Assistant to the Director Jobs

Assistant to the Director

Company: Rhodes University

Public research university in Makhanda, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

Position Details

Employment Type: Full Time

Required Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7, preferably in Human Resources)

Experience Required: 3+ years

Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa

Department: Administration / Human Resources

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized project coordination and administrative support to the Director
• Manage complex schedules and organizational processes
• Handle internal and external stakeholder communications
• Prepare reports and perform data analysis
• Support division-wide administrative operations

Essential Requirements

• 3 years’ administrative experience in electronic environments
• Experience supporting senior leadership roles
• Proven skills in multitasking and deadline management
• Strong written communication abilities
• Proficiency with office software platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HR management systems
• Background in human resources administration

Application Deadline

30 July 2025

How to Apply

Submit applications through Rhodes University’s careers portal

Rhodes University promotes employment equity and reserves appointment discretion per institutional needs.