SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY (SMU) VACANCIES

​DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is on a renewal path with exciting and unique opportunities to shape the training of medical and other health professionals, and scientists in general. We are on a vigorous campaign to attract top talent to join our exciting journey, as reflected in the opportunities below. 
 
HEAD: ASSET MANAGEMENT SERVICES (1 POST) 
Ref: 120/2024/NGM/P7 
The University is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual who will be responsible for supporting the Deputy Director: Assets and Stores through the management of the Asset section, user education and training and reporting. The incumbent reports to the Deputy Director: Assets and Stores and must meet the requirements and competencies and be responsible for the key performance areas listed below: 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
• Honours Degree in Accounting/Finance 
• Five (5) to eight (8) years related experience in Asset Management Services, of which three (3) was at a supervisory level. 
• SAICA/CIMA/ACCA qualification will be an added advantage 
• High level proficiency in utilising the different software solutions, including MS Excel and other common Asset Management Software Packages 
• Valid Driver’s license code 10 (C1) 
 
COMPETENCIES
• Technical / professional knowledge of asset lifecycle management 
• Resource management 
• People management, including performance management 
• Interpersonal relationships 
• Quality assurance and risk management 
• Corporate governance 
• Decision-making and problem solving 
• Communication and presentation skills 
• Mentoring and leadership skills 
• Risk management and compliance 
• Client/Student orientation 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
• Ensure reconciliation of the fixed assets register to the general ledger control accounts 
• Authorize and record disposals. Evaluate asset lifecycles annually. 
• Ensure that disposal of assets are properly authorized and recorded in the general ledger and that the necessary entries are processed in the fixed asset register 
• Facilitate training for relevant staff on asset management policies, procedures and protocols. Design annual training calendars and collect feedback from participants 
• Ensure job descriptions are regularly updated for all positions 
• Ensure fair allocation of workloads 
• Take responsibility for new staff induction 
• Take responsibility for performance agreements for staff 
• Manage staff training, development, mentoring and coaching 
• Manage employment relations (grievance, discipline and conflict resolution) 
• Administer leave for staff 
• Proactively identify and address risks related to asset management 
• Implement internal controls to mitigate identified risks 
• Conduct regular audits and ensure compliance 
• Administer general insurance functions including handling claims and communicating with insurers 
• Ensure timely submission of claims and follow-ups on repudiated claims 
• Perform any other official duties as directed by the line manager

Closing date: 13 December 2024 
 
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered. 
 
Typed applications (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be forwarded, for the attention of Ms NG Motsamai on e-mail, to hr.recruitment3@smu.ac.za
 
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents/information will result in your application not being considered. 
 
Telephonic enquiries regarding conditions of service: (012) 521-3893 
 
The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 
 
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date must consider their applications as unsuccessful.