Nsfas Vacancies

Nsfas Vacancies: Nsfas Application 2023

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) authorities have offered candidates, whether they are just starting their careers or are seasoned professionals, employment options across a broad spectrum. Visit the institution’s official website to view the NSFAS Vacancies openings for the academic year 2023–2024 and submit an application and also the necessary requirements before the deadline.

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Here is a list of Career Opportunities at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Institution

Applicants are also invited to apply:

Job Specification & Recruiting Profile of Vacancy

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.

1. Position Manager: Policy and Research

• Vacancy No: 14 of 2022/23
• Type & Grade: Market-Related (Permanent)
• Department & Unit: Office of the Chief Executive Officer

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The purpose of the job is to support the Executives and Senior Management by tracking, analysing and synthesizing corporate/government policy developments (both local and global) and sector-specific insights and research that will potentially be a vital tool for strategic interventions, future funding opportunities and longer-term policy decisions around financial aid.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to Strategic Development for the Department
• Provide input into the strategy for the department/section.
• Develop and maintain relevant policies & procedures.
• Prepare and implement the annual policy and research strategy to support the overall strategic aims and objectives.
• Facilitate the development of the policy and research strategy, annual plans and policies.
• Conduct a review of policy and research strategy, annual plans and policies.
• Oversee the implementation of the service unit plans.
• Develop and lead a coherent and coordinated policy and research programme that supports NSFAS to grow its influence and visibility.
• Develop, deliver and review NSFAS national campaigns as appropriate working closely with them.
• Ensure the correct approval processes are followed and implemented by working with the CEO and the Board. Nsfas Application 2023

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• NQF level 9
• 10 years experience in public policy and research environment
• Knowledge of Higher Education, TVET Colleges, government strategic priorities with respect to the post-school education and training environment; the NSFAS Act and PFMA
• At least 5 years of specialist research or research project leadership experience
• Evidence of advanced writing skills – either in peer-reviewed and non-peer reviewed publications, a minimum of 10 required (including research papers in journals, papers presented at
• conferences, chapters in published books, and books)
• Experience in research on funding of postgraduate students

Preferred:

• NQF level 10
• 2-5 years of working experience in funding postgraduate students
• Academically and conceptually strong report-writing skills, evidenced through publication history
• Ability to operate in a pressured environment with creativity, initiative, accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise competing tasks and deliverables
• Demonstrate a collaborative ability and willingness to accept guidance from team members
• Ability to present complex information and adapt analysis to specified formats within deadlines
• Strong leadership that exhibits an internal locus of control
• Able to work independently, as well as within a team
• Able to work under pressure and display initiative
• Able to engage at executive and strategic levels with executives

PLEASE NOTE

• Closing date: 17 February 2023

Interested applicants must complete an Employment Application Form available on the NSFAS website together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic qualifications, and names of three contactable referees to Ms. Fayroes Sherry via email at jobs@nsfas.org.za.

NSFAS does not consider late applications. Staff on Leave must ensure that they check the NSFAS portals for advertised vacancies and familiarize themselves with the respective closing dates. NSFAS only corresponds with Shortlisted Candidates. If you do not hear from NSFAS within 2 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Please note the following contact details are for enquiries about JOB CONTENT ONLY and NOT for application purposes. Enquiries: Email: fayroess@nsfas.org.za

 

2. Position: Manager: Planning and Performance

• Vacancy No: 15 of 2022/23
• Type & Grade: Market-Related (Permanent)
• Department & Unit: Strategic Enablement

POSITION OVERVIEW:

To support the executive team with the development of strategic and operational planning, monitoring and evaluation process and performance against predetermined key measurable objectives and standards in line with relevant legislation and prescripts to the achievement of the student-centric model. Nsfas Application 2023

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Policy, Systems & Procedure Development
• Core Strategic Objectives Development
• Performance Management and Ethics
• People Management & Ethical Leadership
• Stakeholder Management & Relationships
• Project Management & Leadership
• Budget optimisation
• Risk, Compliance Monitoring & Evaluation
• Information & Knowledge Management
• Reporting & Accountability

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 7 in Business Administration, Public Policy, Audit or related fields
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite Driver’s License
• Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and Government Planning Processes & Cycle.
• Knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation Guidelines/Frameworks on Strategic Planning, Management of Performance Information and MPAT.
• Knowledge of the Parliamentary processes and timelines related to the strategic planning cycle and Auditor General compliance and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of performance management reporting, Key Performance Indicators and Balanced Scorecards.
• Knowledge of strategic planning processes, execution and monitoring
• 10 Years’ plus experience in the strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation environment, performance management or audit of these fields, of which 5 years should be at a management level
• Solid project management Skills
• Solid knowledge of the higher education sector

Preferred:

• NQF Level 8 in Business Administration, Public Policy, Audit or related fields
• Computer literacy – Advanced MS Package Suite
• Driver’s License

PLEASE NOTE

• Closing date: 17 February 2023

Interested applicants must complete an Employment Application Form available on the NSFAS website together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic qualifications, and names of three contactable referees to Ms. Fayroes Sherry via email at jobs@nsfas.org.za.

NSFAS does not consider late applications. Staff on Leave must ensure that they check the NSFAS portals for advertised vacancies and familiarize themselves with the respective closing dates. NSFAS only corresponds with Shortlisted Candidates. If you do not hear from NSFAS within 2 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Nsfas Application 2023

Please note the following contact details are for enquiries about JOB CONTENT ONLY and NOT for application purposes. Enquiries: Email: fayroess@nsfas.org.za

 

3. Position: NSFAS Board Committee Secretariat (Permanent)

• Vacancy No: 16 of 2022/23
• Type & Grade: Market-Related
• Department & Unit: Office of the Chief Executive Officer and the Board

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The primary purpose of the position is to provide the full range of secretariat, governance, and compliance support to ensure the effective functioning of the Management Committee (Mancom) and various Board Subcommittees in accordance with legislative requirements and corporate governance best practices. The successful incumbent will be responsible for monitoring compliance by adhering to applicable laws and regulations, committee decisions and resolutions.

Co-ordinating procedural requirements associated with the provision of a Committee Secretariat service through the planning of schedules for meetings and allocations, monitoring the delivery of quality reports and accurately recorded minutes of proceedings and communicating across a broad spectrum, to disseminate information and/or guidance on policy and procedural compliance issues concerning discussions and decision-making

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Secretariat Operations

• Organise and prepare agendas and papers for relevant committees, as assigned
• Prepare and collate Committee Packs
• Manage the scheduling of all meetings
• Together with the Chair of that committee, organise the committee’s annual plan in terms of its mandate, and actively manage this plan to ensure compliance with the committee’s terms of reference and legislation.
• Take accurate minutes and distribute them within agreed timelines, draft accurate resolutions for signature, maintain signed resolutions and minutes, and maintain an auditable filing system
• Draft accurate and complete follow-up actions arising from meetings
• Communicate matters arising and action items to action owners and follow up on actions within agreed timelines
• Maintain statutory records, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries, as appropriate
• Monitor cycle times, triggering renewed committee and board memberships, where appropriate
• Deal with relevant correspondence and collate information and distribute information as directed accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action
• Execute any other duties as may be determined from time to time

Governance and Compliance

• Remain abreast with technical professional development matters
• Remain abreast with organizational changes
• Need to make sure that the policies are reviewed and approved by the Board Sub-committee when required
• Need to maintain a governance register

Stakeholder Management

• Work collaboratively with stakeholders both internal and external to achieve outcomes

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• B Com Law or LLB
• Professional or Advanced qualification through Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa or working towards achieving CGISA(CSSA) qualification or equivalent or with extensive experience as a Company or Committee Secretariat.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in company secretarial, governance, legal or regulatory environment
• Previous demonstrated experience of having worked at the Board and Executive level
• Experience in the field of corporate governance with a strong understanding of Secretariat processes & governance in both the public and private sectors
• Overall knowledge of primary legislation applicable. Companies Act, King IV & associated statutes & regulatory framework

Beneficial skills and experience:

• Overall knowledge of primary legislation applicable, such as the PFMA, Companies Act, King IV & associated statutes and regulatory frameworks
• Chartered Institute of Secretaries (CIS) membership / Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa. Nsfas Vacancies

PLEASE NOTE

Closing date: 17 February 2023

Interested applicants must complete an Employment Application Form available on the NSFAS website together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic qualifications, and names of three contactable referees to Ms. Fayroes Sherry via email at jobs@nsfas.org.za. NSFAS does not consider late applications.

Staff on Leave must ensure that they check the NSFAS portals for advertised vacancies and familiarize themselves with the respective closing dates. NSFAS only corresponds with Shortlisted Candidates. If you do not hear from NSFAS within 2 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Nsfas Application 2023

Please note the following contact details are for enquiries about JOB CONTENT ONLY and NOT for application purposes. Enquiries: Email: fayroess@nsfas.org.za

Please Click to download the pdf for the Vacancy at NSFAS within the academic year 2023.

Nsfas Application 2023

 

Contact Information for National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)

For general, student and NSFAS Wallet enquiries

For all other queries regarding students:

• Physical Address: The Halyard, 4 Christiaan Barnard St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001
• Tel No.: 08000 67327
• Email: info@nsfas.org.za

For more information, visit the official website;

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