Records Assistant - (6787) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose

• Assist in processing and handling documents, retrieval, archiving and record management systems.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree majoring in Archives and Records Management OR Library and Information Studies or equivalent qualification in the relevant field.
• At least 3 years’ proven experience in Information, Document and Records Management, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Please note that preference will be given to Internal candidates who meet the minimum requirements.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Collect, Process, provide access and retrieve records.
• Records Keeping.
• Internal/External Liaison.
• Team/Department Support.
• Disposal of documents as per the disposal policy.
• Supports the Records Officer in conducting training for CPUT staff members on all aspects of the use of the records management system.
• Reviews documents for content and, under guidance of the Records Officer, assigns document classifications and reference numbers.

Competencies

• Ability to adapt to changing environment.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Managing work (including time Management).
• Professional/Technical knowledge.
• Computer literacy.