Senior Assistant Officer at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Department of Public Law and, when necessary, to the Faculty of Law.
• Contribute to the smooth administrative running of the Department of Public Law.
• Responsible for administrative functions within the Department of Public Law.

Inherent requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF level seven (7) in the field of Administration or related field.
• A minimum of one (1) year relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations:

• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in an institution of Higher Education.
• Experience with the PeopleSoft system.
• Honours degree on NQF level eight (8) in the field of Administration or related field.

Competencies

Required competencies: 

Results oriented.

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

Strategic thinking.

• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.

Business Acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

Leading.

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. 
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building coalitions.
• The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.