<h3><strong>The University of Pretoria is hiring an Admin Assistant</strong></h3>
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<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Laboratory Administrative Assistant: Clinical Pathology, Department of Companion Animal Clinical Studies</strong></p>
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<p><strong>UP Professional and Support</strong></p>
<p><strong>FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE</strong></p>
<p><strong>COMPANION ANIMAL CLINICAL STUDIES</strong></p>
<p><strong>CLINICAL PATHOLOGY LABORATORY</strong></p>
<p><strong>ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT</strong></p>
<p><strong>PEROMNES POST LEVEL 12</strong></p>
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<p><strong>In the pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above-mentioned vacancy.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>The University of Pretoria&#8217;s commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>DUTIES:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Handling telephone calls, enquiries, messages and emails;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Liaising with internal and external clients, referring veterinarians, students and researchers;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Receiving, labelling and logging of sample tubes;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Sending sample tubes to the right department for analysis;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Spinning samples down for chemistry and aliquoting the samples correctly;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Accurate storing and discarding of samples;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Checking, sorting and emailing of daily reports;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Archiving of reports;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Assisting with invoicing clients and purchasing of laboratory essentials;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Assisting with laboratory quality assurance system documents; and</strong></p>
<p><strong>Training of reception interns.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Grade 12;</strong></p>
<p><strong>One-year administrative experience in a laboratory; and</strong></p>
<p><strong>Computer literacy (MS Word, Windows, etc.).</strong></p>
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<p><strong>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):</strong></p>
<p><strong>Basic knowledge of laboratory information software programs;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Basic knowledge of different blood samples;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Good interpersonal and communication skills;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Attention to detail; and</strong></p>
<p><strong>Be able to accurately number and distribute samples.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Administrative experience in a Clinical Pathology or Pathology laboratory.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>In applying for this post, please attach:</strong></p>
<p><strong>A comprehensive CV;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Certified copies of qualifications; and</strong></p>
<p><strong>Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;</strong></p>
<p><strong>PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>CLOSING DATE: 24 July 2024</strong></p>
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<p><strong>No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>ENQUIRIES: Ms MB Nyathela, (012) 529 &#8211; 8541 for application-related enquiries and Prof E Hooijberg, (012) 529 &#8211; 8445 for enquiries relating to post content.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.</strong></p>
<p><strong>In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under- represented designated groups.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.</strong></p>
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