Background:
The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges
It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health, and vaccinology
To direct and coordinate Wits RHI – Shandukani Research project administration and related operational activities
7 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Shandukani CRS
Manage access control system for Shandukani safely
Awareness and adherence to relevant policies/guidelines related to the effective functioning of the organisation’s research administration and facilities
Record keeping and reports of procurement orders
Disseminate information to staff and team members
Coordinate meetings, training and events for the team
Welcome, identify participants’ needs and direct to specific projects
Check co-enrolment status and capture
Verify and identify ID documents; copy, certify and file all ID documents and update locator information as needed
Reimburse participants
Reconcile financial records with WHC Finance
Reconcile reimbursements with milestone visits monthly
Request quotes from Suppliers
Housekeeping
Log IT and Facilities including maintenance queries and challenges
Distribute stationery and related orders to staff
Costing and purchasing of participant refreshments
Minute taking and projecting meetings
Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management
Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
Log calls for any issues for maintenance, air cons, vents, and assets
Grade 12 (Tertiary qualification preferable - Degree or Diploma)
No experience required
Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Able to maintain confidentiality, tact and professionalism at all times
Able to exercise discretion, high levels of initiative and independent decision-making
Must be assertive, confident and adaptable
Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV and a cover letter (maximum one page)
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Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position
Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates
Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful
Closing date: 10 November 2026
Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date
WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto
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Desired Skills:
Intern
Administration
Computer Literate
Organization Skills
Hillbrow
Degree
Diploma