Openings at University of Cape Town

• The University of Cape Town invites applications for the permanent position of Executive Director: UCT Libraries. UCT Libraries is a critical part of the University’s academic and knowledge infrastructure, enabling teaching and learning, research and internationalisation, innovation and entrepreneurship, and societal and social responsiveness.
• Operating across multiple campuses and library locations, the Libraries brings together physical and digital environments, scholarly collections and information resources, research and learning services, publishing and open scholarship, Special Collections, and technology-enabled services to support UCT’s students, academics and researchers.
• Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching & Learning, the Executive Director will provide visionary, strategic and executive leadership of this complex and resource-intensive institutional portfolio, with accountability for its people, significant financial resources, collections and knowledge assets, digital systems and technologies, and physical facilities and infrastructure.
• The role will lead the continued development and transformation of UCT Libraries, including strategic resource and infrastructure planning, service innovation, responsible digital transformation, governance, risk and long-term sustainability.
• As a member of UCT’s senior leadership, the Executive Director will also contribute to institutional strategy and governance and position UCT Libraries to respond to the changing nature of scholarship and an increasingly digital, data- and AI-enabled higher education environment.

Requirements for the position:

• A Masters degree (NQF Level 9) in Library and Information Science (LIS); OR a Masters degree (NQF Level 9) in a relevant subject discipline, together with a Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science.  A doctoral qualification would be advantageous.
• A record of scholarship or significant professional contribution in academic librarianship or a related field is expected.
• At least 10 years’ recent and relevant experience in a complex academic or research library, or comparable knowledge-intensive environment, including substantial senior-level leadership experience with accountability for strategy, people, resources and organisational performance.

The successful candidate will have the following competencies:

• Demonstrated strategic and organisational leadership at senior level, including strategy development and implementation and leading significant organisational change;
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary professional teams, including performance and talent management, leadership development, succession planning, and managing complex staffing and employee relations matters;
• Demonstrated experience managing substantial financial and institutional resources, including significant budgets, collections, digital and technological resources, physical facilities and infrastructure, with accountability for governance, risk and resource stewardship, and fundraising;
• Demonstrated leadership of contemporary academic and research library services, including teaching and learning and research support, scholarly communication, open scholarship, digital services, and creative publications;
• Proven experience leading digital transformation, including the responsible application of emerging technologies, including AI;
• Demonstrated experience leading service innovation initiatives that improve service delivery, user experience, operational effectiveness, and responsiveness to evolving stakeholder needs;
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence at senior institutional level, including working with executive and academic leadership and governance structures, and developing significant institutional, national and/or international partnerships; and
• Experience leading transformation and inclusive organisational practice, including equity, diversity, inclusion and employment equity.

Responsibilities:

• Providing strategic direction for UCT Libraries and aligning its strategy, priorities, culture and resources with the University’s institutional and academic priorities;
• Leading the Libraries’ contribution to teaching and learning, research and internationalisation, innovation and entrepreneurship, and societal and social responsiveness;
• Providing executive leadership of the Libraries’ people and senior management team, including organisational capability, transformation, talent and leadership development, performance and succession;
• Providing strategic oversight of collections and knowledge assets, scholarly information resources, research and learning services, scholarly communication and publishing, digital systems and physical and digital library environments;
• Leading service innovation and responsible digital transformation, including the strategic adoption of AI and emerging technologies to enhance access, discovery, research and learning support, and user experience;
• Exercising executive accountability for financial and resource planning and stewardship, including significant budgets, facilities and infrastructure, technology investment, governance, compliance, risk, resilience and business continuity;
• Building strategic relationships and institutional, national, African and international partnerships, professional networks and collaborations, including appropriate funding and partnership opportunities;
• Providing thought leadership and representing and advocating for UCT Libraries within relevant University leadership and governance structures and national and international academic, professional and scholarly forums.
• The 2026 annual cost of employment, including benefits, is appropriate to the Senior Management level.

Please complete and attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• A motivation letter which addresses the above criteria, including a statement on your potential contribution as Executive Director;
• Your full curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of three referees;
• The HR204 application form for Senior Executive Posts available at: http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr204.doc.
• Please declare your use of artificial intelligence in the preparation of any documents related to your application.

 Closing date:  23 October 2026

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• We seek an outstanding academic leader with a scholarly record appropriate for appointment at a full professorial level or at associate professorial level, to lead the faculty. The Dean will provide visionary academic and strategic leadership, advance UCT Strategy 2030 while strengthening the faculty’s position as a leading centre of teaching, scholarship, research, creative practice, and public engagement.
• The Dean will be responsible for shaping and implementing the faculty’s strategic vision, building on its considerable strengths while positioning it to respond to the opportunities and challenges shaping higher education in South Africa, across the African continent, and globally.
• The Dean will champion academic excellence, student success, curriculum renewal, interdisciplinary collaboration, and impactful scholarship, while ensuring sound governance, financial stewardship, and organisational sustainability.
• As Chair of the Faculty Board, the Dean will provide strategic leadership for the faculty’s governance, academic direction, and organisational performance, ensuring the effective implementation of university policies, academic regulations, and institutional priorities. The Dean will also provide strategic oversight of the Baxter Theatre and serve on the Baxter Theatre Board, supporting its contribution to the Faculty, the University, and the broader cultural sector.
• As a member of the University's senior leadership team, the Dean will contribute to institutional leadership and decision-making, working collaboratively to advance the University's mission, values, and strategic priorities. The Dean may also be called upon to undertake broader institutional leadership responsibilities, including acting for the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, where required.
• The Dean will foster an inclusive, intellectually vibrant, and high-performing academic community that attracts, develops, and retains outstanding staff and students. Through strategic partnerships across academia, government, civil society, industry, the cultural and creative sectors, and international networks, the Dean will enhance the faculty’s contribution to scholarship, public engagement, innovation, and societal impact.

Requirements for the position:

• A PhD qualification in an appropriate discipline represented within the faculty or, an appropriate professional equivalent.
• An outstanding record of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including postgraduate supervision and the successful graduation of Master's and PhD students.
• A distinguished record of scholarship, research, and/or creative practice within a discipline represented in the faculty.
• An excellent track record of academic leadership and administration, including a substantive appointment as Dean, Deputy Dean, Head of Department or an equivalent senior academic leadership position.

The successful candidate will have the following competencies:

• A clearly articulated strategic vision for the future of the faculty, aligned with the University's strategic priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide values-based, inclusive and accountable leadership, inspiring high-performing academic and professional communities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in ambiguity, complexity and institutional change, exercising sound judgement in a dynamic higher education environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust, influence, resolve conflict, and lead constructively across diverse constituencies.
• Proven experience in leading diverse academic and professional teams, including the effective management of complex staff and student matters, organisational change and performance.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic freedom, institutional integrity, transformation, equity and ethical leadership.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, fundraising, resource mobilisation and sustainable financial management.
• A proven track record of developing interdisciplinary, national, continental and international partnerships.
• An in-depth understanding of university governance, academic quality assurance and the higher education policy environment.
• An understanding of the opportunities and challenges shaping higher education in South Africa, the African continent and globally.
• Willingness and ability to represent the Faculty and the University nationally and internationally, including through strategic partnerships, governance responsibilities, and other institutional engagements.

The 2026 annual cost of employment, including benefits, is appropriate to the Senior Executive level.

The initial term of appointment of a Dean is for five years and there is a maximum limit of one contract renewal, subject to performance assessment. On conclusion of the term of office as Dean, the appointee may be offered a permanent position in the appropriate academic department.

Please complete and attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• A motivation letter which addresses the above criteria.
• A statement on your potential contribution as Dean.
• Your full curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of three referees.
• The HR204 application form for Senior Executive Posts available at: http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr204.doc
• Please declare your use of artificial intelligence in the preparation of any documents related to your application.

 Closing date:  23 October 2026

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We invite applications for the permanent position of Registrar to commence employment on 1 March 2027.

• The Registrar is a senior executive position at the centre of the University's governance, academic administration and institutional regulatory environment. The portfolio has University-wide responsibility for the effective functioning of key governance structures; academic administration and the integrity of the academic record; legal services; secretariat and institutional records; student systems support; information governance and data privacy; and institutional compliance with applicable legislation, the UCT Statute and policies of Council.
• Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, the Registrar serves as Secretary to Council, Senate and Convocation and provides authoritative advice and institutional leadership to these statutory bodies in fulfilling their governance and policy-making responsibilities.
• As head of the University's academic administration, the Registrar has overall accountability for academic administration and the student academic record, including the systems and processes supporting student recruitment, admissions, registration, examinations, certification and graduation.
• The Registrar also has executive accountability for University legal matters and contributes strategic advice across an extensive network of executive, academic, governance and administrative structures.
• The position therefore requires an accomplished senior leader with the judgement, credibility, independence and institutional perspective to operate across the University's executive, Council, Senate, faculties and professional, administrative and support structures, while engaging effectively with students and external higher-education, regulatory and professional stakeholders.

Requirements for the position:

• An appropriate NQF Level 9 qualification (Masters degree) in Law, Higher Education, Public Administration, Governance, Business Administration, Management or a related discipline. A relevant doctoral qualification or admitted attorney status will be advantageous. 
• At least 10 years’ recent and relevant experience in a complex higher education environment, including substantial senior-level leadership experience in academic administration, university governance and/or legal and regulatory affairs, with demonstrated experience in strategy, institutional leadership and change management.
• Demonstrated senior leadership capability, with the authority, credibility and judgement to operate effectively across complex executive, academic, governance and professional environments.

The successful candidate will have the following competencies:

• Strong strategic, conceptual and systems-thinking capability, with the ability to understand and manage the interdependencies between governance, academic administration, legal and institutional systems.
• The ability to establish and sustain effective relationships and exercise influence across multiple levels of a complex institution.
• Detailed knowledge of applicable higher-education legislation, governance frameworks and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic oversight of financial and resource management, risk governance and organisational sustainability within a complex higher education environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive organisational performance and effectiveness through strategic planning, performance management, continuous improvement and the alignment of people, processes and resources with institutional priorities.
• Knowledge and understanding of the academic core business of a university and the institutional administrative and operational systems that support it.
• Knowledge of HEMIS reporting requirements.
• Financial, resource and risk management
• Demonstrated integrity and the ability to exercise sound judgement and accountability in the stewardship of institutional responsibilities and resources.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing strategic and executive leadership across the Office of the Registrar and contributing to the leadership, governance and strategic direction of the University.
• Serving as Secretary to Council, Senate and Convocation, ensuring that these statutory bodies and their relevant committees are properly constituted, effectively serviced and supported by sound governance advice, accurate records and appropriate institutional processes.
• Providing authoritative advice on the interpretation and application of the Higher Education Act, UCT Statute, institutional policies, rules and governance requirements, and safeguarding the integrity of University governance processes.
• Providing executive oversight of the University's legal services and legal affairs, including the interpretation and implementation of legislation and policy, legal compliance and the exercise of delegated legal authority.
• Leading the University's academic administration, including student recruitment and admissions, registration, course and class administration, examinations, certification, graduations, student records, University handbooks, student systems and associated academic-administration processes.
• Safeguarding the integrity of the academic record and ensuring accurate institutional information, certification and statutory reporting, including HEMIS returns.
• Providing leadership and oversight in relation to relevant institutional compliance, information governance, data privacy and other responsibilities assigned to the Registrar's portfolio.
• Leading and developing a capable, accountable and service-oriented professional team, including effective organisational design, workforce planning, performance management, staff development, employment relations and transformation.
• Ensuring effective financial and resource stewardship within the Registrar's portfolio, including appropriate planning, budgeting, procurement and expenditure management.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with the University's executive and academic leadership, faculties, students and relevant external stakeholders, including higher-education, regulatory, legal and professional bodies, and representing UCT externally as required.
• The Registrar exercises a high level of independent institutional judgement and delegated authority.
• This includes decision-making responsibility in areas such as academic administration, legal proceedings and external legal instructions, contracts within delegated authority, certain grievance and dismissal appeals, whistle-blower matters and other institutional responsibilities.
• The 2026 annual cost of employment, including benefits, is appropriate to the Senior Management level.

Please complete and attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• A motivation letter which addresses the above criteria, including a statement on your potential contribution as the Registrar;
• Your full curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of three referees;
• The HR204 application form for Senior Executive Posts available at: http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr204.doc.
• An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete and might not be considered.  Shortlisted candidates will be required to deliver an open presentation and undergo assessments. References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Closing date:  2 November 2026

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• The appointment of the successful candidate at Lecturer level will be in line with the implementation of the nGAP programme that focuses on recruiting new academics on a 4-year or 6-year funded track.
• For the 4-year funded track, eligible candidates would constitute those that have already attained their doctoral degrees. Successful candidates will have a reduced 50% workload in their first two years of employment to focus on writing and building their academic careers and be expected to take up full teaching workloads in the third and fourth years of their appointment.
• For the 6-year funded track, eligible candidates would constitute those that have completed their Masters degrees, or that have already started their doctoral degrees. These candidates will be supported with a reduced workload (20%) for three years to grow their doctoral studies. In year 4 they would have a 50% workload, and in year 5 and year 6 of the funded program they will assume their full academic workload within SLL.
• All candidates will initially assist in teaching on, developing, and expanding the offerings in French Language and Literature. In addition, depending on whether appointed on the 4-year or the 6-year funded track, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to supervision at the post-graduate level tied to areas within French Language and Literature, as well as the larger French and Francophone Studies field. The goal of the latter is to grow capacity in terms of a research profile with attendant and appropriate academic publishing opportunities.
• To be considered for the lecturer position, candidates on both the 4-year and 6-year tracks will have to have attained a 70% grade in their Masters degree or equivalent. This is a non-negotiable nGAP requirement.
• In terms of nGAP conditions, applicants must be 40 years or younger.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WITH AN AWARDED MASTERS DEGREE (6-YEAR FUNDED TRACK)

• A Masters Grade Point Average (GPA) of 70% or more.
• An awarded Masters Degree in French and Francophone literature, or a closely related field.
• Should enrol (at any university) for a PhD in French and Francophone literature, or a closely related field, within three months of joining UCT.
• Evidence of excellent academic writing and conceptual work.
• Demonstrated high proficiency (oral and written) in French.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WITH A PHD/DOCTORAL DEGREE (4-YEAR FUNDED TRACK)

• A Masters Grade Point Average (GPA) of 70% or more.
• A completed PhD degree in French and Francophone literature, or a closely related field.
• Experience in teaching and/or tutoring French language and literature at tertiary level.
• A research strategy and publications commensurate with career stage.
• Demonstrated high proficiency (oral and written) in French.

ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGEOUS QUALITIES:

• Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• Administrative skills.
• Experience or interest in interdisciplinary work.
• Experience or interest in internationalisation (e.g. study abroad programmes)
• Experience in supervision of student research.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Teaching and convening French Language & Literature from beginners to advanced levels.
• Active engagement in research and publication.
• Participation in academic development initiatives, including mentorship and training opportunities.
• Academic administration.
• Active contribution to the Section’s research projects.
• Active participation in the School’s research culture.

The annual cost of employment, including benefits for 2026, is R 974, 126

Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• A letter of motivation that speaks to the requirements of the role.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Submit your Master’s thesis as part of your application, either by uploading the document or providing a link to the thesis. Applicants for the four-year stream must also submit their PhD thesis or provide a link to it. 
• Copies of relevant academic transcripts
• Copy of your ID.
• The names of three referees, including their title and name, position details, relationship to you, their e-mail address, and telephone number.
• An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo competency assessments and pre-placement-medical placements. References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Closing date:   8th  November 2026

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• The University of Cape Town (UCT) is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced individual for the permanent position of Benefits and Exits Officer within the Human Resources Department.
• This role forms part of the Organisational Health & Benefits team and is responsible for the day-to-day, efficient, accurate and compliant administration of all employee exit processes, including resignations, retirements, retrenchments, dismissals and death in service.
• This position also provides technical support and guidance to the Social Benefits Administrative Assistant in the execution of their day-to-day responsibilities.

Requirements for the post:

• Relevant NQF Level 5 qualification
• At least 5 years’ relevant work experience in HR benefits administration
• Experience in HR administration, particularly in exits and benefits processes
• Knowledge of retirement fund administration
• High level of computer literacy, including SAP HCM and payroll administration systems, MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent numeracy and reconciliation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Strong client service orientation
• Ability to handle sensitive and personal information

The following would be advantageous:

• Knowledge of relevant tax legislation

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and administering all exit processes, including resignations, retirements, retrenchments, dismissals and death in service
• Administering retirement fund processes, including the accurate reconciliation and payment of retirement fund contributions and Group Life Assurance (GLA) contributions, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with applicable requirements
• Ensuring compliance with tax, UIF and other statutory requirements associated with employee exits, including the preparation and completion of UIF documentation for exiting employees.
• Processing terminations on SAP and ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Providing accurate information and guidance to staff and beneficiaries on exit-related benefits
• Coordinating annual retirement processes and associated administrative requirements
• Managing and responding to queries from current staff, ex-staff and retirees
• Preparing and submitting monthly and quarterly reports relating to exits, benefits and retirement fund administration
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and external service providers, including fund administrators and insurers

The annual cost of employment, including benefits, is between R448 889 and R528 105.

Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• A letter of motivation, outlining how your expertise aligns with the position's requirements
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)·
• Three referee names which must include their title and name, position details, relationship to you, their e-mail address, and telephone number.
• Highest qualification; and
• Copy of ID/Passport.
• An application which does not comply with the above will be regarded as incomplete and might not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and maybe required to undergo competency assessments. References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Closing date: 8 October 2026

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• We are looking for dynamic, motivated, and organized people to join our IT Service Desk team to support staff and students with their ICT needs both telephonically and onsite. 

Requirements for the posts:

• Grade 12 or a technical equivalent qualification.
• Current A+ (not older than 3 years), Microsoft or Apple MAC certification or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years' relevant work experience in a customer-focused IT support position.
• An unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Capturing support requests.
• Researching and providing accurate and comprehensive solutions to customers via telephone and onsite.
• Participating in team projects, as well as research and development of services and products.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues. 

Skills required: 

• Excellent working knowledge of the use of common IT hardware and software applications
• Strong customer service ethic
• Excellent problem-solving skills for Microsoft and Apple Mac
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Business and technical writing skills
• Ability to coach and mentor junior colleagues.

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is between R336 151 and R531 313 per annum.

Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• A motivation letter, outlining how your expertise aligns with the position's requirements
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Highest qualification.
• Current A+ (not older than 3 years), Microsoft or Apple MAC certification, or equivalent qualification.
• Copy of your ID.
• Copy of your valid driver's licence.
• Three referee names, which must include their title and name, position details, relationship with you, their e-mail address and telephone number.

An application which does not comply with the above will be regarded as incomplete and might not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and maybe required to undergo competency assessments. References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Closing date: 9 October 2026

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• The main purpose of the position is to provide administrative assistance to the Program Coordinator and the Co-Principal
• Investigators of the partnership at UCT. You will support administrative and financial operations, including but not limited to scholarship administration, coordination of bi-annual progress symposiums, coordination of partnership events. The position is critical to the smooth and effective functioning of HPI at UCT.
• If you have strong administrative and time-management skills, good inter-personal skills, the ability to track and prioritize tasks, excellent organizational and communication skills, and you meet the criteria as listed below, then we invite you to apply for this post to support the HPI at UCT.
• This is a full-time, fixed-term research appointment based at the University of Cape Town until 31 December 2028, to start as soon as possible.

Requirements for the Job:

• NQF6 Qualification
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in office administration.
• Excellent and professional interpersonal skills.
• Solid administration skills.
• Meticulous work with attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex scheduling requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective time-management skills and the ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task within a highly pressurised environment.
• The capability to meet strict deadlines.

Advantageous experience includes:

• A tertiary Degree/Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with UCT PeopleSoft and/or SAP system.
• A solid understanding of the University’s systems and procedures.
• Experience working with students and academics.
• Responsibilities include:
• Support administration of fellowships and scholarships.
• Support organisation of socials, workshops, and other related meetings.
• Review finances of the school on a quarterly basis.
• Monitoring and clearing purchasing card transactions, follow up on receipts.
• Procurement of sundries and other items for the HPI Lab located in the HPI d-school building.
• Support public relations; oversee maintenance of the website and social media channels.
• Provide support for research visitors.
• Assisting the coordinator and the principal investigators with general administrative tasks.

The annual cost of employment, including benefits (where applicable), is between R 448 889 and R 528 105, depending on experience.

• To apply, please submit the documents below in a single pdf file to [email protected].
• Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line of the email.
• Cover letter explaining your reasons for applying and how you meet the requirements for the position.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) with clear information about the relevant work experience that addresses the job requirements.
• Completed UCT Application form (HR201), from https://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc
• Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line.
• An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo a competency test.

Closing date: 14 October 2026

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• We invite applications to apply for the Management Accountant: Executive Education position in the Finance Department for appointment as soon as possible. This post resides within the Finance function devolved to the Graduate School of Business.
• This position plays a key role in supporting the financial stewardship, commercial decision-support, and strategic financial management of the Business School’s Executive Education and Business Development portfolio.
• It further supports the sustainable growth and profitability of a diverse portfolio of executive education offerings by leading programme financial modelling, forecasting, reporting, and financial governance. The Management Accountant works towards ensuring robust financial planning, effective resource allocation, and informed commercial decision-making.
• We seek to appoint a hands-on individual who thrives on challenges, works well under pressure, finds creative and innovative solutions to problems, and is customer-focused within a complex environment.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:

• An accounting degree at NQF7 (BCom or equivalent) or other equivalent accounting or management accounting qualification.
• At least 3 years’ relevant experience in education programme or project-based financial environments with well-developed supervisory and engagement skills, and exposure to various aspects of finance and accounting.
• A broad knowledge and understanding of financial and management accounting principles, with proven high level analytical and interpretive abilities.
• Capability to identify financial risks, trends, and opportunities within programme portfolios.
• Experience in people management and leadership.   
• Strong business partnering capability.
• Effective communication skills, negotiation skills, persuasive skills, good interpersonal skills, and well-reasoned decision-making ability.
• Having commercial acumen and an innovation mindset to think strategically and operationalise strategy into plans and projects.
• Attention to detail, report writing, good presentation skills and an uncompromising attitude to meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Resilience with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• An ability to interact successfully with individuals across various levels, internal and external to the organisation.
• A commitment to the provision of excellent client service in a cross-cultural environment.
• A working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP system.
• Proven computer literacy in the use of MS Office at an advanced level.
• Possess a high level of honesty and integrity in handling cash and or finances.
• A commitment to the provision of excellent client service.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Interpret financial data, provide strategic insights, and advise Executive Education leadership on programme financial performance.
• Lead financial forecasting and coordinate the annual budgeting process with Executive Education leadership.
• Exercise professional judgement on programme financial viability, pricing recommendations, and financial risk management.
• Review, validate, and approve programme costing models and provide commercial advice on pricing and profitability.
• Chair debtor review meetings and manage strategic resolution of significant debtor issues.
• Direct line management for Senior Finance Officer & Assistant Finance Officer.

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is between R661 967 and R778 773.

Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Motivation/Cover letter that speaks to the specific requirements of the position.
• Relevant qualification and ID or passport
• Three referee names which must include their title and name, position details, relationship to you, their e-mail address and telephone number.

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo competency assessments and pre-placement medical examinations.

References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Closing date: 19th October 2026