Committee Coordinator (AD10)

Key responsibilities include the following:

•Preparation of notices, agendas, minutes, documentation and reports for Governance and Management committees of the University; •Administration of elections; •Maintenance of committee membership lists; and •Committee-related tasks delegated by the Vice-Chancellor/Deputy Vice-Chancellors or other senior staff including the Head: University Secretariat, which can involve answering queries, background research, setting up of discussion groups, drafting letters and proof-reading documents

Minimum requirements:

•Diploma on NQF level 6 or equivalent as a minimum qualification •Minimum of five years proven experience in drafting and editing meeting documentation, e.g. drafting of reports and the compilation of agendas and minutes •Excellent proficiency in written and oral skills in the English language

Required competencies (knowledge, skills and behavioral attributes)

•Knowledge of the following:

• Email systems and its functionalities to facilitate meeting management
• Administrative systems and processes
• Compiling agendas and minutes

•Planning, organisational, administrative and time management skills

•Analytical and basic research skills

•Demonstrable ability to:* Précis debate at a high level and compile coherent reports

• Prioritise, pay attention to detail and act on information, maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Perform in a highly pressurised and deadline driven environment
• Effectively administer online and hybrid meetings

•Demonstrable experience in computer literacy in Microsoft Office products and services, especially Microsoft Outlook, Word, Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint

Preferences:

•Bachelor’s degree or diploma or equivalent •Experience in a university or higher education environment •Copy editing skills

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Please submit a covering letter clearly indicating which post you are applying for, a detailed CV with names, addresses, contact numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 referees.

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Closing Date: 20 July 2026

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.

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