Top Roles at Rhodes University

Main Objectives

• Responsible for leading and managing the activities that drive continuous improvement in and optimisation of finance systems and business processes, contributing to improvements in finance service delivery, in collaboration with the leadership of the Finance Division and I&TS teams.
• Responsible for maintaining and managing enhancements of the University’s finance application systems, providing technical expertise and direction to finance process owners, communicating finance systems changes, and facilitating training and end-user support. Must ensure that ICT Governance is effectively managed.

The Requirements

A relevant NQF level 7 (preferably a B Com with Accounting III or Information Systems III, or similar qualification), plus at least 6 years relevant experience, where such experience includes: -

• Experience in the implementation of an ERP financial system and related modules, and/or regular updates of an ERP financial system
• Experience in process (re)design, functional configuration, testing and end-user training on a financial ERP system
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, which include Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• At least three years of experience in financial and accounting, including application of accounting standards, in a large, complex environment
• At least three years of experience in project management where project outcomes affect business processes and end-users
• At least two years of management and/or supervision experience

The following will be advantageous:

• Oracle certification in one or more of the Oracle ERP Financials applications/services
• Working within a Higher Education
• Leader in the full implementation of an ERP financial system

 Closing Date 07 May 2026

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Main Objectives

• To co-ordinate and supervise the activities in the workshop so as to build and construct sets for all Departmental productions, as well as acting as the Resident Safety Officer for the Rhodes Theatre Complex.

The Requirements

Qualified Artisan (i.e. must have completed an apprenticeship or learnership as a Fitter and Turner or Carpenter – NQF Level 4) plus approximately 4 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: -

• Previous technical experience (including experience in a scenic workshop working on the technical side)
• Previous experience working with Word, Excel, Email and the Internet
• Previous experience working with health and safety, including working knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Working knowledge of computer-aided drawing (CAD) will be an advantage
• Previous experience supervising staff will be an advantage

Closing Date 05 May 2026

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Main Objectives

• The Librarian: Scholarly Communication will contribute to the library's overall postgraduate and researcher experience by facilitating a working relationship with the Research Office and the Postgraduate Centre. 
• The emerging demand of the digital environment requires the library to ensure the accessibility and visibility of the institutional research output and the ethical use thereof. The incumbent will also be responsible for initiating and coordinating Open Access activities and raising awareness of scholarly communications.

The Requirements

A relevant B Degree (NQF level 7) and approximately 6 years’ relevant experience, where such experience includes:-

• Having worked in a computerised academic or research library for at least 4 years.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a scholarly communication or research support environment.
• Current exposure to computer literacy, IT applications and electronic library & information tools applied in the research environment.
• Supervisory experience would be advantageous.

Closing Date 12 May 2026

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Main Objectives

• To ensure the smooth coordination of the collegial cluster project in all its facets.
• Deliver high-quality teaching and research within the program.
• Deliver accurate reporting on the cluster coordination and maintain records of the related activities.

The Requirement

A relevant Teachers Qualification (NQF 7) coupled with 5 years of classroom Mathematics Education experience, which includes: - 

• Teaching experience as a classroom mathematics teacher up to grade 10
• Experience with the facilitation of learning to adults will be an advantage
• Exposure to the field of Mathematics Education by working in rural communities in a teacher professional development program
• Coordination of a professional development program
• Previous experience writing reports
• Previous experience setting exams and assessments, including the written evaluation thereof
• Previous experience in conducting site visits as part of assessment
• A record of academic writing would be an advantage
• A valid driver’s license
• Ability to communicate in IsiXhosa

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Main Objectives

• To extract and provide supporting schedules and information for the completion of the University’s annual financial statements, prepare financial statements for University-related projects, and complete statistical returns for the SA Reserve Bank and others. 
• To provide a service with regard to budget preparation and budget variance investigation for the Finance Division. Maintaining the general ledger system, thereby ensuring the integrity of data and the quality of financial reporting. 
• To provide effective & efficient accounting/administration and control measures in accordance with the University’s policies and procedures. This includes Fixed Asset administration and Inventory accounting, various VAT and other SARS-related returns administration forms, and participation in month-end and year-end procedures, including internal and external audit requirements. 
• The Financial Accounting Unit is within the Finance Division and operates within a sub-structure where its sub-units report to the Senior Manager: Financial Control

The Requirements

A relevant bachelor’s degree or Advanced diploma (NQF 7) in Financial Accounting or Auditing, plus approximately 6 years of experience in financial accounting and reporting, where such experience includes: -

• Preparing Annual Financial Statements in accordance with a recognised financial reporting framework (e.g., IFRS), preparing reconciliations, and audit working papers for a minimum of 3 years.
• Budget preparation and variance analysis, including investigative follow-up.
• Experience in maintaining General Ledger structures and account coding.
• Working knowledge of the VAT Act and its application, and Experience in preparing VAT schedules, reconciliations, and dealing with SARS rulings.
• Experience coordinating external audits and managing audit documentation.
• Advanced computer literacy, especially in accounting systems and Excel.
• Experience with inventory and fixed asset accounting, including depreciation processes.
• A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
• Exposure to statutory reporting for DHET, SARB, and Statistics South Africa, and familiarity with restricted vs unrestricted fund accounting in a university context, will be an added advantage
• A thorough understanding and experience of VAT as it applies to Higher Education Institutions will be an advantage

Closing Date 13 May 2026