Committee Officer

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide a professional and effective administrative and secretariat service to relevant governance and management structures of the University. To ensure coherent and prompt communication for the implementation of decisions and to maintain a comprehensive electronic decision register.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Planning and logistical arrangements for meetings. Call for items, compiling and distributing agendas.

Procedural advice and communication prior to, during and after meeting. Minutes, report writing and action memorandums.

Electronic storage and electronic decision register.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Good knowledge of the rules and procedures pertaining to the governance structures for which secretariat functions are provided.

Excellent communication skills - oral, writing and listening skills.

Excellent organising skills and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks, work efficiently within time constraints and deadlines, manage stressful situations and to work independently.

Sound knowledge of MS Office, SharePoint and other software packages used in committee administration.

Attentive and detail orientated.

REQUIREMENTS

In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates must possess a relevant M+3 qualification or equivalent, and three (3) years relevant administrative experience, which includes the provision of secretariat functions to committees.

DISCLAIMER: Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 13 March 2026.