Assistant Director- Department of Higher Education and Training

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be required to:

• To provide effective high-level administrative and operational support to the Deputy Director: HDI-DP;
• Collate and organise project proposals for consideration by the proposal review panel;
• Assist in drafting submissions to the DDG/DG/Minister for the approval and amendment of business plans, release of earmarked funds, and virement requests;
• Assist in compiling reports for audit purposes;
• Ensure all HDI-DP documentation are recorded on all official databases, as required by relevant DHET protocols;
• Assist in budgeting for the programme management unit by costing relevant activities and monitoring operational expenditure;
• Assist the Deputy Director in communications with universities and developing prompt responses to queries raised regarding the implementation of the HDI-DP.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/ Finance or Public Administration;
• Five years' relevant work experience a public sector and project management on an operational level;
• A valid drivers' licence.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Knowledge of the Higher Education Sector, particularly the Universities;
• Understanding of the legal and policy framework of the public sector;
• Analytical and information management skills;
• Project management;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent knowledge and application of computer packages;
• Research and report writing;
• Client orientated;
• Professional;
• Ability to work independently;
• Willingness to travel domestically;
• Organization and planning skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work extended hours when required.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Honours/ Postgraduate Diploma;
• Three years' experience within a tertiary environment.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

CLOSING DATE: 15 November 2019

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Koba Allison, Tel: (012) 661 6159 for any application-related enquiries.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2020, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.