Assistant to The Director

2 days ago

Eastern Cape, South Africa Rhodes University Full time

**Assistant to the Director (Grade 11)**

**People and Culture**

**Main Objectives**

To provide specialised project, organisational, and administrative support to the Director and the Division.

**The Requirements**

A B. Degree (NQF level 7, preferably in human resources) or equivalent plus approximately three (3) years relevant experience where such experience includes:
- Previous administrative experience in an electronic environment where planning, coordinating, and executing high-level and complex administrative processes and projects was a key responsibility and where the job required a high degree of multitasking
- Some experience working for someone in a senior role (Directorate level)
- Previous experience handling queries (staff, members of the public, )
- Some experience writing reports and data analysis
- Human-resource-related administrative experience working with an HR management information system would be an advantage.

**Application Process**

**The following documents are required**:

- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, which should include the following:
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
- Short-listing meeting scheduled for 14 August 2025.
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.

**Remuneration per annum (Grade 11)**:
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R401 952

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R539 645

**Closing Date: 30 July 2025**

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.**

These values are:
**Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion**

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

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