The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is currently holding a vacant post for an Administrative Assistant: Apply Now

Closing date: 23 August 2024

Location: Johannesburg

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.

Responsibilities:

Financial Administration

• Process financial requests, claims, and recordkeeping of expenses.
• Assist in the administration of financial expenses for the unit.
• Request quotations and get approval for departmental office supplies, equipment, and furniture.
• Handle queries related to the finances of the unit.
• Handle overtime requests of Protection Services staff.

• Place and follow up on orders.
• Coordinate purchasing and travel cards, reconcile purchases, and ensure that Oracle allocations are done accurately and timely.
• Keep up to date with the procurement requirements to ensure the effective management of the process.
• Ensure that all invoices are approved and delivered to the creditors’ department on time for payment.

General Administration

• Effectively and timeously perform departmental and administrative tasks.
• Assist in monitoring unit compliance with the UJ and regulatory body policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Draft correspondence and communication, such as compiling reports, memos, and other documents.
• Take and distribute minutes at meetings.
• Maintain office files.
• Be an active participant in staff meetings.

• Sort, organise, and distribute mail.
• Perform general administration tasks as instructed by the line Manager.
• Arrange and coordinate workshops, functions, conferences, etc., for the staff and guests.
• Arrange travel and accommodation for official business trips and conferences.
• Coordinate and record all stationery /refreshments, etc., required by the staff.

Client Management

• Interact, organise, and liaise with clients from different departments.
• Communicate with customers, employees, and other stakeholders.
• Greet and assist visitors.
• Direct calls and respond to inquiries.
• Answer and respond to telephone calls with professionalism.

Minimum requirements

• Matric or Grade 12 (NQF4) with 3 to 5 years of job-related experience.
• Experience in all Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to handle sensitive and extensive confidential data.
• Knowledge of purchasing and procurement systems, e.g. Oracle.
• Valid driver’s license.

Working conditions:

• May be required to travel between campuses.
• May be required to work overtime.

Recommendations:

• Administrative experience in a Higher Education Institution.
• Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of faculty rules and regulations.
• Ability to handle a large variety of details and work with all organisational levels

• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, and Internet use

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