Project Administration & Data Control Officer

Sol Plaatje University; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Sol Plaatje University is seeking a Project Officer to provide administrative, financial administration, and data control support to the IPMO. You will assist the Director, Senior Project Managers, and project teams with office operations, filing, procurement, and reporting for the 2026–2030 Infrastructure Development Plan.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years in an administrative setting, with experience in project environments, diary management, and data capture.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Office Administration or related field (NQF7) is required.
• At least 3 years’ administrative/office support experience, preferably in project/technical environments.
• Experience supporting senior management or in a busy office setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin and secretariat support to the Director and project staff, including diary management, correspondence, and travel arrangements.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Manage incoming/outgoing correspondence and maintain filing systems; order and manage supplies.
• Assist with preparation of project reports, coord meetings with contractors and stakeholders, and support procurement documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Office administration

Data entry / data control

Diary management / meetingCoordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree (NQF7) in Office Administration or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SharePoint

ERP systems

Job description

Sol Plaatje University is seeking a Project Officer to provide administrative, financial administration, and data control support to the IPMO. You will assist the Director, Senior Project Managers, and project teams with office operations, filing, procurement, and reporting for the 2026–2030 Infrastructure Development Plan.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years in an administrative setting, with experience in project environments, diary management, and data capture.