Junior Examination Officer: East London Campus: Ref No-115

The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African university, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.

This Advert is for INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY!

The University of Fort Hare seeks to appoint suitable and experienced candidates for the above mentioned permanent post in Examinations and Graduation Department.

Minimum Requirements

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with four (4) year experience at Examinations and Graduation office OR
• 3-year relevant qualification (NQF Level 6) from a recognized tertiary institution;
• 2 -year experience in examination and graduation administration;
• Demonstrable knowledge of Integrated Tertiary Software (ITS) (Student)

Competencies / Skills:

• Good interpersonal skills;
• Good communication and telephone ethics
• Excellent administrative skills;
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work under limited supervision both individually and in a team setup;
• Commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide support to Senior Examination and Graduation Officers with smooth running of examination and graduation activities;
• Ensure all exam venue are booked, neat and labelled.
• Ensure invigilation is adequate at all times.
• Provide support in capturing submission of all graduation lists and other updates from Senate;
• Liaise with academic and faculty representatives on matters pertaining to examination and graduation administration;
• Ensure accurate capturing of examination marks and results data as well as graduation data on ITS database;
• Handle enquiries both physically and electronically
• Ensure proper filling of both examinations and graduation documents.
• Provide support in inducting invigilators and ushers.
• Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.

Closing Date: 4 October 2023

To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:

• Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. Applications must clearly indicate the name of the post applied for on the SUBJECT LINE.
• Submit the motivation and resume as well as supporting documents namely, ID/passport, certificates and three work-related referees, on the application website.
• Note that for all re-advertised positions this advert supersedes the one advertised previously owing to modifications made. Candidates who have previously applied are requested to re-apply.
• No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
• Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
• Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.

Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.

Queries can be directed to Ms S. Sigodi on ssigodi@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7190

The University reserves the right NOT to make a permanent appointment at this stage.

University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.