We invite applications from dynamic, motivated and organized persons with a student/customer centered approach, for appointment as soon as possible. Student Housing & Residence Life primarily offers a living and learning experience to students in residences during the academic period. The Student Housing section manages facilities in all the residences. During the vacation periods residences are used to accommodate guests and students. Pressure and volume of work is variable within the annual cycle with peaks during the start and end of each semester. Annual leave is taken by agreement. A Front Desk Assistant provides a valuable administrative and reception service in the residence. Requirements: • Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification (NQF 4) • Minimum 2 years relevant experience within the facilities/student services/hospitality/customer services • Computer literacy (MS Word; MS Excel and e-mail) • Planning and organising, as well as monitoring and reporting skills • Strong oral and written communication skills • Accuracy and attention to detail • Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills Experience in Residence Management System (RMS)/Mercury and Database management would be advantageous. Responsibilities: • Administrative and front of house services at a residence level • Assist with coordinating, executing and monitoring services via Student Housing & Residence Life policy and standard operating procedures • Record keeping and liaison with Student Housing & Residence Life central office • Co-ordination and training of student reception staff at a residence level The annual cost of employment, including benefits is between R203 787 and R239 748.