Departmental Administrator B - Department of Economics - 25190

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FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR B

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Responsibilities

The incumbents will be responsible for delivering an effective and comprehensive administrative service to the Head of Department and staff members in the Department of Economics, including:

• General administration and support to the Head of Department;
• Teaching and learning administration;
• Administrative support to the staff and students;
• Administrative support for the undergraduates and Postgraduate programmes;
• Financial administration.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant 3 years National Diploma with at least 2 years experience that includes office administration, secretarial and financial experience, OR
• Matric and 4 years experience that includes office administration, secretarial and financial experience; and
• Certificate or experience in the use of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as the use of internet and e-mail.

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Ability to work under pressure without compromising detail and accuracy;
• Ability to prioritise work independently and handle simultaneous assignments with success and accuracy;
• Appropriate professional communication and language skills, both written and verbal;
• Strong display of customer service acumen;
• Ability to work with numbers and formula in Excel;
• Ability and sophistication needed to interact with internal and external stakeholders;
• Ability to effectively function in a group;
• Good administrative skills;
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Added Advantages And Preferences

• A relevant Bachelors Degree;
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access;
• Experience in administering undergraduates and/or postgraduate programmes;
• Knowledge of a blended learning environment including online support (ClickUP);
• Basic Knowledge of the PeopleSoft system;
• Experience in managing the logistical arrangements for events;
• Experience in a higher education environment.

PLEASE NOTE: As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbents level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za , and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;

CLOSING DATE: 16 August 2023

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Mary-Jane Ndlovu Tel: (012) 420 4977

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 October 2023 please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.