Bursary Officer M000993
Listing reference: nwu_002125
Listing status: On Hold
Apply by: 19 October 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Administration
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT: STUDENT FINANCES AND FINANCIAL RELATED SYSTEMS
POSITION NUMBER: M000993
VACANCY: BURSARY OFFICER
PEROMNES GRADE: 11
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Administrator of some internal NWU bursaries, as well as Private sponsor and SETA bursaries.
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive NWU Post graduate applications via portal
· Evaluate applications on daily basis.
· Capture status on SBL on daily basis.
· Sent deferment list to designated staff member on campus.
· Communicate outcome of bursary to applicants on daily basis.
· Prepare payment file on daily basis.
· Follow up on incomplete applications.
Assist with verification of Vendor documentation.
· Complete Vendor verification documents.
· Provide BBEEE certificate, Bank confirmation letter and other documentation required.
Assist with Private bursaries and SETA funding
· Capture applications on SBL.
· Capture data of successful students on spreadsheets
· Assist with allowances template in conjunction with Finances that must pay allowances.
· Provide fee statements, proof of registration, academic records as required by sponsors/SETA.
Record management
· E Filing of documents and signed MOU/MOA in terms of NWU record management policy
Ad hoc requests and client services
· Fulfil all ad hoc requests when required.
· Deliver excellent client service to all stakeholders.
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
· Under health and safety law, each employee has the duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by the former’s actions or omissions at work. Therefore, each employee must co-operate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone meet their legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Intermediate Knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel
· Numerical competent and accurate with attention to detail
· Computer literate: MS Office products, internet, and e-mail. Good Excel skills
· Analytical and problem-solving ability
· Punctual
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Be able to work in a diverse group of people
· Work independently and without close supervision
· Critical thinking
· Effective time management – working to strict timelines
· Ethical behaviour and honesty
Minimum requirements
· Diploma/Higher Certificate or Post Qualification in Office Administration
· A minimum of 3 years’ Bursary Administration
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr DJ Hefer: 018 299 2048
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Akhona Maqungo: 018 299 2624
CLOSING DATE: 19 October 2023
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
