ISEA Administrator at Rhodes University

Job Description

ISEA Administrator (Grade 10)

Institute for the Studies of the Englishes in Africa (ISEA)

• The Institute for the Studies of the Englishes in Africa invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

Main Objectives

• To manage and coordinate the ISEA's financial, administrative and operational requirements. The incumbent is required to ensure effective administration of the Institute's financial and administrative processes, coordinate operational activities and workflows, and provide administrative and operational support across the Institute and its activities. 

The Requirements

Grade 12, preferably with Accounting as a subject plus approximately 4 years' relevant experience in financial and administrative management, including experience in the following areas: - 

• Previous experience in financial and administrative management within a complex computerised environment demonstrating strong organisational, planning, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Previous financial administration experience involving the analysis, investigation, monitoring and reconciliation of multiple accounts, cost centres and projects, including identifying discrepancies and resolving financial queries.
• Previous experience in supervising and coordinating staff, including performance management, staff development, conflict resolution and workflow coordination, and/or completion of the RU Supervisory Certificate.
• Previous experience organising, prioritising and coordinating multiple administrative and operational activities and deadlines.
• Previous experience in the administration of donor-funded projects, including donor documentation, reporting requirements and financial compliance, will be an
• Previous experience in administering and monitoring budgets for multiple projects, including expenditure monitoring, variance analysis and financial forecasting, will be an
• A relevant post-matric qualification in Accounting, Financial Administration, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field will be a distinct advantage

Closing Date 13 November 2026