Admin Assistant: Research Management – (B579.1) Jobs

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  • Full Time
  • Administration / Secretarial, South Africa

University of Mpumalanga (UMP)

The University of Mpumalanga is committed to offering its students a life-changing experience through high-quality curricula and co-curricular programmes. These programmes promote the principles of excellence and academic integrity. At UMP, we enable students to realise their full potential in the full spectrum of cognitive, social, aesthetic, and personal development.

Admin Assistant: Research Management – (B579.1)

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors, National Certificate
  • Experience 4 years
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Administration / Secretarial, Research

Job Primary Purpose

  • The main purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to the Research Management Office. This includes handling administrative activities for the Director and organising office operations. The role ensures that policies and procedures follow best practices and University guidelines.

Key Performance Areas

  • Provide general administrative support and manage office operations.
  • Keep accurate records.
  • Review applications.
  • Liaise with staff, students, and external stakeholders.
  • Complete paperwork, file documents, process information, and record details.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Minimum Requirements

  • M+3 (Degree or Diploma) in Administration, Secretarial work, Office management, or equivalent.
  • 4 years of relevant experience in administrative support.

Key Competencies

  • Good knowledge of research administration, support systems, and procedures.
  • Skilled in MS Office.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good planning and organising abilities.
  • Focus on client service.
  • Maintain confidentiality, tact, and discretion in interactions.

Personal Attributes

  • People-oriented, hardworking, responsible, reliable, creative, and innovative.
  • Respectful, honest, punctual, and understanding of protocol.
  • Proven qualities of transparency, integrity, and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

  • 30/12/2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the University of Mpumalanga’s official application portal.

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