Research Administrator: Ref BS01 at Durban University of Technology

The Research Administrator supports the Deputy Dean and Research team in the implementation of policies, procedures and systems by coordinating the administration of designated funds and collating reports on research activities and events in order to ensure excellent customer service and alignment with the objectives of the DUT Business School.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•   M (+3) NQF Level 6 in Management Sciences
•   Two years proven experience in administration including enrolment of postgraduate students, financials and proposal writing.

KNOWLEDGE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

•   Specialist Admin. System, e.g., ITS, IRMA, NEXUS and Integral Tertiary Software
•   Higher Education Statute/Rules
•   Good written and verbal communication skills
•   Computer proficiency in MS Office
•   Ability to work independently
•   Ability to troubleshoot

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

•   As part of Research Management and Development team timeously implements tasks in the administration of Research
•   Events Coordination - assists in the co-ordination and arrangement of research
• functions/meetings and workshops held on or off campus
•   Ensures satisfaction of core customers
•   Maintains sound relationships with colleagues and contributes to team effort
•   Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director: Research and Deputy Dean
•   Takes responsibility for own personal and professional self- development by attending relevant courses/workshops, performing duties outside area of responsibility
•   Captures data efficiently and provides information as directed by the Director: Research and Deputy Dean
•   Submits work and statistics reports to Director: Research, Deputy Dean and DoE
•   Represents the Research Management and Development function as required