Head Of Fund Management Gauteng - University of Johannesburg - Gauteng

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor's vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”. Job Description: The Postgraduate School (PGS) invites applications for the position of Head of the Postgraduate Fund Management unit within the Postgraduate School. This post requires a detail-oriented mind to manage postgraduate funding through adherence to governance requirements and providing holistic support to postgraduate students and postdoctoral research fellows at the University of Johannesburg. Responsibilities: Managing postgraduate and postdoctoral research fellowship funds from internal and external sources (including timeous disbursement of funds while adhering to compliance requirements). Mitigation of risks linked to management of funds. Ensuring the compliance of PGS and various stakeholders within the university to policies (such as USAf PDRF policy) and governance requirements. Growth of postgraduate funding opportunities. Management of bursary application processes (including advertisement of bursary calls and submission of high-quality submissions to external funders). Reporting of finances to various bodies. Streamlining of processes while adhering to governance requirements. Liaising with stakeholders to ensure best practices in relation to fund management processes. Postgraduate qualification in Finance or equivalent (NQF 9). Minimum of 5 years' working experience in finance administration at management level within a tertiary environment. Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Proven advanced experience with full Microsoft Office applications (including Excel, Word, and SharePoint). Knowledge of university systems and standard procedures. Management of administrative elements in an office. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures. Analytical thinking. Strong attention to detail. Ability to manage and lead a team in maintaining meticulous records and adhering to processes. Strong interpersonal relationships Recommendations: Previous exposure to various external funders and their funding opportunities. Previous exposure to management of postdoctoral research fellowships. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Grace Leung at Tel: (011) 559 3781 Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Ms Nozuko Mazibuko (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 4690 Apply Now

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