Administrative Officer: Workstudy at University of the Western Cape/Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

• Student Development and Support (SDS) plays a leading role in creating a holistic, enabling environment and excellent opportunities for students to develop to their full potential as active scholars and responsive citizens in South Africa.
• The Administrative Officer will oversee the Administrative functions in the Work-Study Office Receive and assist walk-in clients
• Effective management of Work-Study Documentation
• Capture documentation received by the Office
• Support the Coordinator in liaison and communication with Faculties and Departments
• Responsible for Administrative accuracy in systems data capturing
• Provide information regarding challenges identified in document work flow
• Liaise with internal partners in audit processes for both internal and external auditing
• Streamline the administrative process by attending to gaps identified by the Coordinator
• Enhance the document management system
• Compliment and improve the overall professional image of the Office

Minimum Requirements

• Senior Certificate/Grade 12
• Relevant NQF level 5 qualification  
• 3-5 years relevant experience within an Administrative environment, preferably within a Higher Education institution
• High-level proficiency in MS Word Packages  

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Communication skills
• Teamwork
• Planning & organising