Assistant to the Director

Posted 31 July 2025 - Closing Date 01 August 2025

Assistant to the Director (Grade 11)

People and Culture

The division of People and Culture invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

To provide specialised project, organisational, and administrative support to the Director and the Division.

The Requirements

A B. Degree (NQF level 7, preferably in human resources) or equivalent plus approximately three (3) years relevant experience where such experience includes: -

• Previous administrative experience in an electronic environment where planning, coordinating, and executing high-level and complex administrative processes and projects was a key responsibility and where the job required a high degree of multitasking
• Some experience working for someone in a senior role (Directorate level)
• Previous experience handling queries (staff, members of the public, )
• Some experience writing reports and data analysis
• Human-resource-related administrative experience working with an HR management information system would be an advantage.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• 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 outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 7266.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

• Short-listing meeting scheduled for 14 August 2025.
• 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 (Grade 11):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R401 952

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R539 645

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

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

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.