ADMIN ASSISTANT – 12 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT
The Agricultural Research Council
Location : Roodeplaat
Job Reference Number: ARC-477
Department: 09 – RVOPI
Business Unit:
Industry: Government
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
The ARC- Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC– VIMP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Roodeplaat, Pretoria:
Job Description
Provide general administrative assistance to the HCM team, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes.
Provide logistical Admin support in all recruitment and selection activities.
Help with organizing HR-related events, training sessions, and workshops.
Organize and maintain employee records, both digital and physical, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
Assist with scheduling interview schedules and communicate with candidates.
Support the onboarding process by preparing documentation and ensuring new hires have access to relevant systems
Ensure all employee files are complete and up to date with necessary documentation.
Track key deadlines, such as contract renewals and probationary reviews.
Update and maintain the HCM system/ Registry with accurate employee data.
Support data entry and ensure timely processing of HR transactions, documents and submissions such as loading document on Signing Hub for approval.
Job Requirements
National Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
Matric Certificate with an NQF Level 5 Certificate in HRM or related.
1–2 years of experience in an HR or administrative support role, preferably within an HCM environment.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Communication skills, including written and verbal.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
High attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Basic knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices
Enquiries: Ms. Ronewa Makungo – HCM Administrator: (012) 808-8009
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 06 June 2025
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 (as well as competency and leadership assessments).
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 organization reserves the right not to appoint.
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