SUMMARY:
Since its bold founding in 1916, the University of Fort Hare has embodied courage, resilience, and the pursuit of transformation. From its proud legacy as a cradle of African leadership and intellectual liberation to its continued determination to overcome contemporary challenges, Fort Hare’s spirit of renewal endures. The University has been steadily advancing its transformative journey over the years — the Decade of Renewal, marked by accountability, innovation, and academic excellence.
Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, Fort Hare offers more than just a place to work; it offers a purpose. Here, you can help shape the future of one of South Africa’s most historic and culturally rich institutions, while enjoying the province’s natural beauty, sense of community, and space for professional growth.
Are you ready to be part of this journey and help reposition this iconic institution to the place it so richly deserves?
Applications are invited from visionary and committed professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the University’s ongoing renewal.
POSITION INFO:
Department: Executive Director- People Management and Engagement Office
Position: Senior Administrator: Executive Assistant (P10)
Permanent UFH Advert Reference No.: PM3
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Qualification in Office Management/Administration or in a related field (NQF level 7).
- 3 years’ experience in Office Management and Administration Support
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:- Provides Confidential Document Administration support
- Execute data entry into systems & spreadsheets
- Provides Secretarial, Meeting and General Office Administration support
- Coordinates senior leadership diaries for the alignment of meetings and various engagements
- Stays abreast of statutory & best practice requirements to ensure document management compliance
COMPETENCIES:- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Packages (Word /Excel/PowerPoint)
- Communication (Verbal & Written)
- Interpersonal Conflict Handling
- Team-Work & Collaborative Working
- Work Management
- Administration & Governance
REMUNERATION A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered.
ENQUIRIES: Queries can be directed to Ms. Andisiwe Sonjica on
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The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to visit the website
