NWU Vacancies

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1. Senior Programmer
2. Senior Manager: Student Counselling and Development
3. PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR
4. Clinical Preceptor
5. Senior Committee Coordinator
6. Candidate Legal Practitioner
7. LIBRARIAN – CATALOGUING
8. Senior Developer
9. Attorney
10. Senior Payroll Officer

Senior Programmer

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Design, development, and implementation of computer software

•  Design of databases, services and user interface of applications; part of the packaging and release team of systems,
•  Design of the graphics and styling structure, documentation of help guides,
•  Training procedures, testing procedures and readme files of systems
•  Optimization of systems
•  Ensure best possible solutions for unforeseen issues relating to the system/software
•  Technical assistance.

Maintenance of existing software

• Integration of data into existing systems
•  Active forum member for requests and bug-fixing; technical assistance
• Evaluation of systems/software and bug-fixing; updating of relevant documentation.

Resource and product development

• General development of systems
•  Applications, core technologies and text resources, including research

Minimum requirements

•  Grade 12 or equivalent qualification (NQF level 4)
•  A bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma or relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or other related field (NQF level 7).

EXPERIENCE:

•  A minimum of 3 years’ experience in computer engineering or computer science or system/software development
•  A minimum of 3 years’ programming experience in Java, and at least one of the following languages, PERL, Python, R, PHP, C, C , or C#. 

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)

•  Design, development, and implementation of new computer systems.
•  Maintenance of existing computer systems.
•  Implementation of resource development.
•  Experience in the use of different operating systems, among which Windows and Linux.
•  Advanced computer literacy skills.
•  Knowledge of general programming concepts and databases
•  Ability to master new software with ease
•  Scientific writing style

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

•  The ability to function as part of a team and adapt to its work method, and to work independently.
•  Creative problem-solving capabilities.
•  Must be able to prioritise, manage and complete a variety of tasks in line with CTexT’s goals.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                            Jason Neumann on 018 299 1022

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:        Mr Byron Louw on 018 285 2304

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                               31 May 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                                    As soon as possible

Senior Manager: Student Counselling and Development

Job description

The purpose of the position is the management of Student Counselling and Development in order to ensure optimal psycho-social support to students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.    Strategy Implementation

• Provide strategic leadership in order to assist in the development and execution of institutional policies.
• Guide Student Counselling and Development to approach Student Life and student value proposition to materialise and reflect the NWU strategy, its multi-campus nature, and national imperatives.

2.    Student Counselling and Development Management and Operation

• Operational management of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Manage and develop members of staff by means of the Performance Management System.
• Development of a balanced equity staff profile.
• Supervision and management of all sub-units of Student Counselling and Development and their activities.
• Conduct and direct facilities, events, programmes, and structures that would enable student participation to enhance delivery of rounded and balanced students and future leaders.

3.    Financial Management

• Budget allocation to respective sub-units of Student Counselling and Development on the Vanderbijlpark Campus.
• Operation financial management on campus level.

4.    Representation

• Liaise with Faculty, Academic Schools, and Departments.
• Represent Student Counselling and Development on various Committees and Councils.

5.    Assessment, Counselling and Therapeutic Interventions

• Provide assessments, counselling, and therapeutic interventions to students.

6.    Coordination

• Participate in coordination of Student Counselling and Development services across the various campuses of NWU

Minimum requirements

MINIMUM REUIREMENTS 

• Applied Master’s degree in one of the following registrations: Industrial Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology or Educational Psychology (NQF9) with specialisation in Psycho-Social Interventions (Essential|)
• Registration with the HPCSA as an Industrial Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologist or Educational Psychologist (Essential)
• Membership of the Southern African Association for Counselling and Development in Higher Education (SAACDHE) (Desirable)
• 3 years’ managerial experience (Essential)
• 4 years’ post internship experience of Psychotherapeutic interventions (Essential)

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Experience in budget and financial management
• Experience in governance and operational management
• Experience in planning and task allocation (active and proactive planning.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Good administrative and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent interpersonal and people skills
• Good conflict management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective staff management and development skills and the ability to build and sustain a strong and effective team.

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

Enquiries regarding Job Content may be directed to: Chris Williams on email: Chris.Williams@nwu.ac.za Tel: (016) 910 3229

Closing Date: 28 June 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 July 2024

PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The project coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring that projects are executed smoothly and efficiently management.  Supporting the project manager and team members in various administrative, organizational, and logistical tasks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.    Communication
2.    Project Coordination
3.    Project Finance
4.    Database management
5.    Adhoc tasks

Minimum requirements

•    Diploma (NQF6) or equivalent in the relevant field.
•    Two (2) years’ experience in project coordination.
•    Formal training in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet, various applicable systems e.g. Management Information System.
•    Records management experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
•    Experience working on the Kuali Financial System (KFS).
•    Experience liaising with international partners.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
•    Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, office procedures and terminology.
•    Knowledge of principles for providing customer and personal services.
•    Project management skills.
•    Financial administration and budgeting.
•    Effective time management.
•    Confident and efficient in using a range of software packages, including MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Teams).
•    Ability to effectively liaise and communicate with the project partners.
•    Excellent English reading and writing skills. 
•    Ability to prioritise ongoing administrative tasks and manage own time well, meet deadlines and delegate to team members where applicable.
•    Attention to detail.
•    Conference/ workshop/ meeting organisation and coordination.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
•    Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
•    Discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
•    Demonstration of language proficiency in order to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU.

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. 

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Esmarie Strydom on 016 910 3064
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Moratuwa Motsemme on 018 299 4958
CLOSING DATE: 31 May 2024
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 June 2024 

Clinical Preceptor

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Facilitation of teaching and learning of the undergraduate nursing students in simulation and clinical areas. The preceptor will be required to supervise, guide, support, mentor and teach clinical skills to the nursing students. Key performance area includes facilitation of clinical teaching and learning of undergraduate students, simulation lab activities, records management and professional development of nursing students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and learning:

• Facilitation of Teaching and Learning activities in the simulation laboratory of the undergraduate programme.
• Clinical accompaniment of students in clinical facilities.
• Employment of a variety of teaching and learning strategies.
• Implementation of clinical assessment strategies to determine learner competencies.
• Record keeping of clinical teaching of students.
• Plan and implement clinical program according to university schedule.
• Coaching and mentoring of students in clinical learning environment.
• Support with teaching and learning of research module of the undergraduate students.

Research:

• Supervision of research in undergraduate.
• Participation in NuMiQ research activities.
• Conduct own Postgraduate studies.

Social responsibilities:

• Participation in community engagement projects to the benefit of community health and nursing service delivery.

Leadership:

• Support and guide students in Undergraduate Teaching and Learning.
• Support and assist with clinical nursing programmes.
• Participate in School committees.

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor of Nursing Science (NQF level 8).
• A degree/diploma (NQF level 8) in Nursing Education.
• Professional registration with the South African Nursing Council.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ clinical experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• A Master of Nursing Science (NQF level 9) in Medical and surgical nursing.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Facilitation skills.
• Ethics.
• Problem solving.
• Accountability.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ethics.
• Academic integrity and freedom.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. 

ENQUIRIES REGADING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                          Dr. Rorisang Machailo, Tel No: 018 389-2579

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr. Sello Kgori, Tel No: 018 389-2159

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                        31 May2024

Senior Committee Coordinator

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To effectively supervise the Secretariat operations and staff responsible for Statutory/Faculty committees. To provide adequate committee coordination administration support to assigned committees and to ensure compliance with governance processes.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Committee Coordination of assigned committees:

Responsible for committee coordination of assigned committees (high level committees e.g. council committees) as per the workload matrix:

• Pre-meeting tasks
• Agenda compilation
• Minuting of meetings
• Report to next level committees.
• Post-meeting tasks
• Records management

Administer and monitor meeting governance processes:

• Assist Head with calculation of self-evaluation results of committees and writing of feedback reports for committees.
• Oversee nomination and election processes of committees of committee coordinators supervised by the position.
• Provide input on the Terms of references of the committees involved in the line of this position.
• Responsible for the role of the Secretariat in the Appointment of Office bearers for the Executive Deans
• Assist the Head with the compilation of the meeting and academic calendars

Supervision of committee coordinators:

Supervise committee coordinators by:

• Being first point of contact for committee coordinators for questions, communication and input
• Supervising the productivity of committee coordinators by checking daily work schedules and adherence to Secretariat work processes
• Training and induction of new committee coordinators
• Quality control of minutes, reports and agendas of the committee coordinators
• Planning workload distribution of subordinates in conjunction with Head and acting as stand-in in cases of emergency.
• Providing Head with first line approval for leave, input on performance management and evaluation and other employee relations processes (discipline, wellness, etc)
• Taking part in recruitment and selection processes for committee coordinators reporting to this position and undertaking the probation process in coordination with the Head

Adhoc

• Participate in Secretariat management processes as required by the Head and Director, e.g. participation in quality processes, risk management, BCP management, etc
• Undertake work-related tasks as assigned by the Head or Director

OHS Compliance:

• Comply with the OHS policy and requirements of the NWU.

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification (NQF 7).
• A minimum of 3 years’ committee coordination experience
• A minimum of 2 years supervision experience. 

KEY FUNCTIONAL AND BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of governance processes and applicable legislation (South African Higher Education Act, the NWU Statute, King IV)
• Meeting administration processes and procedures
• Knowledge of records management
• Experience of high-level minuting and report writing 
• Supervision skills
• Knowledge of governance processes and applicable legislation (South African Higher Education Act, the NWU Statute, King IV)
• Diligence
• Detail orientation (focus on accuracy and quality)
• Planning and organising
• Adaptability
• Being proactive
• Conscientiousness
• Interpersonal skills
• Compliance
• Dealing with complexity
• Resilience

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Ms Amanda van der Merwe on 018 299 4607

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Ms Goitsemang Ntsoelengoe on 0182992752

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 7 June 2024

Candidate Legal Practitioner

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The North-West University, Mahikeng Law Clinic(Community Law Centre) is committed to legal education and access to justice. In terms of the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014 a candidate attorney needs to complete practical vocational training in order to be admitted as a legal practitioner. This position is essential to provide legal services to the community and to provide LLB graduates the opportunity to gain access to the legal profession whilst doing community service. The position is funded through external funding. The appointment is made for a fixed-term period of 24 months. And to provide access to justice and legal aid to indigent communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consultation and interviewing clients.
• Court appearances.
• Research.
• Student mentoring.
• Community workshops.
• File management.

Minimum requirements

• An LLB (NQF level 8) in Legal.
• Registered with the Legal Practice Council of North West.
• Professional membership with the Legal Practice Council of North West.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• A minimum of one (1) year Law Clinic experience.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Typing, Microsoft, Excel.
• Good communication skills.
• Research.
• Interviewing skills.
• Consultation skills.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Teamwork and effective communication.
• Respect, mutual trust and openness. 
• Integrity, ethics and professionalism in service. 
• Passion, commitment and work ethics as attributes.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. 

ENQUIRIES REGADING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                          Mr. Simon Rasikhalela, Tel No: 018 389-2030/2314

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Ms. Innocentia Mphuthi, Tel No: 018 389-2457

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                        31 May 2024

LIBRARIAN – CATALOGUING

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The post of Librarian: Cataloguing is responsible for the effective and efficient creation of metadata (bibliographic records), enhancing seamless access to acquired information resources and thus providing information such as creator names, titles and subject terms that describe resources. Enhance the discoverability of both print and digital library resources to library users (students, researchers, lecturers and staff members). The cataloguer is responsible for the original and copy cataloguing in accordance with professional international standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.       Cataloguing:

• Cataloguing of information resources according to international standards.
• Adding library holdings to WorldCat to support the interlibrary loan service.

2.       Classification:

• Classification of information resources according to international standards.
• Provide subject headings and translate into Afrikaans where necessary.

3.       Access points and authority records:

• Formulation of different types of access points according to international standards.
• Verify if authority records are in the library catalogue and if not, add the new authority from WorldCat.
• Continuous updating of existing authority records.

4.       Liaison and reporting:

• Liaison with departmental head and fellow cataloguers.
• Reporting on work outputs to departmental- and division head.

5.       Diverse tasks:

• Attending of meetings, related workshops and conferences.
• Ad hoc tasks as determined by the division head.

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor of Library Science or Bachelor of Information Science degree or a bachelor’s degree in any field of study with a postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Science.
• Membership with the Library and Information Association of South Africa (LIASA).
• 3 years relevant library experience in cataloguing and classification

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Cataloguing experience on level 2 (AACR2 and RDA).
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in allocation of subject headings according to LCSH.
• A minimum of 3 years’ Classification experience according to DDC23.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• In-depth knowledge of Resources Description Access (RDA) and Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules (AACR2) for the bibliographic description of information resources and solving cataloguing problems.
• Indexing of the content of information resources by assigning subject headings according to the Library of Congress Subject Headings List (LCSH).
• Classification of information resources according to Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC)
• Knowledge of electronic bibliographic tools.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work independently and with little guidance.
• Accuracy.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team.
• Proficiency in English.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of the cataloguing module of a library system.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Mr Ntobeko Sikhakhane, Tel: 018 299 2856

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 30 May 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                         As soon as possible

Senior Developer

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Lead a team of developers on development projects of a medium to complex nature.
• Instructs, influence, advise and enabling developers to achieve goals.
• Identifies, analyses, troubleshoot and debug, writes, modifies and test code for one of more organisation business area improving its business performance, efficiency, and productivity through procedural and technical activities.
• Supplies technical support to existing solutions and integrate new features and improvements.
• Produces logical and technical specifications from functional specifications for enhancements and/or new solutions and processes, performs all aspect of testing and performance assessments.
• Works close with business analyst and business stakeholders to ensure that all stakeholders have a shared understanding of how the requirements will be implemented.
• Supports and assists lead developer and Manager: Collaborative development with their duties

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.    Analysis:

• Performs continuous technical investigation, analysis, troubleshooting and debugging to identify and recommends technical changes of one or more business areas to improving solutions, business efficiency and productivity using approved standards, methods, techniques and tools.

• Assess, identifies and mitigates potential risk within this environment.

• Understands the solutions architecture and technologies its working with

2.    Design:

• Identifies, designs and produces technical specifications from functional requirements for code and program changes according to approved standards and methodologies.

• Identifies problem patterns and design changes needed to avoid recurring problems for solutions. 

• Collaborate with business stakeholders ensure understanding of implementations of business requirements

3.    Programming:

• Produces code, identifies problems, recommends cost effective changes, data extracts, data corrections, data conversions, integration components and automated data corrections for complex programs and program modifications and solution implementations. Implements effective change that will result in cost savings, higher quality, increased efficiencies, lower risk, and shorter cycle times

• Produce and keep documentations for written programs up to date. Participates in system upgrades, define impact changes of upgrade and integrations in their organisational business domain and/or across domains. Performs code reviews for other developers

4.    Testing:

• Executes effective testing during the development life cycle ensuring the program modifications, new programs, enhancements and new solutions meets the business requirements, satisfy quality, success and auditability of the solution implemented.

• Designs tests for programs, corrects errors and re-test to achieve an error free result.

• Produces test scripts, test material, regression test packs for effective testing of new and amended programs and solutions using agreed methods and standards.

• Communicates test results to business stakeholders

5.    Projects:

• Serves as project team member for projects of medium to large in scope and high complexity and may be enterprise-wide performing development, problem solving, coding and integration activities according to approved methodologies, tools and standards.

• Collaborate and function as a team member building relationship across multi business areas.

• Acts as technical team lead on small projects with developers reporting to him/her

6.    Support:

• Supports and maintains solutions in more or lower to moderate complex business areas in terms of the business functions, processes, the information they use and integrations between those systems ensuring maximum system availability, sustainability and stability to the production environments.

• Troubleshoots, debug, perform adequate rout cause analysis, amendments and establishes workarounds while developing permanent solutions to eliminate risk of recurrence for the problems and errors.

• Responsible for the support issues.

Minimum requirements

·         A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Information Technology or diploma (NQF level 6) with certifications in Information Technology

·        A minimum of 4 years’ experience in understands and speak to all aspects of the solution development life cycle (e.g. requirements, analysis, design, development, implementation/deploy, testing, and documentation)

·        A minimum 4 years’ knowledge of industry standards and best practice in solution architecture and design

·        A minimum 4 years’ proven working experience in Java development

RECOMMENDATION:

·         Java Certification, Spring Certification or Other relevant Certification

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·         Demonstrative experience covering the following concepts and products:

• Application development using eg Java, J2EE, Java Script, Vaadin, SQL, WebServices, RestServices, Angular, MS Power Apps
• Knowledge of different databases such as Oracle, MYSQL and Microsoft SQL
• Knowledge working with J2EE application servers, e.g. JBoss, WebLogic, Tomcat etc.
• Knowledge working with Kafka, Kibana
• Familiarity with ORM concepts and a relational database
• Familiarity in using IDEs: Eclipse, Intellij, NetBeans, JDeveloper etc.
• Familiarity with Build, repository and CI tools such as SVN and Maven, Jenkins, Bitbucket
• Knowledge of XML, XSD
• Test driven development
• Event driven integration
• Knowledge working with Integration platforms and services such as RESTful and SAOP services

·         Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodology

·         Knowledge of Wiki mark-ups (preferably Confluence) and JIRA

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·         Demonstration of strong analytical, technical and critical thinking skills

·         Showing good interpersonal and communication skills.

·         Shows leadership potential

·         Good work planning, time-management and multi-tasking skills.

·         The ability to function independently, systematically and accurately

·         Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Mrs Dassie Janse van Vuuren, Tel: 018 299 4676

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4797

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      31 May 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                           As soon as possible

Attorney

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The position is being funded in terms of an agreement entered between the Faculty of Law and Legal Aid South Africa for the provision of legal services to minor children in the North-West Province. The appointment is made for a fixed-term period of 12 months. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Community and scientific engagement / social responsiveness

• Ensure legal services offered by the Law Clinic staff are done on a day-to-day basis and in a professional, speedy and effective manner.
• Appear in court in complex matters and mediate disputes.
• Furnish legal advice and opinions to clients, staff and students.
• Research the law and stay abreast of recent case law affecting legal services.
• Ensure that matters do not prescribe and that we adhere to the time limits as set out in the regulations.
• Mentor and supervise the work done by staff and students (including drafting, file administration, diarising, etc.).
• Receive and attend to client files daily.
• Draft and monitor, review and assist staff and students with drafting of letters, documents and pleadings.
• Daily, monthly and annual reporting on activities.
• Daily file administration of project and client files.
• Maintain a record of work performance by completing monthly time sheets.
• Maintain a file register of all files handed to you.
• Manage telephone calls and convey messages to colleagues.
• Regular reporting of statistics and activities in an effective and professional manner.
• Comply with office instructions, prescripts and directives from line managers. 
• Attend all required training.

Teaching and learning (undergraduate programmes)

• Successfully teach practical classes and assess practical assignments for the module IURI 472 (Legal Practice).
• Successfully teach practical classes, mentored and supervised students working in the Law Clinic and assess practical assignments for the modules IURE 416 and IURE 426 (Law Clinic).

Academic leadership, management and administration / university service

• Served on and attend meetings of the following committees:

1. Law Clinic Management (member)  
2. OHS (member)
3. Community Engagement and Professional Development (member)
4. Moot Court (member)

• Coordinator / project leader of the Child Justice Unit of the Potchefstroom Law Clinic.

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

Under health and safety law, each employee has the duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by the

former’s actions or omissions at work. Therefore, each employee must co-operate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone

meet their legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.

Minimum requirements

• An LLB (NQF level 8).
• Registered legal practitioner of the Legal Practice Council.

OTHER COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Legal language skills
• Basic research skills
• Computer literacy in MS Word and Office, as well as email, internet and electronic retrieval of legal sources
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Good interpersonal relations
• The ability to accommodate multiculturalism.
• Demonstration of language proficiency in order to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Post article experience.
• Project leader / coordinator experience.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                 Chrisna Nicholson Tel No. 018 299 4228

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:  Mr. Byron Louw, Tel No. 018 285 2304

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                     07 June 2024

Senior Payroll Officer

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Payroll Accounting

·        Review, analyse, recommend and implement best-practice payroll, benefits and tax procedures.

·        Perform and submit for approval the following reconciliations and payments within prescribed timelines:

o   Payroll related control account

o   EMP 201’s – UIF, Skills Levies, PAYE

o   Gross to net report before posting to General Ledger to ensure timely and accurate transfer of funds.

o   Control accounts to the General Ledger

o   Third Party Payments

o   Deductions, including Voluntary, Involuntary and Fringe Benefits

o   SARS penalties

·        Prepare, balance and submit deduction reports.

·        Balance Nett Earnings and deductions of the monthly payroll.

·        Balance Gross to Net to the General Ledger to ensure all transactions are costed correctly.

·        Reconcile EFT and rejections totals to the General Ledger.

·        Prepare and submit schedules, analysis and reconciliations to Internal and external auditors.

·        Process all Third-Party Payment e.g. Medical Aid, Pension Fund, Financial Institutions etc.

·        Process Statutory Payments when Payroll Manager is not available e.g. EMP 201 and penalty payments to SARS.

·        Process manual payments to employees e.g. Advances, Rejections and Cash Focus returns.

·        Create and submit Journal entries to correct control account and other related accounts.

·        Analyse, prepare and submit SARS penalties and medical aid schedules to People and Culture: Operations for capturing.

·        Create and submit foreign payments.

·        Accurate & timely payment of salaries.

Quality reports and Controls

·        Develop, implement, maintain and review reports (Quality Controls) to ensure correctness of data.

·        Perform regular payroll checks to ensure data integrity.

·        Monitor, analyse and report on all payroll related variances, i.e. items that fall outside of the normal distribution of payroll, fluctuations in payroll-related expenses, total tax paid, Pension fund payments/deductions.

·        Identify and report duplicate banking details. Take remedial action where required.

·        Monitor, confirm and report duplicate income tax numbers. Take remedial action where required.

·        Confirm performance bonuses paid according to the University’s policy.

·        Confirm and report multiple costing.

·        Validation of all information to ensure that no unauthorised payments are made.

·        Implement auditors’ recommendations and controls as per audit report.

·        Review and confirm People and Culture: Operations’ variance report.

Customer Service, Communication and Reporting

·        Build, support, and maintain healthy, diverse internal and external relationships to ensure achievement of departmental goals. Implement remedial actions where required, i.e. SARS, Medical Aids Pension Fund, and Insurances.

·        Inform People and Culture on payroll rules and regulations.

·        Provide professional advice and service to all NWU staff in respect of tax queries and Payroll related issues.

·        Provide a responsive, accurate client advisory service on payroll matters.

Payroll Administration

·        Prepare and provide accurate and timely reports e.g. reconciliations, schedules and proof of payment to Third Parties

·        Compile and submit reports as required by external companies e.g. Financial institutions and Government Departments

·        Calculate and submit financial year end totals to the Finance department

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Business Ethics and applying company policies, procedures and processes.

·        Understanding and application of a Payroll system e.g. Oracle will be an advantage.

·        Perform Payroll related accounting Practices.

·        Understanding and application of Tax legislation, UIF and COIDA.

·        Understanding and application of Company fringe benefits.

·        Computer literacy including MS Office (Word and Excel) and E-mail.

·        Thorough knowledge and understanding of labour relations.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Analytical and mathematical reasoning – problem solving.

·        Team effectiveness – time management, managerial leadership.

·        Customer service – interpersonal skills.

·        Results driven.

·        Ability to work under limited supervision.

·        Decision making skills.

·        Critical thinking skills.

Minimum requirements

·        A bachelors’ degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Payroll Administration or equivalent.

·        A minimum of 3 years’ Accounting Payroll experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

·        A B. Com degree (NQF Level 7) in Accounting.

·        A minimum of 5 years’ Human Resources experience.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                   Ms Petro Wessles 018 299 4984

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Thabang Makgotloe: 018 285 2435

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                          07 June 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                             As soon as possible 

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