ADMIN ASSISTANT: DIAGNOSTICS X4
The Agricultural Research Council
Reference Number
ARC-OVR10/73
Description
Deliver top-notch administrative support to the laboratory, ensuring a high standard of service.
Oversee office operations by creating, monitoring, and implementing processes to ensure timely and effective handling of the division’s business, including instructions, correspondence, and appointments.
Compile information and create supporting documents for meetings, presentations, and reports.
Establish and manage proper record-keeping systems, including filing, retrieval, retention, storage, and destruction.
Screen telephone calls, inquiries, and relay messages promptly and accurately.
Implement systems to coordinate the flow of correspondence to and from the office.
Manage incoming and outgoing correspondences, such as letters and memos, and take minutes as needed.
Cultivate positive customer relations through effective communication and service.
Provide high-quality general secretarial and administrative support, including diary management, travel arrangements and logistical support for the office’s efficient functioning.
Plan and coordinate meetings, workshops, teleconferences, video conferences, and other events, ensuring accurate minute-taking.
Requirements
Diploma in Office Administration / Secretarial or equivalent qualification.
Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office.
Knowledge of administrative processes.
Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Good interpersonal relation.
High degree of integrity and tact to handle sensitive and classified information.
Enquiries: Dr Paidamwoyo Mutowembwa: Tel: (012) 529 9593
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 MARCH 2026
A competitive 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. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees. Certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached on the form.
A 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. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.
Work Level
Junior
Job Type
Contract
Salary
Market Related
Duration
EE Position
No
Location
Onderstepoort
To apply for this job please visit arc.mcidirecthire.com.
