- Provide full administrative support to the R&D Manager and wider R&D team.
- Maintain and organise R&D records reports documentation and files.
- Schedule meetings take minutes and follow up on action items.
- Assist in preparing presentations technical reports and project documentation.
- Monitor and track R&D project timelines deliverables and resource usage.
- Manage inventory of R&D supplies tools and equipment; coordinate procurement requests.
- Liaise with internal departments (e.g. production procurement finance) to support R&D initiatives.
- Ensure all administrative processes in the R&D centre comply with company policies and procedures.
- Support travel arrangements training schedules and event planning related to R&D activities.
- Assist in onboarding new R&D staff interns and external collaborators
- Keep the R&D centres calendar updated and ensure timely communication of deadlines and priorities.
Qualifications :
- National Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Office Administration Business Administration or related field.
- At least 3 years of administrative experience preferably in a Research and Development environment.
Additional Information :
Key skills required:
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- A proactive mindset and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced innovative environment.
- Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 15 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates will only be contacted via official business email address or telephone. Interviews will take place only in Potchefstroom.
PLEASE USE THE LINK PROVIDED TO APPLY. CLOSING DATE: 13 June 2025
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time