Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences: Student Administration - Senior Administrative Officer X2 Posts

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FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DIVISION OF STUDENT ADMINISTRATION

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (TWO POSTS)

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Planning and organising activities for the Faculty Student Administration, in consultation with the Head of Student Administration;
• General Student Administration throughout the complete student life cycle from admission to graduation;
• Assisting with the counselling of students with regards to admission requirements and curricula;
• Handling of matters related to examinations and processing of examination results;
• Assisting with arrangements regarding graduation ceremonies;
• Handling of matters concerning the Course Catalogue, fixed curricula of degree programmes and prerequisites of modules;
• Liaising with a broad spectrum of stakeholders (diplomats, prospective students, registered students and other stakeholders);
• Delivering an exceptional and client-friendly service to students and all stakeholders involved in the student administrative processes at the University.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate and relevant three-year recognised diploma qualification with at least three years’ experience in a tertiary environment specifically related to Student Administration; OR
• Grade 12 with at least five years’ experience in a tertiary environment specifically related to Student Administration;
• Specific experience with all processes from applications of undergraduate and postgraduate students, admissions, registration and degree audits and graduation ceremonies;
• Computer literacy with knowledge of and experience in PeopleSoft, MS Office packages, e-mail, internet etc.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Applicable professional communication and language skills, both written and verbal;
• Interpersonal and conflict management skills;
• Ability to work independently and participate effectively within a team;
• Accuracy and the ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to function effectively under pressure.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A relevant bachelor’s degree;
• Advanced proficiency in the Ms Office package.

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.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

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

CLOSING DATE: 07 October 2026

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

ENQUIRIES: Ms Lynn Goss, Tel: (012) 420 4289

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 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.

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