The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.

An opportunity currently exists for candidates to apply for the position of Faculty Officer to provide administrative support to the Faculty Office in respect of all Faculty administrative processes, in order to ensure alignment and compliance with central administrative systems and procedures; and to provide a professional support service to academics, students and staff.

Reporting to the Senior Faculty Officer the appointee’s duties will include, but not be limited to the administration and execution of the following tasks:

• Academic Administration (inclusive of Time Tables, Promotions & Calendar Administration)
• Marks Administration
• Enquiry Management
• Committee Administration (inclusive of reporting to SAC)
• Involvement within the Student Life Cycle
• Marketing, Branding & Student Recruitment
• Meeting and General Office Administration  
• HR Administration
• Financial Administration

Educational requirements:

• A Degree or National Diploma
• At least three years relevant experience in a Higher Education environment 

The following would be advantageous:

• Knowledge of university administrative systems such as MAS and SASI
• Experience working as a Faculty Administrative Officer
• Experience with committee administration
• Knowledge of/Experience with promotions & timetables

 
Competencies required:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to collaborate with various stakeholders  
• Planning and organizing skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Intermediate to expert user of computer office applications  Good writing and minute-taking skills
• High level of stress tolerance