Senior Bursary Officer REF NO: EMC1/25/26 at Department of Higher Education and Training

SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08), Plus benefits 

CENTRE : Head Office 

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. 

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.