers.

Skills

Financial admin

Budgeting

Reconciliations

Administration experience

Student interaction

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Admin Assistant: Maintenance Stores and Signage (Grade 07)

Procurement

The Procurement Department is inviting suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

To provide administrative and financial assistance to the Facilities Services division and maintenance store with regards to administration and contracts with external service providers. The incumbent will also be required to assist in the administration of accounts.

The Requirements

Grade 12 plus approximately 3 years relevant experience where such experience includes:

• Financial administration within a computerised environment having worked with budgets and reconciliations
• Previous administration experience within a computerised environment
• Previous experience in interacting with students will be an advantage

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

Emuneration per annum (Grade 07)

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R245 124

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R346 666

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 05 November 2026

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.