Job Description


  • Provide administrative support to the research programmes.
  • Manage daily logistics in the offices of the Research Team Managers.
  • Render effective secretarial services.
  • Manage and direct the flow of documents.
  • Prepare submissions.
  • Liaison with relevant stakeholders.
  • Provide logistical arrangements, which include travel and accommodation bookings.
  • Undertake basic financial administration including budget monitoring (S&T) and procurement (purchase requisitions and invoices).
  • Set up a system to coordinate the flow of correspondence from the office to other ARC campuses and external stakeholders.
  • Organize and take minutes at meetings.
  • Secretarial/Administration diploma or degree.
  • 3 years experience as a secretary.
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite.
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Confidentiality.
  • Attention to detail.
Enquiries: Dr AT Grundling, Email: Althea@arc.agric.zaCLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 14 NOVEMBER 2024Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of drivers license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.NB: Non-RSA citizens must attach a valid permanent residence permit, names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees and traceable email address.SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.

Agricultural Research Council

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1368227
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned