The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) plays a pivotal role in shaping South Africa’s educational landscape, particularly in bridging the gap between school and the workforce. Among its many functions, the management of student financial aid stands out as a critical pillar in ensuring inclusive access to higher education. To strengthen its bursary administration capacity, DHET is inviting dynamic, service-driven individuals to apply for Bursary Officer vacancies—a rewarding career opportunity to be part of South Africa’s transformation through education.
POSTS: BURSARY OFFICER (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07), (plus benefits)
CENTRE :
- Ermelo Campus Ref No: GSC52/2025
- Central Office Ref No: GSC53/2025
REQUIREMENTS :
- A Degree or National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Financial Management or Equivalent Qualification,
- A minimum of one (1) year work experience in Financial Management or Bursary Management,
- A valid Driver’s licence.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of CET and PSET, Knowledge of PSA and PSR, 2016,
- Knowledge of PFMA and Departmental policies,
- Knowledge of ITS, Basic knowledge of 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, DORA, PSA, PSR,PPPFA, Financial Manual),
- Knowledge of basic financial operating systems (ITS etc.).
Skills:
- Computer skills
- Planning and organizing, Language, Good verbal and written communication
- Basic numeracy skills, Ability to perform routine tasks, Ability to operate office equipment,
- Flexibility, Interpersonal Relations, Accuracy.
DUTIES :
- Coordinate student bursary schemes and financial aid administrative support services,
- Administer the bursary and financial aid schemes application processes in line with NSFAS guidelines, funder MOU/SLA and policies,
- Create bursary fund on the ITS system,
- Create bursary applications and Estimates on ITS system,
- Coordinate the authorization of disbursement funds,
- Facilitate of other financial aid schemes i.e WRSETA, HWSETA etc,
- Allocate bursary remittances on the ITS System,
- Assist in Audit ,
- Reconcile the financial aid accounts,
- And any other related duties.
ENQUIRIES : Mr BJ Dlongolo Tel No: (017) 712 9040
APPLICATIONS :
The Acting Human Resource Manager; Gert Sibande TVET College; P. O. Box 3475; Standerton, 2430, email: applications@gscollege.edu.za or Hand delivered to: 18a Beyers Naude Street, Standerton, 2430.
NOTE :
Applicants must submit a fully completed and officially signed New Z83 form and a comprehensive CV when applying for a post, at least three contactable work- related references. Candidates will be contacted to submit originally certified copies of all qualification before an interview, including academic records, ID document and valid driver’s licence not older than 6 months, if drivers licence is required in terms of the requirements of the post. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.
Applicants should submit separate Z83 and CV where more than one post is applied for. Selected candidates will be subjected to vetting process and personnel suitability check in terms of minimum information security standard. The College reserves the right to verify any information received in applications. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered. Submission of fraudulent documentation and canvassing or College staff will immediately disqualify the candidate. Should you not receive any response from us within 60 days after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Post reference number should be indicated on the application.
CLOSING DATE : 04 July 2025 (at 13h00 sharp)
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Why You Should Consider This Role
Working as a Bursary Officer gives you a unique opportunity to impact lives directly by facilitating access to higher education for students who might otherwise be excluded due to financial constraints. This role blends administration and advocacy, allowing you to be both an organizer and a change agent in South Africa’s ongoing mission to expand educational access
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