Head of Selection (Senior Administrative Officer) / Hoof van Keuring (Senior Administratiewe Beampte) at Stellenbosch University

Job description

Job Requirements

• A university degree;
• At least two years' relevant experience, or at least five years experience at a higher education institution;
• Proven experience of admission and selection processes at a higher education institution;
• Proven ability to work with a high attention to detail and to maintain confidentiality;
• Proven organisational, planning, prioritising and administrative skills;
• Proven ability to function effectively under pressure and to keep to strict deadlines;
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to function effectively within a multi-lingual and multi-cultural environment;
• Ability to manage problem and conflict situations in a diplomatic manner;
• Excellent interpersonal relationships with students, direct colleagues and academic staff;
• Proven computer literacy, which includes sound knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• The ability to work as part of a team;
• Willingness and availability to work irregular hours at times.

Recommendation

• Proven value-driven management skills, or a recognised management qualification;
• Proven presentation skills;
• Proven record of student-centered service delivery;
• Proven experience of the software used within the SU environment.