Research Administrator.3.05

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time



POSITION:
RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR AND ASSISTANT AD.11


Description:

The position provides a wonderful opportunity to pursue further studies nested in AFRHiCARE.

Qualifications, experience, and skills

  • Matric with at least three years' experience of working in a public health or social science research environment.
  • Advanced project management skills, including minute taking and production of workshop/ conference reports.
  • Ability to work in a pressurized environment that demands quick decisionmaking, creativity, tact, and confidentiality.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills, and experience of working in, or coordinating teams.
  • Experience of the Oracle system will be an advantage.

Duties

  • Provide administrative, organisational, and logístical support for the AFRHiCARE research and partnership in South Africa, including the organisation of various meetings, minutekeeping, managing national and international travel of the team members, and providing other administrative support.
  • Compile circulars for academic meetings and ensure that these meetings are advertised appropriately.
  • Provide research assistance on protocol submission and fieldwork activities.
  • Assist with compilation of various reports, access of relevant University information, and procurement of relevant items.
  • Ensure compliance with Wits university policy and ensure the production of university documentation (annual reports, recording of publications, risk register etc.).
  • Assist with branding, communication, and marketing of the AFRHiCARE activities and partnership.
  • Detailed Description
Job Requirements

Additional Details

How To Apply

To apply:

  • A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for this position.
  • Certified copies of all qualifications.
  • South African ID

Remuneration
The University of the Witwatersrand offers a competitive remuneration package in line with qualifications and experience.

Closing date:
Friday, 9 February 2024

The University is committed to employment equity.

Preference will be given to appointable applicants from the under-represented
designated South African groups in terms of the relevant Employment Equity Plans and policies of the University.

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