Departmental Administrator A - Department of Financial Management

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FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR A

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 09

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 incumbent will be responsible for delivering an effective and comprehensive operational administrative service to the Head of Department of Financial Management and the staff members.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Financial administration;
• Human resource administration ;
• Teaching and L earning administration;
• Research and m arketing administration;
• Managerial administration; and
• General administration.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 with at least f ive ( 5 ) years office administrat ion, secretarial experience and financial administration ; OR
• Relevant National three-year Diploma with at least t hree ( 3 ) years office administrat ion, secretarial experience and financial administration ;
• Computer skills, including basic database management and proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel; and
• A drivers licence.

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Applicable professional communication and language skills, both written and verbal;
• Ability to work under pressure without compromising detail and accuracy;
• Strong display of customer service acumen;
• The ability and sophistication needed to interact with internal and external stakeholders;
• Ability to prioritise work independently and handle simultaneous assignments with success and accuracy;
• Good administrative skills;
• Ability to handle confidential information;
• Good Interpersonal skills ;
• Understanding of post-graduate research environment;
• Knowledge of research database and EndNote;
• Knowledge of and experience in editing academic documents; and
• Knowledge of statistics and statistical software packages.

Added Advantages And Preferences

• A relevant degree;
• Proven work experience in office office administration ; secretarial experience and financial administration , preferably within a higher education academic; and
• Experience with PeopleSofts Human Capital Management System, Student Services Centre, and the Financial and Enterprise Request Systems.

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

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: 22 May 2024

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

Enquiries

Mrs Z Mashalaba, Ziyanda.mashalaba@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, Prof J Hall , Tel: (012) 420 33 89 Email: john.hall @up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2024 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. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

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