SEF Administrator

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POSITION SUMMARY - This position is based in Matatiele, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Conservation South Africa (CSA) currently has a vacancy for a Data and System Administrator who will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy, integrity, completeness, and accessibility of all the data related to the Social Employment Fund (SEF) project. The SEF Programme forms part of CSA’s Jobs for Nature Initiative, which works towards job creation for youth in South Africa, providing job opportunities, along with training and mentorship related to the green economy.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position that offers opportunities to work with a committed and innovative team in an exciting and challenging environment. The successful candidate should possess a passion for administration and demonstrate a strong desire to improve their skills and knowledge to support the mission and vision of the SEF project and Conservation South Africa.

The SEF Administrator will be responsible for assisting in the smooth running of all SEF-related operational functions at a landscape level and will assist the landscape team with programme-related administration. The position reports to the Landscape Operations Coordinator and assists in the delivery of CSA’s Social Employment Fund Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that data on the Kwantu system is complete, up-to-date and accurate always.
• Verify data and rectify any errors to ensure that the data is accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Conduct routine system checks of the data and resolve any inconsistencies or errors promptly.
• Monitor the progress of data entry and provide feedback to the SEF Program Officers as required.
• Coordinate and manage the sharing of data between internal and external stakeholders as and when required.
• Keep an up-to-date record of all data entry process for future reference.
• Raise the flag on any risks relating to data (including accuracy, missing data capturing deadlines) immediately to the Program Officer.

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical office environment in a rural landscape.
• Travel to landscape program delivery sites may be required.
• This role will be a fixed-term assignment, anticipated to begin in October 2025 and end in July 2026.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Up to 2 years of general work experience in a similar role.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project Administration.
• Passion for and experience in working with people in rural environments.
• Experience in data input and management.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data input capturing, collection, and processing.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Solid Interpersonal skills.
• Organized, with excellent attention to detail.

Preferred

• South African Matric certificate
• Data Capturing, Data Collection, and processing Certification or equivalent certification (NQF level 5).
• Good knowledge of the Kwantu system.
• A valid driver’s license (except for candidates with disabilities).

To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter.

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