Job Summary
The University of Cape Town (UCT) is seeking to appoint a permanent Administrative Assistant (Payclass 07) to support the Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU) within the School of Economics.
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Location: University of Cape Town, Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU), School of Economics, Faculty of Commerce
Organization: University of Cape Town (UCT)
Closing Date: 16 June 2025
This soft-funded position involves providing comprehensive administrative and logistical support to the SALDRU Director, Deputy Director, and team, along with serving as the frontline reception.
The role demands a dynamic individual capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Key Responsibilities
- General administration such as filing, travel arrangements, minute-taking, and completing finance and admin forms
- Human Resource administration
- Frontline reception duties
- Coordination of events and meetings
- Performing ad hoc administrative duties as required
Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum NQF4 qualification
- Driver’s license
- At least 3 years of relevant office administration experience
- 1 year of event coordination experience
- Proficiency in MS Word (high) and MS Excel (medium)
- Good time management, planning, and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure independently and collaboratively
- Strong client focus and service orientation
- Attention to detail and high levels of honesty and integrity, especially when handling cash and finances
Advantageous
- Secretarial/Office Management Diploma (1 year)
- Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems
- Familiarity with UCT and higher education processes
Remuneration
The annual package, including benefits, ranges from R394,844 to R464,523, depending on qualifications and experience.
Application Process
Interested candidates should email the following documents in a single PDF file to Tania Hendricks at saldruadmin@vula.uct.ac.za:
- UCT Application Form (download at UCT HR Forms)
- Letter of Motivation highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three contactable referees
Please specify the position title and reference number (E25607) in the email subject line. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may need to complete competency assessments as part of the selection process.
Additional Information
- Telephone: 021 650-1808
- Website: www.saldru.uct.ac.za
- Reference number: E25607
UCT is a designated employer committed to diversity, equity, and redress, with a focus on achieving employment equity targets. Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented groups.
Closing date for applications: 16 June 2025. UCT reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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