SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER.4.05

University of the Witwatersrand; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Johannesburg is looking for an administrator with at least five years of relevant experience in education. The candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and be highly computer literate, particularly in MS Office and ORACLE systems. Responsibilities include managing student records, coordinating academic events, and ensuring excellent communication within the faculty. This role requires high levels of initiative and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in an administrative role at tertiary level or education sector.
• Experience with eLearning platforms and student record management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Biological Sciences administration tasks.
• Coordinate academic activities including exams and record keeping.

Skills

Computer literacy in MS Office

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Knowledge of the higher education sector

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ORACLE (SIMS)

Database management

Job description

Brief Description

Minimum Qualifications / Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
• A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in an administrative role at tertiary level or education sector.

Key Competencies

• Highly computer literate in MS Office, E-mail, Internet, with database experience and knowledge of ORACLE (SIMS), Sims Activity Management, HEMIS, eLearning platforms, WebMaster, Room Allocation System, and MCQ system
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), interpersonal and organizational skills
• High levels of initiative; ability to work independently in a pressured environment, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential. An understanding of the higher education sector, as well as knowledge of the University’s systems and procedures
• Good interpersonal skills and a professional manner. Ability to work in a deadline driven and pressurized environment

Key Performance Areas

• Biological Sciences administration (registration, maintain student records, book venues, compile Biological Sciences Handbook, control all accounts for the entity)
• Faculty of Science administration (editing Faculty Rules and Syllabus Booklet, faculty timetables and prize giving)
• Academic coordination (keep accurate records of marks, enter marks on WAMS, liaise with external examiner, prepares for and coordinates exams)