Senior Administative Officer.4.05 at University of the Witwatersrand

Brief Description        
Minimum qualifications/requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
• A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in an administrative role at tertiary level or education sector.

Key Competencies:

• Highly computer literate in MS Office, E-mail, Internet, with database experience and knowledge of ORACLE (SIMS), Sims Activity Management, HEMIS, eLearning platforms, WebMaster, Room Allocation System, and MCQ system
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), interpersonal and organizational skills
• High levels of initiative; ability to work independently in a pressured environment, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential. An understanding of the higher education sector, as well as knowledge of the University’s systems and procedures
• Good interpersonal skills and a professional manner. Ability to work in a deadline driven and pressurized environment

Key Performance Areas: 

• Biological Sciences administration (registration, maintain student records, book venues, compile Biological Sciences Handbook, control all accounts for the entity)
• Faculty of Science administration (editing Faculty Rules and Syllabus Booklet, faculty timetables and prize giving)
• Academic coordination (keep accurate records of marks, enter marks on WAMS, liaise with external examiner, prepares for and coordinates exams)

Closing Date: 30 January 2026