Administrative Officer: Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)

Title of Position

Administrative Officer: Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)

Post Number

726A

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> English

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

16/8/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: (INTERNAL POST) EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAM (ECP) FACULTY OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, cognisant of its regional, national and international environment. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context, which is framed by our exciting Institutional Operating Plan. The Faculty of Arts and Humanities is a leading faculty in arts and the humanities in South Africa. Its twelve departments and three research centres have considerable national and international recognition and are at the forefront of debates in the humanities, languages and social sciences in a transforming society. The faculty produces world-class research, hosts four SARChI chairs, and is well-networked with leading universities globally. Characterised by innovative, creative and award-winning learning, teaching and research, the faculty also has a long-established commitment to working with communities in ways that promote social justice and that contribute to broader processes of social transformation. It offers a range of specialised undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that educates the students across multiple disciplines. The successful candidate will join a thriving, research-driven faculty.

The Extended Curriculum Program (ECP) In The Faculty Of Arts And Humanities Is Seeking To Employ An Administrative Officer To Do The Following

• Academic Administration.
• Reception.
• Enquiry Management.
• Committee Administration.
• Financial Administration.
• Procurement.
• Human Resources Administration.
• Event Organisation.
• Meeting Administration.
• General Administration and other duties as requested.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 and a relevant three-year post-matric qualification, 2 years relevant experience OR
• Matric plus three to five years relevant experience.

Preference Would Be Given To Candidates With

• A Bachelors Degree.
• Higher Education experience.
• Knowledge of university systems (SASI; MAS etc.).
• Proficiency in computer programmes/software packages e.g. Word; Excel/MS Office Suites/PowerPoint.

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/3642/9362/9708/3160/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.