Senior Administrative Officer - EBIT Dean's Office: Student Administration - 24950 at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will assist the Co-ordinator with the effective and efficient handling of student administrative affairs in the Student Administration office of the faculty with specific reference to:

• Student administration for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including admissions;
• Liaising with a broad spectrum of stakeholders (prospective students, applicants, registered students, finalists, graduates, supervisors, external examiners and other stakeholders);
• Assisting with the handling of arrangements regarding examinations and graduation ceremonies and processing examination results;
• Delivering an exceptional and client-friendly service to students and all stakeholders involved in the student administrative processes at the University of Pretoria.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A three-year Diploma plus 3 years relevant experience in Student Administration; or
• Grade 12 plus 5 years relevant experience in Student Administration

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Appropriate language and communication skills are essential for good relationships with a diverse clientele;
• Organisational skills;
• Interpersonal and conflict management skills;
• Computer literacy with broad knowledge and experience of MS Office packages, Internet, GroupWise and PeopleSoft;
• Ability to work independently and participate effectively within a team;
• Accuracy and the ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Previous supervisory experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• 1 year experience in a tertiary institution;

CLOSING DATE:  16 March 2023