Office Assistant x9 (4- month Contract)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town, Bellville; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology university in Cape Town seeks an Office Assistant for the Student Residences Admin department. Responsibilities include assisting with office duties, database administration, and handling queries from staff and students. The ideal candidate should have a Grade 12 qualification and administrative experience, preferably in a higher education environment. This role supports operational activities in the Division of Student Affairs.

Qualifications

• 6 months administrative experience required.
• Experience in student support is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with general office duties.
• Database administration.
• Handling staff and student queries.
• Contributing to departmental activities.

Skills

Administrative experience

Client focus

Education

Grade 12 Senior Certificate/ Matric Qualification

Job description

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Job Title

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Student Residences -> Student Residences Admin

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

9

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

22/11/2025

Job Purpose

To provide Office Assistance to the Residence Department within the Division of Student Affairs and support operational related activities.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Grade 12Senior Certificate/ Matric Qualification
• 6 months administrative experience

Recommended:

• Student support and administration experience within the Division of Student Affairs at an institution of higher education.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Assisting with general office duties
• Database administration
• Handling staff and student queries
• Contributing to departmental activities

Communication

Client Focus

Contributing to Team Success

Safety Awareness

General Information

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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