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NATIONAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID SCHEME (NSFAS) VACANCIES
NATIONAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID SCHEME (NSFAS)
The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
MANAGER: PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE
Type & Grade: Market Related (Permanent)
Vacancy No: 12 of 2022/23
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Policy, Systems & Procedure Development
• Participate in the development and alignment of the organisational policy(ies), guidelines, and procedures across multiple disciplines to planning and performance strategic objectives.
Core Strategic Objectives Development
• Participate in the development and reviews of the NSFAS strategic planning processes and quality improvements.
• Participate in the development of Annual Performance Plans (APP), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quarterly Performance Reports.
• Participate in the APPs and KPIs approval process and their tabling before the Parliamentary Committee.
• Support the Senior Management team with annual reviews of strategic, annual performance and operational plans.
• Conduct research on best planning and performance approaches for the organisation.
People Management & Ethical Leadership
• Manage and/or delegate participation in the recruitment and selection of unit vacancies in line with EE targets.
• Lead and manage the unit team to achieve the set and agreed programmes.
• Direct, inspire, coach and mentor subordinates to deliver quality programmes in line with NSFAS Values.
• Lead and manage the individual performance contracting and review process for sub-units.
• Lead and manage all disciplinary matters of sub-units related to performance and conduct issues.
Stakeholder Management & Relationships
• Participate in the preparation of strategic reporting and presentation to the Board, National Treasury, DHET and the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluations.
• Facilitate the organisational planning and performance reporting with the internal and external stakeholders.
Project Management & Leadership
• Manage and supervise the projects to address identified needs.
• Analyse and interpret project reports on completion of the project to evaluate return on investment and to inform decision-making in the unit.
Budget optimisation
• Participate in budget forecast for administrative activities and projects.
• Participate in budget expenditure review in line with core activities and projects.
Compliance Monitoring & Evaluation
• Develop the compliance reporting calendar for internal stakeholders.
• Lead and manage the plans and processes that support the implementation of identified key controls and established risk mitigation procedures.
• Analyse and improve the audit, risk and compliance outlook in the planning and performance.
• Assess organisational performance against set targets and advise on remedial actions.
Information & Knowledge Management
• Collaborate with stakeholders to build systems that enable the management of data obtained from different sources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to use their experience, education and understanding to obtain knowledge from this information.
Reporting & Accountability
• Report on strategic KPIs progress.
• Report on the unit operational plan progress.
• Report on quarterly and annual performance in line with the EQPRS system and Treasury guidelines and instructions.
• Report on internal and external audits and risk.
• Coordinate the submission of external and external auditors’ performance requests.
• Facilitate the departmental implementation of audit findings in line with the audit report.
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 Scorecard.
• Knowledge of strategic planning processes, execution and monitoring
• 10 Years’ 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
• Advanced Project Management Skills
• Advanced 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
• 15 Years’ experience in the strategic planning environment of which 10 years should be at a Management level
• Advanced Project Management Skills
• Advanced knowledge of the Higher Education Sector
Skill and Competencies:
• Strategic and Visionary
• Project Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Data Analysis
• Presentation Skills
• Goal Orientation skills
• Influential and Advocacy
• Systems and IT flair
• Problem Solving
• Report Writing
• Innovative
• Analytical
• Interpersonal
• Negotiation
• Conflict Management
REMUNERATION & BENEFITS
Remuneration Package: NSFAS offer a Competitive Remuneration Package.
Total Cost to Company per annum inclusive of all benefits and company contributions.
PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 23 September 2022
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 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
** NSFAS committed to employment equity. Preference will be given to candidates who improve employment equity considerations **
“NSFAS is committed to providing equal opportunities and practicing affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the organisation through filling of this position and candidates whose appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. “
The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
MANAGER: PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE
Type & Grade: Market Related (Permanent)
Vacancy No: 12 of 2022/23
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Policy, Systems & Procedure Development
• Participate in the development and alignment of the organisational policy(ies), guidelines, and procedures across multiple disciplines to planning and performance strategic objectives.
Core Strategic Objectives Development
• Participate in the development and reviews of the NSFAS strategic planning processes and quality improvements.
• Participate in the development of Annual Performance Plans (APP), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quarterly Performance Reports.
• Participate in the APPs and KPIs approval process and their tabling before the Parliamentary Committee.
• Support the Senior Management team with annual reviews of strategic, annual performance and operational plans.
• Conduct research on best planning and performance approaches for the organisation.
People Management & Ethical Leadership
• Manage and/or delegate participation in the recruitment and selection of unit vacancies in line with EE targets.
• Lead and manage the unit team to achieve the set and agreed programmes.
• Direct, inspire, coach and mentor subordinates to deliver quality programmes in line with NSFAS Values.
• Lead and manage the individual performance contracting and review process for sub-units.
• Lead and manage all disciplinary matters of sub-units related to performance and conduct issues.
Stakeholder Management & Relationships
• Participate in the preparation of strategic reporting and presentation to the Board, National Treasury, DHET and the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluations.
• Facilitate the organisational planning and performance reporting with the internal and external stakeholders.
Project Management & Leadership
• Manage and supervise the projects to address identified needs.
• Analyse and interpret project reports on completion of the project to evaluate return on investment and to inform decision-making in the unit.
Budget optimisation
• Participate in budget forecast for administrative activities and projects.
• Participate in budget expenditure review in line with core activities and projects.
Compliance Monitoring & Evaluation
• Develop the compliance reporting calendar for internal stakeholders.
• Lead and manage the plans and processes that support the implementation of identified key controls and established risk mitigation procedures.
• Analyse and improve the audit, risk and compliance outlook in the planning and performance.
• Assess organisational performance against set targets and advise on remedial actions.
Information & Knowledge Management
• Collaborate with stakeholders to build systems that enable the management of data obtained from different sources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to use their experience, education and understanding to obtain knowledge from this information.
Reporting & Accountability
• Report on strategic KPIs progress.
• Report on the unit operational plan progress.
• Report on quarterly and annual performance in line with the EQPRS system and Treasury guidelines and instructions.
• Report on internal and external audits and risk.
• Coordinate the submission of external and external auditors’ performance requests.
• Facilitate the departmental implementation of audit findings in line with the audit report.
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 Scorecard.
• Knowledge of strategic planning processes, execution and monitoring
• 10 Years’ 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
• Advanced Project Management Skills
• Advanced 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
• 15 Years’ experience in the strategic planning environment of which 10 years should be at a Management level
• Advanced Project Management Skills
• Advanced knowledge of the Higher Education Sector
Skill and Competencies:
• Strategic and Visionary
• Project Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Data Analysis
• Presentation Skills
• Goal Orientation skills
• Influential and Advocacy
• Systems and IT flair
• Problem Solving
• Report Writing
• Innovative
• Analytical
• Interpersonal
• Negotiation
• Conflict Management
REMUNERATION & BENEFITS
Remuneration Package: NSFAS offer a Competitive Remuneration Package.
Total Cost to Company per annum inclusive of all benefits and company contributions.
PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 23 September 2022
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 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
** NSFAS committed to employment equity. Preference will be given to candidates who improve employment equity considerations **
“NSFAS is committed to providing equal opportunities and practicing affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the organisation through filling of this position and candidates whose appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. “
The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
NSFAS BOARD COMMITTEE SECRETARIAT
Type & Grade: Market Related (Permanent)
Vacancy No: 13 of 2022/23
Department & Unit: Office of the Chief Executive Officer and the Board
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The main purpose of the job is to schedule and coordinate Board Committee meetings for all committees and subcommittees within NSFAS. The position is secondly responsible for the completion of Board meeting administration tasks and compiling Board Member remuneration records.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Management of Board Committee Calendar
• Draft the Board and sub-Committee calendar at the beginning of each year presented and approved by the Board.
• Schedule all Board and sub-Committee meetings based on statutory requirements as and when required.
• Schedule all Executive Board Meetings monthly.
• Schedule other quarterly Board meetings as and when required by the Committee.
• Manage and oversee the calendar of Committee members.
Complete Board Meeting Administration
• Arrange, on an ongoing basis, the induction of new Board members for NSFAS.
• Draft and review, on an annual basis, the Board Charter and Terms of Reference for each Committee Member per Board subcommittee meeting, to ensure that there is a proper mandate for the authority of each member.
• Design the workplan for each Board Sub-Committee at the beginning of the year to ensure compliance with the relevant statutory requirements and the terms of reference deliverable.
• Ensure the workplan is sent for review and approval from the Committee.
• Draft and prepare the agenda items and preparation packs (attendance and minutes from previous meeting) for Board meetings.
• Send agenda of quarterly Board meetings for approval by the Chairperson of the Committee.
• Issue appointment letters to the newly appointed Board co-opted members and Board sub-Committees members.
• Maintain attendance records of all Board and sub-Committee meetings.
• Maintain training and professional development plan for the Board and its implementation.
• Follow up on matters arising from previous meeting to ensure that they have been actioned and give feedback to the Board.
Compile Board Member Remuneration
• Compile a record of Board member remuneration based on meetings attended by members, and hourly and day rates of Board members.
• Complete the individual pay form and send to the Board member for signature.
• Send the signed individual pay forms for approval and payment.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:
• 3 years National Diploma/Degree in Business/ Law or Administration.
• 4 to 5 years’ experience in Company Secretary, Legal, Governance or Regulatory Environment with at least 3 years’ experience as a Committee Secretariat or related position.
Preferred skills and experience:
• Board Secretariat Certification
• Over 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
Skills and Competencies:
• Stress tolerance
• People management
• Multi-tasking
• Planning skills
• Organisational skills
• Execution skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management
Computer skills required:
• MS Word – Intermediate
• MS Excel – Intermediate
• MS Power Point – Intermediate
• MS Outlook – Intermediate
REMUNERATION & BENEFITS
Remuneration Package: NSFAS offer a Competitive Remuneration Package.
Total Cost to Company per annum inclusive of all benefits and company contributions.
PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 23 September 2022
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 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
** NSFAS committed to employment equity. Preference will be given to candidates who improve employment equity considerations **
“NSFAS is committed to providing equal opportunities and practicing affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the organisation through filling of this position and candidates whose appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. “