Are you ready to advance your career in a world-class scientific environment? The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) is inviting skilled and dedicated professionals to apply for the Administrator: Applied Metrology and Physical & Electrical Metrology position. If you have a passion for precision, quality, and organisational excellence, this is an opportunity to join a national institution that plays a crucial role in South Africa’s measurement standards and scientific development.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer | National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 24 November 2025 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa |
Administrator: Applied Metrology and Physical & Electrical Metrology
Salary Range: R374 261 – R440 307 per annum (all-inclusive)
Division: Applied Metrology (AM) & Physical & Electrical Metrology (PEM)
Purpose of the Position
The Administrator will provide comprehensive operational, governance, and administrative support to both AM and PEM divisions, ensuring efficiency, excellent stakeholder engagement, and seamless training coordination.
Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- National Diploma in Administration/Office Management or equivalent
- Bookkeeping skills (advantageous)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Administrative Officer or Personal Assistant
- Advanced computer literacy (MS Office, SharePoint, e-Workflow, e-Procurement)
- Strong organisational, communication, and minute-taking abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Excellent professionalism and customer service skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent English fluency and writing skills
- Experience engaging with senior officials, international counterparts, and executives
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and operational assistance to directors, senior managers, and staff
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, compile minutes, track action items
- Prepare high-quality documentation, presentations, and agendas
- Handle domestic and international travel arrangements (including visas, bookings, logistics)
- Process procurement orders, follow up on invoices, and manage expenditure-related queries
- Manage record-keeping, archiving, and compliance with NMISA’s TQMS
- Oversee training programmes, workshops, short courses, and learner record management
- Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders and training-related enquiries
Person Specification
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Excellent presentation and telephone etiquette
- Proactive, flexible, and independent working style
- Strong attention to detail and prioritisation ability
- Integrity, loyalty, tact, and professionalism
- Strong problem-solving and reasoning abilities
- Good planning, organising and analytical skills
- Ethical behaviour and adherence to organisational policies
- Ability to collaborate within a team
How to Apply
To apply and access more details, visit the National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) official website.
Submit the following documents to careers@nmisa.org:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
Important:
- Clearly indicate the position you are applying for.
- Only applications with all required documentation will be considered.
- Preference will be given in line with the Employment Equity Act.