Administrative Officer: Extended Curriculum Programme

Title of PositionAdministrative Officer: Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)Post NumberC207Faculty/DepartmentUniversity of the Western Cape -> Community & Health Sciences -> School of NursingType of PositionPermanent - Full TimeLength of Contract PeriodLocationBellville Medical Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)Closing Date20/10/2025Role Clarification & Key Performance AreasThe Faculty of Community and Health Sciences at the University of the Western Cape is one of the leading institutions for the education of community and health science professionals in South Africa. The Faculty offers professional qualifications in Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work and Complementary Medicine. We currently have a position available for an experienced Administrative Officer to work in our Extended Curriculum Programmes (ECP) in the Faculty. The incumbent will report to the Faculty ECP Coordinator and work closely with academic and administrative staff from the School of Nursing and the Department of Social Work.The Successful Candidate Will Be Expected ToAssume the role and responsibilities of a Faculty Administrative Officer, which involves, and is not limited to the following:Academic Administration: Assist with matters related to applications, selections, registration of students and Professional Board matters (e.g. SANC).Assets Management: Assist with booking / securing of venues, keep and issue audio-visual equipment.Enquiry Management: Respond to academic and clinical queries (verbal, written or telephonic) relating to the ECP undergraduate programme offered in School.Marks and clinical administration: Prepare noticeboard lists, maintain centralized marks and clinical schedules filing system for all staff, finalize and export marks using a marks administration system and a clinical placement system.Financial Administration: Assist with procurement & financial administration functions of the ECP programme.Human Resources: Assist the School with HR-related administrative processes related to the ECP programme.Marketing & Recruitment: Assist with execution of Open Days, career exhibitions, events, etc.Meeting Administration: Assist with meeting administration, scheduling, collating relevant documentation, securing venues, etc.Minimum RequirementsA Senior Certificate (Matric).Three years relevant administrative experience in a Higher Education environment.Working knowledge and experience of student enrolment systems.Computer competence/proficiency.Added AdvantagesPost Matric Qualification.Report Writing.Working knowledge and experience of Marks Administrative Tool (e.g. MAS).Working knowledge and experience of clinical placements systems.In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at /9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.