About the Role
The Department of Higher Education and Training is seeking a skilled Senior Bursary Officer to join their dynamic team at the Head Office. Located in Pretoria, this essential role plays a significant part in managing and coordinating bursary allocations for students across South Africa. The Senior Bursary Officer will ensure that students receive the financial support they need to pursue their academic goals, thereby contributing to the broader mission of enhancing educational opportunities and outcomes in the community.
This position is vital not only for the students who rely on bursaries to further their education but also for the public service as a whole. By streamlining the administration of financial aid, the Senior Bursary Officer will help to create a more equitable educational landscape, making higher education accessible to all South Africans.
About the Department
The Department of Higher Education and Training is dedicated to promoting and facilitating higher education in South Africa. With a focus on quality and inclusive education, the department aims to improve access to learning opportunities while ensuring that the financial aid processes are efficient and transparent. Working within this department means being part of a team that prioritizes educational growth and supports the development of skilled professionals who will contribute to the nation’s economy.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain a comprehensive database of student applications in line with Department of Higher Education and Training and NSFAS requirements.
- Log and submit all bursary applications, ensuring that all necessary documentation is included.
- Monitor and coordinate bursary allocations, aligning with financial guidelines and college procedures.
- Review applications for financial aid and analyze the status of provisionally funded students.
- Authorize the disbursement of funds, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
- Report on bursary allocations and financial aid progress, contributing to informed decision-making within the department.
- Manage human, physical, and financial resources associated with bursary administration.
What You’ll Need
- A Matric certificate or equivalent qualification.
- A recognized National Diploma or Degree in Financial Management, Accounting, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience in bursary or financial aid services.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and knowledge of financial operating systems (e.g., Coltech).
- A valid driver’s license is an added advantage.
- Basic knowledge of financial functions, public service financial legislation, and Treasury regulations.
- Strong planning, organization, and communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions provided below.
Requirements
Matric or equivalent plus a recognized National Diploma or Degree in Financial Management/Accounting or any other relevant qualification.A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
Must be proficient in MS-Excel.
3-5 years relevant work experience in Bursary / Financial aid services.
Valid Driver’s License will be an added advantage.
Competencies: Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics; Knowledge of basic financial operating systems (Coltech, etc.
) Essential 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 legislations, procedures and Treasury Regulations (PFMA, NSFAS guidelines and Financial Management practices).
Skills: Planning and organizing; Computer skills; Language; 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
Maintain a database of all student applications in terms of Department of Higher Education and Training and NSFAS requirements.Maintain a database of all student applications in terms of college bursary requirements.
Log and submit all applications and ensure all required information are attached to the application.
monitor bursary and other awards in conjunction in relation to finance portfolio and college procedure.
Coordinate bursary allocations.
Ensure administration of bursaries are in line with NSFAS guidelines, funder MOU/SLA and policies.
Review application for financial Aid.
Analyze NSFAS provisionally funded students.
Authorize disbursement of funds.
Report on all bursary and financial aid allocations and progress.
Management of human, physical and financial resources.
