Rand Water: Administration Assistant

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Job Title: Administration Assistant


Portfolio: Rand Water Institute
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gauteng, South Africa

Closing Date
2025/12/08

Job Summary

Rand Water Institute is looking for an Administration Assistant who will be responsible for providing administrative and coordination support within the Institute Support Services and across the organization.

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • Post-matric qualification in Administration or a related field
  • 2–4 years of general office administration experience

Primary Duties

  • Administer and coordinate activities between Institute Support Services, internally within RWI, and the wider organization.
  • Assist in developing key relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, take minutes, and distribute them accordingly.
  • Handle communication with all stakeholders and third parties involved in Institute Support Services and RWI programmes.
  • Coordinate programmes or projects within the Institute Support division.
  • Prepare presentations and reports as required.
  • Assist with project screening, prioritization, and scheduling in consultation with various RWI teams.
  • Coordinate and update the operational risk register.
  • Maintain and update the contract register.
  • Coordinate and manage aspects related to Intellectual Property.

Knowledge

  • Computer literacy: MS Office Suite
  • General office and diary management
  • Travel and meeting arrangements
  • Record keeping and minute taking
  • Accurate typing skills (with ability to handle interruptions)

Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Planning and organizing own workload effectively
  • Ability to liaise with senior management and external parties
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Professional telephone etiquette

Attitude

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Professional and cooperative demeanor

Additional Information

Rand Water reserves the right not to make an appointment for this position at any stage.
Appointment to this position is subject to a maximum probation period of up to 12 months, with monthly evaluations before confirmation of permanent employment.

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