Administrative Officer
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
The Quality Promotion and Assurance Office (QPA) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Administrative Officer on a one-year fixed-term contract.
The Administrative Officer provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Director and Quality Consultants within the Quality Promotion and Assurance Office. The incumbent contributes to the administration of student evaluation processes and supports institutional quality assurance activities, including academic reviews, quality reviews, committee administration, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and the coordination of quality-related projects and events.
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) plus administrative qualification
- Four years’ experience in an administrative support function in a higher education institution or equivalent body
- Experience in committee administration, event coordination, project administration, and report preparation.
- Knowledge of financial and administrative systems and processes in a large higher education institution
- Skills in relevant computer packages, including advanced word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a skills assessment to demonstrate their suitability for the role.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 21 October 2026
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za.
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
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