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SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR: POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT - RESEARCH AND INNOVATION OFFICE Market related - South Africa

University of Zululand

The Senior Administrator coordinates the postgraduate studies and information management portfolio and implements interventions to support academic staff and postgraduate students across the University. The incumbent reports to the Director and enforces postgraduate studies policies and procedures. The position services the institutional Higher Degrees Committee structures and works with partners in postgraduate studies and Research Ethics to build an enriching learning experience for all students. The incumbent plays a key managerial role in supporting postgraduates' academic success and experience by building a strong postgraduate student community, supporting faculty in postgraduate recruitment activities, coordinating bursary applications and disseminating bursary opportunities as well as postgraduate information management. KEY ACTIVITIES Postgraduate Research and Development Research Supervision Support and Research Information Management Liaison, network and external partnership development Communication Research Administration MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Minimum relevant Bachelor's Degree in Humanities / Science/ Social Science / Information Management, or a related field is required . A Postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage. Minimum of 3 years' experience in the administration of postgraduate studies or equivalent at a Higher Education Institution. Minimum of 3 year's supervisory experience. Demonstrated experience implementing postgraduate studies strategies and plans. Intermediate proficiency with database management and student information systems. Experience with Moodle, Turn-it-in, Quest, OnBase, or Odyssey, etc is an advantage. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Knowledge MS Office Suite Online systems Research Management Minutes taking Meeting Agenda preparation Postgraduate Policies and processes Council on Higher Education higher education frameworks and policies, and guidelines NRF bursaries Skills Communication Interpersonal Time Management Problem Solving Planning & Organising Reporting Coordination Research skills Behaviour / Attributes Attention to Detail Honesty & Ethical Time management Team Player Work under pressure Goal driven Well spoken Resourcefulness Total Remuneration Package inclusive of Benefits (Medical Aid, Pension Fund, Group Life, Housing Allowance and Study Benefits). Apply Now

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