Administrative Officer - Grade AD 10 (5 Months Fixed Term Contract) at University of the Witwatersrand

Brief Description        
Minimum qualifications/requirements/criteria:

• Grade 12, a relevant qualification in Administration would be an advantage.
• Three years of relevant experience in an administrative role at the University (or tertiary educational sector) will be advantageous.
• Must be highly computer literate in MS Office, E-mail, Internet, database experience and knowledge of ORACLE/WAMS.
• Display high levels of initiative.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), interpersonal, and organizational skills required.
• Ability to work independently in a pressured environment and meet deadlines.
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
• Must have an understanding of the higher education sector, as well as knowledge of the University's systems and procedures.

Key job functions include:

• Capturing all test marks, assignments and examination marks.
• Dissemination of marks to Faculties, Schools and Departments.
• Assists with maintaining contact with students by handling telephonic, written and walk-in student enquiries.
• Responsible for all aspects of student marks, records and liaising with Course Coordinators.
• Produce information for reports on academic information for staff
• Organizing lecture and tutorial venues.
• Perform any other general duties as allocated by the Head of School.