About the Role
The Bursary Clerk position at the High Street Campus is an essential role within the public service, dedicated to supporting students on their educational journey. This position plays a crucial part in the bursary application processes, ensuring that financial aid is accessible to those who need it most. By joining this team, you will contribute significantly to the educational aspirations of students across South Africa, helping to cultivate a more informed and educated populace.
In this role, you will work closely with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and support the allocation of bursaries to deserving students. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of many individuals in the community by providing the means for them to pursue their studies without the burden of financial stress. Working in the vibrant city of [City], you will be part of a dedicated team committed to fostering educational excellence and equity in access to education.
About the Department
The department you will be joining is focused on ensuring that financial assistance is effectively coordinated and monitored for students seeking bursaries. Through its mandate, the department strives to provide equitable access to education, thereby empowering individuals and enhancing community development. Working here means being part of a mission that directly influences the futures of countless students, providing them with the financial support they need to succeed.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with coordinating the bursary application processes to ensure timely and accurate submission.
- Monitor and support financial aid processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Analyze data related to NSFAS provisionally funded students for reporting purposes.
- Provide feedback and updates to students regarding their bursary applications and progress.
- Compile reports on bursary allocations and overall progress to support transparency and accountability.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum of Grade 12 and a recognized national diploma in Financial Management, Accounting, or a related qualification.
- 1-2 years of experience in a bursary, financial aid, or financial environment.
- Basic knowledge of financial functions and practices, including data capturing skills.
- Familiarity with Public Service financial legislation, procedures, and Treasury Regulations.
- Proficient computer skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage routine tasks with accuracy and flexibility.
How to Apply
For application instructions, please refer to the details provided below.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised national diploma in Financial Management / Accounting or any other relevant qualification.1-2 years in Bursary / Financial aid / Financial environment.
Competencies: Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics.
Basic knowledge of the Public Service financial 107 legislations, procedures and Treasury Regulations (PFMA, PSA, PSR, PPPFA, Financial Manual).
Knowledge of basic financial operating systems (Coltech etc.
) Skills: Computer skills; Planning and organizing; Good verbal and written communication; Basic numeracy skills; Ability to perform routine tasks; Ability to operate office equipment; Flexibility; Interpersonal Relations; Accuracy; Aptitudes of figures.
Job Duties
Assist with the coordination of bursary application processes.Assist with coordinating and monitoring of financial aid processes.
Analyse NSFAS provisionally funded students.
Assist with the coordination of bursary allocations.
Assist with the coordination of providing feedback to students relating to the progress of the bursary process as communicated by NSFAS.
Assist in reporting on all bursary allocations and progress.
