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UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL (UKZN)
 


The University of KwaZulu–Natal (UKZN) is committed to Employment Equity with the
Intention to promote representativity within the Institution.
Preference will be given to applicants from the African designated groups.
 
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER X2
(PEROMNES GRADE 10)
COLLEGE DEAN: RESEARCH OFFICE (HOWARD COLLEGE CAMPUS)
SIX MONTH CONTRACT 
REFERENCE NUMBER: CRO2/2024
 
The Office of the College Dean of Research seeks to appoint an individual on a six month contract, to provide professional administrative services to the College. The successful incumbent will be required to render an effective and efficient administrative service on matters of Research and Postgraduate endeavours in order to help enhance the research profile and productivity in the College.  
To assist the Dean of Research with this task, an Administrative Officer will do the following:
 
Minimum Requirements
  • Matric plus one-year relevant qualification
  • Three (3) years administrative work experience in a Higher Education Institution
  • Relevant experience in the administration of research related projects and activities in a Higher Education Institution 
  • Relevant experience in working with postgraduate student administration
  • Sound and appropriate business computer literacy skills and knowledge
  • Sound interpersonal skills 
  • Relevant experience in planning and coordinating Postgraduate conference and training.
 
Advantages:
  • Experience in working with postgraduate student administration
  • Experience in working on the ITS System
  • Experience in working in a team-based environment
  • Experience in coordination of research enhancement projects
  • Relevant experience in dealing with the administration of Bursaries and Scholarships
  • Available to assume duty with immediate effect
 
The remuneration will be in accordance with the University’s policy on fixed term appointments, no benefits are attached to this appointment.
 
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 29 July 2024 ONLY shortlisted candidates will be notified.
 
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the
Vacancies page of the University’s website at www.ukzn.ac.za.
 
Completed forms must be sent via e-mail to (NtantaS@ukzn.ac.za).
 
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The University of Kwa-Zulu Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 
 
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES 
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR 
(12 MONTHS FIXED TERM) 
PAEDIATRICS AND CHILD HEALTH 
SCHOOL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE 
NELSON R MANDELA SCHOOL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE 
REF NO: SES-2024 
Preamble taken from job profile 
The incumbent will be required to provide administrative support for the “Stakeholders perspectives for global health research ethics equity study.” Functions will include engaging with stakeholders, organizing meetings and focus groups. The incumbent will also be required to collate data from an international team of experts and to assist with preliminary data analysis and assist with preparation of manuscripts. He/she will also need to assist with financial administrative duties with regards to the study and to assist with financial reporting and compilation of financial reports for the funder. 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Grade 12/Senior Certificate/Matriculation or equivalent; 
• Bachelor’s degree; 
• Experience working in a research environment; 
• Computer literacy with experience in word processing and spreadsheet and Zoom AND 
• NVivo software data analysis or similar qualitative analytic tools 
 
Essential Requirements: 
• Communication skills in English AND 
• Sound report writing skills. 
• Ability to work independently 
• Qualitative data analysis experience 
 
The Following Will Be an Advantage:
• Demonstrable experience of working in a research administrator role for at least 1-2 years AND 
• Prior experience planning and coordinating meetings 
• Experience with qualitative data analysis and manuscript preparation 
 
This post reports to the Head of Department at Paediatrics & Child Health. Enquiries regarding this post may be directed to Professor R Masekela (HOD) on Tel: 031-2604345 or 031-2604348, Email: masekelar@ukzn.ac.za. The job profile is available from Professor R Masekela - prefer email communication. 
You are invited to visit the College website at http://chs.ukzn.ac.za/Homepage.aspx-  
The closing date for receipt of applications is 02 August 2024. The University reserves the right not to make any appointment. 
 
Completed forms may be sent to Portia Nhlangulela on email: Nhlangulelap1@ukzn.ac.za
 
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