Personal Assistant to Director at Stellenbosch University

The primary goals of the Division of Student Affairs (DSAf), which reports to the Vice-Rector (Learning and Teaching), is to provide systemic-holistic support and development to students and to promote coherent cooperation among all the University?s role players (especially students and faculties) to advance the goals of SU and students.The Centre for Student Leadership and Structures (CSLS) operates in conjunction with the Centre for Student Communities (CSC) and the Centre for Student Counselling and Development (CSCD). All three of these Centres form part of the Division of Student Affairs, which is primarily aimed at student development by means of a broad spectrum of co-curricular activities. The mission of CSLS entails the integration and offering of transformative student experiences, with a focus on providing engaged leadership development and support.

Job Description

• Providing administrative support to the Director of the Centre of Student Leadership and Structures;

• Office administration and logistics;
• Finance;
• Supporting special projects;
• Coordinating special events.

Requirement

• A National Diploma or B-degree in a related field such as secretarial or administration;
• At least five years? proven administrative experience, preferably in a university environment;
• An excellent verbal and written command of English and Afrikaans;
• The ability to liaise appropriately with stakeholders, both within and outside the University;
• Proven knowledge and extended experience in the organisation and support of financial processes;
• High-level computer proficiency with regard to the Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook);
• Independence and accuracy in performing tasks in a highly demanding environment;
• Client service orientated;
• Ability to function effectively within a team;
• Accuracy and sense of responsibility;
• High-level organisational ability with proven ability to prioritise;
• Ability to function under pressure without compromising accuracy;
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.

Recommendation

• Personal administrative support at senior management level.