The Department of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

• Previous secretarial and administrative experience within a computerized administrative environment.
• Computer literacy: having a sound knowledge and understanding of word-processing and spreadsheets, including the ability to use email and the Internet.
• Previous experience in setting up and maintaining filing and administrative systems.
• Previous experience in working with budgets, reconciling budgets and monitoring expenditure is essential.
• Experience on website administration will be an advantage.

Application Process

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum:

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                        R251,544.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):           R350,516.00

Closing Date: 08 November 2024

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion