Project Coordinator: Graduate Recruitment at Stellenbosch University

Duties/Pligte        

• Organising and managing the annual graduate recruitment programme, particularly the annual career fairs.
• Managing contract staff during the graduate recruitment programme.
• Advising employers on the best way forward to address their needs and deciding on a recruitment strategy.
• Publishing the annual graduate recruitment programme.
• Co-managing the third money stream income of the UGCS.
• Managing communication and marketing of career opportunities to students via mailshots with job opportunities and career resources to targeted student groups.
• Assisting with recruiting representatives for panel discussions and networking events such as Career Khulumas.
• Collaborating with student bodies, faculties, and departments to promote UGCS networking services.
• Collaborating with faculties and academic departments to arrange World of Work events/presentations.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Bachelor's degree/advanced diploma in Industrial Psychology, Recruitment, Human Resources Management, or a related field.
• At least three years' relevant experience in graduate recruitment or HE career services.
• A strong understanding of recruitment and selection processes.
• Proficiency in social media and marketing.
• At least three years' experience in organising exhibition/career network events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and another official South African language (bilingual proficiency preferred).
• Strong computer literacy and information management skills.
• Organisational, presentation, and conflict management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and professionalism.
• Good project management skills
• Computer skills in the MS-Office environment.
• Soft Skills: 
• Detail orientated.
• A strong student-centred approach. 
• The ability to connect with students, academic staff and company representatives.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• The ability to work effectively in a team. 
• Effective time management skills.
• Interest in the national and international world of work developments. 
• Strong ethical orientation.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset.
• Good networking skills.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Proficiency in career services platforms and digital tools, e.g. LinkedIn, Symplicity, Everlytic.
• Experience in multidisciplinary cooperation.
• Experience in rendering services within a higher education or post-secondary education training systems environment.
• Experience in organising career events.
• Experience in service delivery to a diverse client population.
• Public speaking and facilitation skills.

Closing Date  05-Dec-2025