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Senior Administative Officer.4.05

University of the Witwatersrand Gauteng 6 months ago
Full-time
Education and Training

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)

Closing Date: 30 January 2026