Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences: Human Resource Management Department - Departmental Administrator B

University of Pretoria

FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR B

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 10 (20-HOUR POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

The incumbent will be responsible for the management of all undergraduate administration, office administration, as well as support to lecturers and students in the Department of Human Resource Management.

Responsibilities will include:

Administration and Office Management;
Management of tests and examination of undergraduate students
Providing support to the academic staff of the Human Resource Department

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12 with at least four (4) years' office administration and secretarial experience; OR
Relevant National three-year Diploma with at least two (2) years' office administration and secretarial experience;

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Applicable professional communication and language skills, both written and verbal;
Ability to work under pressure without compromising detail and accuracy;
Strong display of customer service acumen;
The ability and sophistication needed to interact with internal and external stakeholders;
Ability to prioritise work independently and handle simultaneous assignments with success and accuracy;
Good administrative skills;
Ability to handle confidential information; and
Good Interpersonal skills.
Computer skills, including basic database management and proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Suite.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

A relevant degree;
Proven work experience in office administration, preferably within a higher education academic; and
Experience with PeopleSoft's Human Capital Management System and Student Services Centre.
Experience with clickUP or other learning management systems in the tertiary education environment.
A driver's licence.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

In applying for this post, please attach:

A comprehensive CV;
Certified copies of qualifications;
Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 07 July 2026

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Miss T Raphiri, ***email_hidden*** for application-related enquiries.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.