Admin Officer PLU REF NO: PLU/05/09/2026 at Department of Higher Education and Training

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 227 per annum (Level 07), plus actual benefits 

CENTRE : Central Office, King William’s Town 

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric or NCV Level 4 together with a recognised three-year (3) National Diploma (NQF 6) / in Project Management / Public Management or related qualification plus at least 2 to 3 years’ relevant experience in a Project Management/ Business Development and/or related environment, computer literacy and a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge and experience in building partnerships, Innovation, Marketing and Entrepreneur insight, Financial Management, Mobilising resources, Interpretation of statutes, knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury regulations and other frameworks, Business planning, Visibility analysis, Knowledge and understanding of the administration reporting process and procedures.
• Skills: Negotiation, Communication, Presentation, Academic Process and moderation procedures, Administrative Planning and organizing, Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal Problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client oriented, Project management, Team Leadership, Planning and organizing, People management. 

DUTIES :

• Assist with identifying and facilitating income generating opportunities through the implementation of partnership agreements. Assistance with Partnership Management: Build a database of local businesses and other linkages. Participate in business forums and identify project opportunities. Develop project proposals and plans for joint initiatives. Facilitate handover with the College managers. Form partnerships with industry and relevant stakeholders.
• Business opportunities scanning: Identify opportunities for College income generation, establish work environment simulation potential, provide market needs business case rationale for all opportunities, identify appropriate partner or service provider, coordinate the submission of tenders and funding proposals, provide information and reports on programmes, funding and partnership to DHET and other stakeholders, Local and Provincial government relations. Develop and update the schedule of local government projects and opportunities. Identify College synergies' potential contribution to provincial departments, build relationships with relevant officials, establish a database of key contacts and participate in meetings as appropriate.
• Develop proposals for partnering on specific practical opportunities aligned with the college's core business. Conduct visibility studies for all new and proposed projects. Develop the project and budget. Partner with relevant research organisations. Negotiate and sign service level agreements and or contracts, when required.