South Africa: Academic Administrator: Sj26118 posted by Safari JOBS Ltd

About the Role

Safari JOBS Ltd is seeking a highly accurate and detail-driven Academic Administrator to join their team in a regulated academic training environment. This role requires precision, compliance, and audit-ready records, making it an ideal position for someone who values accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Register students with the appropriate regulatory/training bodies within required deadlines
• Capture, verify, secure, analyse and report on student data across the learner lifecycle
• Maintain accurate student records, learner files and LMS information
• Verify student data against source documents and flag incomplete or incorrect information
• Capture results accurately and cross-check entries before publication
• Maintain moderation files, academic records and audit-ready documentation
• Support QMS adherence, document control, records management and non-conformance tracking
• Assist with audit preparation and ensure required records are complete, current and accessible
• Prepare and distribute student training packs before course start
• Coordinate the collection and routing of student feedback
• Prepare monthly student data and compliance-related reports
• Assist with LMS updates, student support, course content uploads and data integrity checks
• Monitor regulatory communications and flag relevant changes or deadlines
• Coordinate with the Training Manager, outsourced Academic Manager, trainers, camp coordinators and placements function where required

Requirements

• High level of computer literacy / accuracy in data capture, verification and record keeping
• Strong administrative ability with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work with student information, learner records and academic documentation
• Ability to work with LMS (learner management systems) and regulatory submission platforms
• Understanding of, or ability to work within, QMS (quality management systems) processes and documented procedures
• Ability to handle confidential student data responsibly and securely
• Excellent English fluency and written communication skills

Qualifications

None mentioned in the original job description.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive package with DOE on field experience and unique skill set. Uniform provided. Discretionary bonus incentive based on personal and company performance.