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SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY (SMU) VACANCIES
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY (SMU)
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
PAYROLL ADMINISTRATION (2 POSTS)
(24 months contract)
REF: Payroll/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Accounting; Finance or equivalent (attach transcript)
• New entrants into Finance or Payroll environment (in other words you must not have worked or held a Finance or Payroll internship before)
• Basic understanding of payroll administration
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Assist in capturing and verifying payroll data including unpaid leave, claims, payments and deductions
• Support the preparation of monthly payroll input and reconciliation reports
• Help with the distribution of payslips and responding to basic payroll queries from employees
• Assist in processing terminations, new appointments, and allowances
• Ensure that all payroll transactions comply with tax laws, UIF, SDL, and relevant labour legislation
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records and filing
• Support audit readiness by organising payroll documentation and responding to audit queries
• Assist in reconciling third-party payments (e.g. pension fund, SARS, medical aid)
• Help prepare payroll journals for submission to the finance department
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment9@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
PAYROLL ADMINISTRATION (2 POSTS)
(24 months contract)
REF: Payroll/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Accounting; Finance or equivalent (attach transcript)
• New entrants into Finance or Payroll environment (in other words you must not have worked or held a Finance or Payroll internship before)
• Basic understanding of payroll administration
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Assist in capturing and verifying payroll data including unpaid leave, claims, payments and deductions
• Support the preparation of monthly payroll input and reconciliation reports
• Help with the distribution of payslips and responding to basic payroll queries from employees
• Assist in processing terminations, new appointments, and allowances
• Ensure that all payroll transactions comply with tax laws, UIF, SDL, and relevant labour legislation
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records and filing
• Support audit readiness by organising payroll documentation and responding to audit queries
• Assist in reconciling third-party payments (e.g. pension fund, SARS, medical aid)
• Help prepare payroll journals for submission to the finance department
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment9@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITION
EMPLOYEE WELLNESS (1 POST)
(24 months contract)
REF: Wellness/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Human Resources Management with speciality in Organisational and Industrial Psychology, or a related Social Sciences field with speciality in Employee Wellness or any equivalent qualification (attach transcript)
• New entrants into the HR or Employee Wellness environment (in other words you must not have worked or held an HR internship before)
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Assist in planning and coordinating employee wellness programmes and awareness campaigns
• Support the implementation of health and wellness initiatives (e.g. mental health, chronic illness, financial, and fitness)
• Maintain accurate records of wellness activities, attendance, and employee participation
• Assist in preparing wellness-related communication materials and resources
• Gather and summarise feedback from wellness initiatives to support reporting and improvement
• Conduct research on current employee wellness trends and contribute ideas for new initiatives
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment6@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITION
EMPLOYEE WELLNESS (1 POST)
(24 months contract)
REF: Wellness/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Human Resources Management with speciality in Organisational and Industrial Psychology, or a related Social Sciences field with speciality in Employee Wellness or any equivalent qualification (attach transcript)
• New entrants into the HR or Employee Wellness environment (in other words you must not have worked or held an HR internship before)
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Assist in planning and coordinating employee wellness programmes and awareness campaigns
• Support the implementation of health and wellness initiatives (e.g. mental health, chronic illness, financial, and fitness)
• Maintain accurate records of wellness activities, attendance, and employee participation
• Assist in preparing wellness-related communication materials and resources
• Gather and summarise feedback from wellness initiatives to support reporting and improvement
• Conduct research on current employee wellness trends and contribute ideas for new initiatives
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment6@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (2 POSTS)
(24 months contract)
REF: OD/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Industrial/Organisational Psychology, Human Resources, Organisational Development or equivalent (attach transcript)
• New entrants into the HR environment (in other words you must not have worked or held an HR internship before)
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Support the coordination and implementation of organisational development initiatives
• Assist in administering and analysing employee engagement and culture surveys
• Provide administrative support during performance management processes
• Help organise training and development activities, including attendance and feedback
• Assist with job profiling and role clarification processes
• Conduct research on OD best practices and trends to inform internal projects
• Maintain accurate records and assist with the preparation of reports and presentations
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment7@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (2 POSTS)
(24 months contract)
REF: OD/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Industrial/Organisational Psychology, Human Resources, Organisational Development or equivalent (attach transcript)
• New entrants into the HR environment (in other words you must not have worked or held an HR internship before)
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Support the coordination and implementation of organisational development initiatives
• Assist in administering and analysing employee engagement and culture surveys
• Provide administrative support during performance management processes
• Help organise training and development activities, including attendance and feedback
• Assist with job profiling and role clarification processes
• Conduct research on OD best practices and trends to inform internal projects
• Maintain accurate records and assist with the preparation of reports and presentations
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment7@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITION
HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION (2 POSTS)
(24 months contract)
Ref: HRA/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS:
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology or any equivalent qualification (attach transcript).
• New entrants into the HR (in other words you must not have worked or held an HR internship before).
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Assist with recruitment and selection processes, including scheduling interviews and preparing interview packs
• Maintain and update employee records both digitally and in hard copy
• Assist in responding to employee queries and redirecting matters to relevant HR officers
• Support the filing and archiving of HR documents
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team, including organising meetings and preparing minutes
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment5@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment
SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
SETA SPECIAL DISPENSATION
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:
INTERNSHIP POSITION
REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS (1 POST)
(24 months contract)
REF: REM/BGM/Intern
Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market.
The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the field of Human Resources and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Accounting; Human Resource Management; Finance; Economics or equivalent (attach transcript)
• New entrants into HR, Remuneration and Benefit environment (in other words you must not have worked or held an HR, Remuneration and Benefit internship before)
• Basic understanding of remuneration structures and benefits schemes
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Must be a South African citizen
COMPETENCIES
• Time management
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
• Client focus
• Result focus
• Stress tolerance
DUTIES
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of salary structures and pay scales
• Support job profiling, evaluation, and grading processes
• Participate in salary benchmarking exercises and help compile related market analysis
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for benefit providers (e.g. medical aid, retirement funds)
• Assist with processing monthly remuneration inputs, including salary adjustments and allowances
• Help prepare remuneration and benefits reports for management decision-making
• Provide first-line support to employees on benefit-related queries, including pensions and medical aid
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), and internal remuneration-related policies
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.
Typed applications documents (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be emailed to Ms BG Mbanjwa, by email to hr.recruitment8@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) 521-3071
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.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment