NSFAS Vacancies

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Asset & Contract Manager

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position Asset & Contract Manager Type & Grade Permanent, D1
Vacancy No 06 of 2025/26 Department & Unit Finance, Supply Chain
Management

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Asset and Contract Manager will oversee the comprehensive management of organizational assets
and contractual agreements within the Supply Chain Management Department. This role is pivotal in
ensuring optimal asset utilization, contractual compliance, and achievement of value-for-money
outcomes, in alignment with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), and other relevant legislative
frameworks. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and executing strategies for asset
lifecycle management and contract oversight, including negotiation, monitoring, renewal, and
performance evaluation, while supporting organizational efficiency and accountability.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Policy, Systems & Procedure Development

• Develop, review, and implement robust asset and contract management policies, systems, and
  standard operating procedures in accordance with applicable legislation and national standards.
• Introduce digital solutions or tools for tracking, auditing, and optimizing asset use and contract
  lifecycle management.

Core Strategic/Operations Objectives Implementation

• Align asset and contract strategies with the organizational objectives to enhance operational
  efficiency.
• Ensure efficient and effective contract management.

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, promoting accountability, professional growth, and a
  high-performance culture.
• Uphold ethical standards in all procurement, contract, and asset management processes,
  reinforcing transparency withing the legislated prescripts.

Stakeholder Management & Relationships

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast asset needs and contract requirements.
• Engage suppliers and service providers effectively to manage contractual relationships and
  resolve disputes amicably and timeously.

Project Management & Leadership

• Lead and coordinate asset-related projects, including procurement, disposal, and contract
  modifications or terminations.
• Ensure project milestones, budgets, and compliance requirements are met within prescribed timelines.

Budget optimisation

• Monitor the unit’s expenditure against budget to identify cost-saving opportunities while
  maximizing value.

Compliance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Ensure compliance with legal regulations, company policies, and contractual obligations
  throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Facilitate the process of monitoring contract performance against agreed service levels and key
  performance indicators (KPIs) and advising on corrective action where necessary.

Information & Knowledge Management

• Maintain accurate records of all assets and contracts, ensuring timely updates to databases and
  reporting systems.
• Ensure all records are securely stored, easily accessible, and compliant with recordkeeping
  standards.

Reporting & Accountability

• Prepare regular reports on asset management, contract management, compliance, and financial
  metrics for senior management review.
• Perform other tasks as delegated by management.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Legal,
  Finance
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in asset management or contract management within a supply
  chain or procurement environment
• Driver’s License
• Proven track record of successful contract negotiations and asset optimisation.
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite

Preferred

• Professional certification in contract management

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical
• Strategic Thinking
• Negotiation abilities
• Communication

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za

The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Business Analyst

Position Business Analyst Type & Grade Permanent, D1
Vacancy No 24 of 2025/26 Department & Unit ICT

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The incumbent will serve as a proactive and self-motivated professional, continuously staying updated
on current IT technologies to support the organisation’s ambitious rollout strategy. This role involves
managing ICT activities while promoting a culture of accountability, excellence, collaboration,
continuous improvement, and innovation within the team. Additionally, incumbent will also uphold fiscal
responsibility, ensuring that resources are utilised efficiently to achieve organisational goals

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Policy, Systems & Procedure Development

• Business Support Strategy and Governance: Support the creation and maintenance of business
  support strategies and governance frameworks to enhance organisational processes

Core Strategic/Operations Objectives Implementation

• Business Case Development Support: Provide timely and accurate support in developing
  business cases for line management, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Requirements Identification and Documentation: Accurately gather, document, and validate
  business requirements to ensure clarity and completeness, targeting a high requirements
  accuracy rate.
• Solution Design Contribution: Actively contribute to solution design, ensuring business
  requirements are effectively translated into technical and process solutions.
• Implementation and Handover Support: Assist in the smooth implementation of solutions and
  facilitate effective handover to operational teams.
• Requirements Collection and Analysis: Continuously collect and analyse business requirements
  across the organisation, prioritising work based on delivery timelines and business impact.
• Business Process Mapping and Documentation: Map and document business processes across
  multiple modeling levels—from value chain to detailed work instructions—ensuring integration
  with business requirements.
• Enterprise Domain Analysis: Perform analysis activities across all enterprise domains (Business,
  Data, Applications, Infrastructure, Network, and Security) in line with organisational frameworks.
• Change Request Management: Provide effective support for users and management of change
  requests, ensuring timely processing and minimal disruption.
• Business Opportunity and Risk Identification: Proactively identify and document business
  opportunities and risks, escalating as appropriate to support informed decision-making.
• Process Improvement Impact: Measure and report on the impact of process improvements
  recommended, including cost savings and efficiency gains.

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Display high standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior in all ICT dealings.
• Foster a culture of accountability and transparency within the team.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance personal skills and knowledge.

Stakeholder Management & Relationships

• Stakeholder Satisfaction: Achieve high stakeholder satisfaction scores through effective
  communication and relationship management.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain active engagement with business and ICT stakeholders to
  foster collaboration and alignment.
• Stakeholder Analysis: Conduct comprehensive stakeholder analyses to identify key influencers
  and ensure effective engagement throughout project lifecycles.

Project Management & Leadership

• Project Delivery and Timelines: Ensure requirements and deliverables are completed on time,
  contributing to a high project completion rate.

Budget optimisation

• Provide inputs into the subunit’s budget when required

Compliance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Monitor and report adherence to process standards,
  policies, and methods; conduct quality reviews to maintain high process integrity

Information & Knowledge Management

• Knowledge Sharing and Industry Awareness: Regularly share relevant industry trends and
  knowledge with team members and stakeholders through formal and informal channels to enhance skills to drive effective information.

Reporting & Accountability

• Prepare accurate reports for stakeholders

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 7 in Information Technology or related.
• Driver’s License
• At least 5 years working as a business analyst.
• At least 3 years’ experience working in business analysis and ICT environment
• Extensive experience in working in an Agile and Scrum development environment.
• Extensive experience in data analysis.
• Extensive experience in working with ICT projects

Preferred

• NQF Level 8 in Information Technology or related.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Communication

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 8 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Compliance Manager

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position Compliance Manager Type & Grade Permanent, D1
Vacancy No 08 of 2025/26 Department & Unit Legal and Compliance

POSITION OVERVIEW:
To provide advice, guidance, oversight and ensuring adherence to the legislative framework within
which NSFAS operates, including Anti-money Laundering (AML) Risk and Market Conduct Risk

Policy, Systems & Procedure Implementation

• Develops compliance related policies and implement their interpretations, procedures, and
  processes.
• Support and advise the organisation on the establishment, implementation and monitoring of
  compliance risks
• Communicates the organisation’s compliance standards, policies, and regulations.

Core Strategic/Operations Objectives Implementation

• Understands the legislative mandate of NSFAS
• Contributes to the compliance culture and conducts compliance awareness within NSFAS
• Adheres to a risk-based approach in compliance risk management with experience in developing
  and implementing compliance frameworks, policies, etc.
• Conducts risk identification, categorization, assessment, management, monitoring and reporting
• Completes and maintains Compliance Risk Management Plans (CRMPs)
• Keeps abreast and monitors development in legislation and emerging legislation, conducts gap
  analysis in respect thereof and advises business timely of possible changes to ensure business
  readiness
• Ensures that appropriate corrective actions are taken to remediate compliance related findings
• Conducts compliance monitoring, investigations and remediations of non- compliant actions
• Manages the administration of confidential reporting systems or helplines for employees,
  customers, contractors and other stakeholders to disclose violations of the organisation’s
  compliance standards, laws and policies without fear of prejudice
• Supports the development and implementation of the NSFAS compliance programme
• Updates and maintain corporate compliance related policies to ensure they are properly
  communicated and respected
• Coordinates the development and continuous improvement for management through
  governance processes, policies, systems, and key compliance controls
• Oversees the conflict-of-interest registry and third-party vetting processes
• Monitors compliance with key controls of the compliance program regarding maintaining of key metrics, and monitoring compliance with procedures and processes
• Supports AML and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) risk assessment activities and
  ongoing risk reviews
• Coordinates and roll-out compliance change management strategies and communications
  initiatives
• Coordinates the development, implementation and tracking of compliance training initiatives,
  including anti-corruption, market conduct and fair competition training
• Support with the planning and conducting of internal investigations
• Support activities that mitigate third party risk, including reviewing and updating the third-party
  due diligence policy and process
• Conducting due diligence reviews on third parties and monitoring and reporting due diligence
  activities
• Conduct project-specific integrity reviews and provide risk-based recommendations/advice to the
  business on project risk
• Review, edit and lead the creation of high quality technical and professional deliverables,
  program documents and reports
• Ensures the implementation, monitoring and updating of POPIA plans and procedures as well as
  the PAIA manual
• Provides compliance related advice (risks, controls, early detection)
• Conducts periodic reviews of the CRMP to ensure relevance and alignment with evolving
  legislation and organisational priorities
• Maintain an up-to-date compliance risk register that aligns with the origination’s risk register

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Manages and participation in the recruitment and selection of unit vacancies in line with EE
  targets.
• Delegates tasks to subordinates for implementation.
• Manages the subunit to achieve agreed programmes.
• Directs, inspires, coaches and mentor subordinates to deliver quality programmes in line with
  NSFAS Values.
• Manages and participates in leading the individual performance contracting and review process
  for responsible team/s.
• Manages and participates in all disciplinary matters of subunits related to performance and
  conduct issues

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationships

• Builds and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to identify, manage and report on
  compliance risks
• Collaborates with external stakeholders to enable compliance programmes
• Manages the service level agreement between the organisation and external providers, where
  applicable

Project Management & Leadership

• Manages multiple tasks and priorities without compromising on quality of work
• Oversight of projects to address identified compliance needs
• Analyses and interprets project reports on completion of the project to evaluate return on
  investment and to inform decision making in future

Budget Optimisation

• Manages expenditure in line with budget for all compliance related projects
• Monitors spend aligned to approved budget

Compliance Monitoring & Evaluation

• Manages the compliance plan and the processes that support the implementation of key risk
  controls and established compliance risk mitigation processes
• Conducts monitoring reviews in line with the compliance monitoring plan
• Identifies risks and mitigate them in line with the compliance risk register

Information & Knowledge Management

• Provides training and guidance to staff on all ranges of compliance issues.
• Collaborates with line manager and ICT 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

• Prepare and submit regular relevant, forward-thinking compliance reports and compliance
  monitoring review reports (awareness and monitoring) to senior management for purposes of
  reporting to the Audit and Risk Committee and relevant oversight bodies.
• Develops and maintains compliance risk registers and drives management to act on risks
  identified
• Monitor implementation of audit and compliance findings and corrective action plans.
• Track compliance KPIs and maintain dashboards for reporting purposes.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 7 degree in an Accounting, Audit, Risk, Forensics, Legal or other related qualification
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite
• Driver’s License
• Registration with the Compliance Institute of South Africa or related regulatory body
• 5 years’ experience managing compliance risk in a public sector environment or similar
  institution, with 3 years experience in managing people or in supervisory role.
• Working experience of the PFMA, as well as public sector procurement regulations.
• Working experience of Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and Promotion to Access
  of Information Act (PAIA) and related legislation as well as market conduct risk.
• Working experience of Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS Act), Financial
  Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) and related legislation.
• Working experience of AML and Combatting Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations and the
  ability to apply them effectively.
• Stakeholder management experience
• Report writing experience

Preferred

• NQF Level 8 LLM
• Admitted Attorney/Advocate
• Computer literacy – Advanced MS Package Suite
• 8 years’ experience in similar role
• Working knowledge of the NSFAS Act

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Critical thinking skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Judgement skills
• Decision-making skills
• Networking skills
• Integrity
• Leadership skills
• Commercial acumen
• Self-driven

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Continuous Verification Junior Specialist

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position
Continuous Verification Junior
Specialist Type & Grade Permanent, C4
Vacancy No 27 of 2025/26 Department & Unit
Core Business Operations,
Continuous Verification

POSITION OVERVIEW:
To analyse and prepare large scale master data sets in preparation of provisional funding, fund
disbursements, annual student migration and provide onsite support for TVET Colleges and Universities
in collaboration with the Student Services and Regional Coordination functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
System Maintenance

• Assist with the funder setup process, including defining process cycle dates, disbursement
  mapping, and allowance caps
• Review outstanding academic results and funding lists, and escalate any discrepancies

Migration/Continuation of funding

• Identify and resolve exceptions using SQL and Excel, with guidance from senior team members
• Assist in the analysis of passed records within N+ and outstanding funding
• Communicate exceptions and resolutions to relevant stakeholders
• Analyze previous funding compared to current academic year funding, and report on any
  differences
• Complete related tasks as assigned by the immediate line manager/supervisor

Registration Process

• Review registrations received and generated reports from SQL or Excel
• Identify potential exceptions and escalate to senior team members
• Detect duplicate registrations using SQL or Excel and send notifications
• Support the management of the duplicate registration process and responses
• Assist in the analysis and application of duplicate registration resolutions
• Complete related tasks as assigned by the immediate line manager/supervisor

Adjustment Reviews

• Assist with the handling of adjustment exceptions and communicate with stakeholders
• Identify and escalate adjustment exceptions to senior team members
• Complete related tasks as assigned by the immediate line manager/supervisor

Disbursement Management

• Review projection files and confirm correct students and amounts are being disbursed
• Communicate exclusions and exclusion reasons to relevant line manager/supervisor.
• Support the reconciliation of paid records
• Contribute to the reporting of disbursements paid
• Complete related tasks as assigned by the immediate line manager/supervisor

Cancellations

• Assist in the management of the cancellation process and communicate with stakeholders
• Support the creation and maintenance of the cancellation mailbox
• Help transfer data to SQL Server for inclusion in disbursement runs
• Contribute to the calculation of reversals and communicate to the finance department
• Complete related tasks as assigned by the immediate line manager/supervisor

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Serve as the entry point of contact for stakeholders, including funders, academic institutions, and
  internal teams.
• Through the assistance of the Senior Specialist identify and address stakeholder concerns,
  ensuring timely and effective resolutions
• Arrange cross-functional meetings and discussions to align on objectives and strategies
• Provide onsite support to relevant stakeholders as per line manager/supervisor instructions
• Complete related tasks as assigned by the immediate line manager/supervisor

Reporting

• Assist in compiling monthly and quarterly reports on key performance indicators, process
  improvements, and stakeholder engagement
• Analyze data, identify trends, and provide insights to support the Senior Specialist’s decisionmaking
• Assist in creating presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
• Complete related tasks as assigned by the immediate line manager/supervisor

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 6 qualification in commerce or information systems or related qualifications
• Driver’s License
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding and knowledge in data analysis, disbursements, financial reporting and
  forecasting
• Proficiency in SQL and Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement/management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and under the guidance of senior team members
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Understanding and knowledge of compliance with legislation, policy and procedures in regard
  to financial systems
• 3 – 4 years’ experience in financial systems particularly in two or more of the following functions:
  data analysis, disbursements, financial reporting and forecasting.
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite

Skills and Competencies:

• Effective Communication
• Effective Consultation
• Attention to detail/ Quality Control
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Risk Awareness
• Administrative Diligence
• Legislative & Procedural Adherence (Ethics & Integrity

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025

Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za

The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Continuous Verification Senior Specialist

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position
Continuous Verification Senior
Specialist Type & Grade Permanent, D1
Vacancy No 10 of 2025/26 Department & Unit
Core Business Operations,
Continuous Verification

POSITION OVERVIEW:
To manage the funder setup process, including defining process cycle dates, disbursement mapping,
allowance caps and annual student migration; whilst providing managerial onsite support for TVET
Colleges and Universities in collaboration with the Student Services and Regional Coordination
functions, to ensure seamless operations and effective data management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Policy, Systems & Procedure Implementation

• Implementing and reinforcing compliance procedures related to the NSFAS financial systems.
• Identifying opportunities and gaps utilizing the knowledge of compliance with legislation, policy and procedures regarding financial systems.

Core Strategic/Operations Objectives Implementation

• Manage the funder setup process, including defining process cycle dates, disbursement
  mapping, and allowance caps
• Analyse outstanding academic results and funding lists to ensure accurate data
• Resolve exceptions using SQL and Excel to analyse outstanding migrations
• Identify passed records within N+ and outstanding funding
• Communicate and resolve exceptions
• Compare previous funding to current academic year funding to identify discrepancies
• Review registrations received and generate reports from SQL or Excel
• Pinpoint potential exceptions and communicate resolutions
• Provide oversight on the duplicate registrations process
• Manage the duplicate registration process and responses
• Analyse and apply duplicate registration resolutions, including reversing records paid to incorrect
  institutions and processing unpaid records
• Handle adjustment exceptions and communicate with stakeholders
• Identify and resolve adjustment exceptions
• Analyse adjustment received for potential budget implications
• Review projection files to confirm correct students and amounts being disbursed and
  communicate the data to the finance department
• Communicate exclusions with exclusion reasons
• Reconcile paid records
• Report on disbursements paid
• Manage the cancellation process and communicate with stakeholders
• Create a dedicated mailbox for cancellations
• Transfer data to SQL Server to be included in disbursement runs
• Calculate reversals and communicate to the finance department

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Manages and participation in the recruitment and selection of unit vacancies in line with EE
  targets.
• Delegates tasks to subordinates for implementation.
• Directs, inspires, coaches and mentor subordinates to deliver quality programmes in line with
  NSFAS Values.
• Manages and participates in leading the individual performance contracting and review process
  for responsible team/s.
• Manages and participates in all disciplinary matters of subunits related to performance and
  conduct issues.

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationships

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, including funders, academic
  institutions, and internal teams.
• Proactively identify and address stakeholder concerns, ensuring timely and effective resolutions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement process improvements
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings and discussions to align on objectives and strategies
• Represent the department in meetings with senior management and external partners

Project Management & Leadership

• Manages multiple tasks and prioritise accordingly without compromising on quality of work
• Provide oversight and where required participate in projects to address identified needs
• Where required, analyse and interpret project reports upon completion of the project to evaluate
  return on investment and to recommend insights for future decision making.

Budget optimisation

• Manage expenditure in line with budget for all Continuous Verification related projects (where
  applicable)
• Monitors spend aligned to approved budget (where applicable).

Compliance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Provide Senior Specialist responsibilities over the Continuous Verification plan and the
  processes that support the implementation of key risk controls and established compliance risk
  mitigation processes
• Where required, support the Senior Manager in conducting monitoring reviews in line with the
  compliance monitoring plan.

Information & Knowledge Management

• Provide expert training and guidance to staff on all ranges of compliance issues in relation to
  Continuous Verification.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager and ICT to build systems that enable the management of
  data obtained from different sources.
• Develop and deliver presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to
  management.

Reporting & Accountability

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on key performance indicators, process improvements,
  and stakeholder engagement
• Analyse data, identify trends, and provide insights to support decision-making

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:

• NQF7 Level qualification in commerce, information systems or related qualifications.
• Driver’s License
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in financial systems particularly in two or more of the following
  functions; data analysis, disbursements, financial reporting and forecasting.
• Experience (min. 2 years) in the education sector/industry
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in SQL and Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement/management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Understanding and knowledge of compliance with legislation, policy and procedures in regard to
  financial systems
• Knowledge and experience of relevant regulations and policies

Preferred

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in financial systems particularly in two or more of the following
  functions; data analysis, disbursements, financial reporting and forecasting.
• Extensive experience (8+ years) in the education sector/industry
• Experience with validation of data against standards determined by external stakeholders.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Effective Communication & Consultation
• Attention to detail/ Quality Control
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Risk Awareness
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Planning & Organising (e.g. prioritisation & time management)
• Problem Analysis
• Decision Making (Judgement)
• Emotional Intelligence
• Resilience & Composure

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Data Integration Specialist

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position Data Integration Specialist Type & Grade Permanent, D1
Vacancy No 21 of 2025/26 Department & Unit ICT

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The incumbent will be responsible for the strategic planning, development, and implementation of
techniques for merging data from various sources into a cohesive, understandable, and useful format.
As well as ensuring that data flows seamlessly between systems, maintaining data integrity and
supporting the organisations objectives

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Data Integration/Quality and Architecture

• Develop and implement data integration solutions to ensure seamless flow of data between
  disparate systems, databases, and applications.
• Responsible for mapping data fields from source systems to target systems, transforming data
  as necessary to ensure compatibility and maintain data quality.
• Design build and manage ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to efficiently transfer data
  between systems.
• Develop workflows, scripts or use ETL tools to automate data movements and transformations.
• Implement processing tools to ensure data quality and integrity throughout the integration
  process, including data cleansing, duplication, and validation.
• Continuously monitor and optimised data integration processes to improve efficiency, reliability,
  and performance, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of data to end-users
• Contribute to the development of strategies to improve data integration, analysis and reporting
  processed within across departments/stakeholders.
• Responsible for designing and implementing data architecture that supports efficient integration,
  transformation, and storage of data across various systems and platforms.
• Integrate various software systems, applications, and APIs to facilitate data exchange and
  interoperability across the organization.

Reporting and Documentation

• Provide clear and concise reports to stakeholders, highlighting key findings and
  recommendations.
• Responsible for documenting integration processes, configurations and workflows as well as
  generating reports to track performance metrics, KPIs and compliance with SLAs.
• Participation in organizational AI efforts.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and ensure data
  integration solutions align with organizational goals.
• Communicate and collaborate with data analysts, developers, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Communicate findings and insights in a clear and understandable manner to stakeholders at
  various levels.
• Train end-users on basic functionality

Continuous Improvement

• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in data integration processes and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency.

Risk and Compliance

• Ensure that data integration activities comply with data governance policies, privacy laws and
  security standards.
• Evaluate internal processes for efficiency, problems, and inaccuracies.
• Responsible for the handling, processing, and cleansing of data.
• Identify and resolve issues within the data integration processes and infrastructure.
• Monitor system performance, making adjustments as necessary to optimise operations.
• Support the implementation of identified key controls and established risk mitigation procedures.
• Work closely with IT and other relevant teams to address data quality issues.
• Assist with policies and procedures for the collection and analysis of data.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 7 in computer science, Information Technology or related.
• 6 – 8 Years’ experience in the ICT Domain of which at least 4 should be focused on Data.
• Knowledge of programming languages like SQL, Python, Java, or R is valuable for manipulating
  and transforming data, as well as for scripting ETL processes.
• A solid understanding of data management principles, including data governance, data quality,
  data modelling, and data architecture, is essential. This includes knowledge of relational
  databases, data warehouses, data lakes, and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
• Experience with data warehousing concepts and technologies is important for designing,
  implementing, and maintaining data integration solutions. This includes knowledge of
  dimensional modelling, star and snowflake schemas, and OLAP (Online Analytical Processing)
  techniques.
• Understanding of data security principles and compliance regulations (such as GDPR, HIPAA, or
  CCPA) is crucial to ensure that data integration processes adhere to legal and regulatory
  requirements.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools can be beneficial for planning,
  executing, and monitoring data integration projects, ensuring they are completed on time and
  within budget.

Preferred

• Postgraduate Qualification in the Information Technology environment.
• Cloud Computing Certifications
• AWS Preferable/Cloud Computing
• Project management Skills
• Knowledge of the higher education sector
• Knowledge of SSSIS
• Knowledge of data warehousing

Skills and Competencies

• Data Analysis
• Business Intelligence
• Data warehousing
• Data modelling
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & decision-making skills.
• Report writing skills

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2 months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Data Scientist

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position Data Scientist Type & Grade Permanent, D1
Vacancy No 22 of 2025/26 Department & Unit ICT, Data Management

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Responsible for leveraging advanced statistical and computational techniques to extract insights from
complex datasets, to implement data driven solutions to address business challenges.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
AI Research and Development

• Utilise statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to analyse large datasets and
  extract actionable insights
• Develop predictive models and algorithms to solve specific business problems such as customer
  segmentation, demand forecasting and anomaly detection
• Identify patterns, trends and correlations in data to drive strategic decision-making and enhance business operations

Data Analysis/Automation

• Collect, analyse and interpret large datasets to develop AI models
• Utilise machine learning, natural language processing and other AI methodologies to create
  predictive models and algorithms
• Ensure the smooth deployment of AI models and monitor their performance
• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of AI models and systems
• Make adjustments and optimisations based on performance data to improve accuracy and
  efficiency

Reporting and Documentation

• Create and compile extensive reports, to communication findings effectively through data
  visualisation techniques, such as charts, graphs
• Create interactive dashboards and reports for analysis and decision-making
• Responsible for documenting integration processes, configurations and workflows as well as
  generating reports to track performance metrics, KPIs and compliance with SLAs.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and ensure AI
  solutions align with organizational goals
• Communication complex AI concepts and the benefits of AI solutions to non-technical
  stakeholders
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate AI solutions into existing systems
• Communicate findings and insights in a clear and understandable manner to stakeholders at various levels

Risk and Compliance/AI Ethics

• Implement governance policies and practices to ensure the quality and integrity of data
  throughout the organisation
• Set standards and procedures for AI definitions, usage and consistency
• Ensure AI solutions comply with legal and ethical standards
• Consider the implications of AI technologies and strive for transparency and fairness in AI
  applications
• Ensure that AI activities comply with data governance policies, privacy laws and security
  standards
• Evaluate internal processes for efficiency, problems and inaccuracies

Continuous Learning

• Stay abreast of the latest AI trends, tools and technologies
• Research new methodologies and techniques for potential application within the organisation

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 7 in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or related field
• 8-10 years’ experience in the ICT domain
• Strong skills in programming languages such as Python or R, scala and familiarity relevant
  libraries and frameworks (e.g. TensoFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
• Experience with machine learning
• Solid experience to analyse complex datasets and develop effective AI models, and understand
  statistics ad predictive modelling techniques
• Experience working with big data technologies (e.g. Hadoop, Spark) and cloud platforms (e.g.
  WAS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Preferred

• Master’s degree in computer science, Statistics or Mathematics
• Advanced certifications in AI or machine learning
• Experience in working Machine Learning
• Project Management Skills
• Knowledge in data modelling, both logical and physical
• Knowledge of key BI trends
• Experience in the higher education sector
• Knowledge of SSIS
• Knowledge of ETL

Skills and Competencies

• Data Mining
• Business Intelligence
• Data warehousing
• Data modelling
• Strategic and visionary
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & decision-making skills.
• Report writing skills

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Divisional Manager: Application Support

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position
Divisional Manager: Application
Support Type & Grade Permanent, D4
Vacancy No 01 of 2025/26 Department & Unit Business Core Operations

POSITION OVERVIEW:
To develop, monitor, and maintain NSFAS policies, operation plans, systems and procedures that drive
the efficient and effective implementation of the core business strategy in relation to Applications
Support Division.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Policy, Systems and Procedure Implementation

• Development, monitoring, and management of the NSFAS policy(ies), guidelines, and
  procedures across multiple operations department disciplines in line with the student-centric
  model.
• Manage the processes of the applications and evaluations, appeals, disability, student account
  management and exceptions to maximise the student experience.
• Manage the maximisation of student expectations with the NSFAS applications support
  programmes.
• Manage the stakeholder challenges that emanate from the applications support value chain.
• Manage and develop instruments to track the implementation of the ongoing applications
  support programmes.
• Develop the overall student funding value chain and ensure our processes are student centric.

Core Strategic/Operations Objectives Implementation

• Lead and manage the implementation of the applications support strategic plans.
• Lead and manage the implementation of the key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational
  plans of the unit.
• Lead and manage the maintenance of business processes and procedures that verifies data
  integrity across the subunits of applications support.

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Manage and/or delegate participation in the recruitment and selection of unit vacancies in line
  with EE targets.
• Delegate applications support programmes to relevant subunits for implementation.
• 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 subunits.
• Lead and manage all disciplinary matters of subunits related to performance and conduct issues.

Stakeholder Management & Relationships

• Oversee the utilisation and implementation of the applications support policies, processes,
  efficiency channels and databases to resolve stakeholder queries and complaints.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enable the successful resolution of applications support
  programmes.
• Manage and delegate the sharing of accurate and reliable data and information to ongoing
  student support units and institutions of higher learning for the smooth student experience.
• Manage the publication and updating of the details of NSFAS application support.

Project Management & Leadership

• Manage and supervise the projects to address identified needs as per the Applications support
  strategy.
• 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

• Forecast for unit core administration activities and projects.
• Expenditure in line with core activities and projects
• Manage payment of applications support service providers in line with institutions verified
  registration details.
• Review and recommend the applications support payments and recover any overpayments

Compliance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Lead and manage the plans and processes of verification, compliance, registration, and
  deregistration data to support the mandate of the student account management.
• 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.
• Lead and manage the implementational audit plan.

Information and 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 and Accountability

• Report on, on unit strategic KPIs progress; on the unit operational plan progress; on strategic
  stakeholders’ issues and interventions management; on internal and external audit and risk; and
  on any other work in the mandate of the ongoing student support unit.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 8 qualification in Commerce, Legal, Business Administration, Information Systems, or
  related fields
• 10 Years’ experience in the general various operations units of which 5 should be at the senior management level.
• Driver’s License
• Advanced project management skill
• Data Analysis
• Presentation skills
• Stakeholder Relations skills
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite
• Advanced Knowledge of the higher education sector
• Working experience in application management programmes.

Preferred

• NQF Level 9 qualification in Commerce, Legal, Business Administration, Information Systems, or
  related fields
• 15 Years’ experience in the general operations of which 10 should be at the management level
  in the higher education sector

Behavioural Competencies

• Analytical
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• People Management
• Interpersonal

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: recruitmentcpt@sdrecruit.co.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Divisional Manager: Ongoing Student Support

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position Divisional Manager: Ongoing
Student Support Type & Grade Permanent, D4
Vacancy No 02 of 2025/26 Department & Unit Core Business Operations

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Develop, monitor, and maintain NSFAS policies, operation plans, systems and procedures that drive the
efficient and effective implementation of the core business strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Policy, Systems & Procedure Development

• Development, monitoring, and management of the NSFAS policy(ies), guidelines, and
  procedures across multiple operations department disciplines in line with the student-centric
  model.
• Manage the processes of the regionalisation of operations, queries management, and student
  services to maximise the student experience.
• Manage the maximisation of student expectations with the NSFAS ongoing student support programmes.
• Manage the stakeholder challenges that emanate from the ongoing student support value chain
• Manage and develop instruments to track the implementation of the ongoing student support
  programmes.

Core Strategic Objectives Development

• Lead and manage the implementation of the ongoing student support strategic plans
• Lead and manage the implementation of the key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational
  plans of the unit.
• Lead and manage the maintenance of business processes and procedures that verifies data
  integrity across the subunits of ongoing student support.

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Manage and/or delegate participation in the recruitment and selection of unit vacancies in line
  with EE targets.
• Delegate ongoing student support programmes to relevant subunits for implementation.
• 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 subunits.
• Lead and manage all disciplinary matters of subunits related to performance and conduct issues.

Stakeholder Management & Relationships

• Oversee the utilisation and implementation of the ongoing student support policies, processes, efficiency channels and databases to resolve stakeholder queries and complaints.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enable the ongoing student support programmes.
• Manage and delegate the sharing of accurate and reliable data and information to ongoing
  student support units and institutions of higher learning for the smooth student experience.
• Manage the Publication and updating of the details of NSFAS ongoing student support.
• Manage the Publication and updating of the details of NSFAS ongoing student support.

Project Management & Leadership

• Manage and supervise the projects to address identified needs as per the student support
  strategy.
• Analise and interpret project reports on completion of the project to evaluate return on
  investment and to inform decision-making in the unit.

Budget optimisation

• Forecast for unit core administration activities and projects.
• Expenditure in line with core activities and projects.
• Manage payment of ongoing student support service providers in line with institutions’ verified
  registration details.
• Review and recommend the ongoing student support payments and recover any overpayments.

Compliance monitoring & evaluation

• Lead and manage the plans and processes of verification, compliance, registration and
  deregistration data to support the mandate of the ongoing student support with legislation.
• Lead and manage the plans and processes that support the implementation of identified key
  controls and established risk mitigation procedures.
• Analise and improve the audit, risk, and compliance outlook.
• Lead and manage the implementational audit plan.

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

• On unit strategic KPIs progress
• On the unit operational plan progress
• On strategic stakeholders’ issues and interventions management
• On internal and external audit and risk.
• On any other work in the mandate of the ongoing student support unit.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 8 in Commercial, Legal, Business Administration or related fields
• 10 Years’ experience in the general various operations units of which 5 should be at the senior
  management level.
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite
• Driver’s License.
• Advanced project management Skills.
• Advanced Knowledge of the higher education sector.
• Experience in the student development programmes.

Preferred

• NQF Level 9 in Commercial or related fields
• Computer literacy – Advanced MS Package Suite
• Driver’s License.
• 15 Years’ experience in the general operations of which 10 should be at the senior management
  level in the higher sector.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of the higher education sector.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic and visionary
• Project Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Data Analysis
• Presentation Skills
• Goal orientation skills
• Influential and advocacy
• Systems and IT flair
• Stakeholder Management

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: recruitmentcpt@sdrecruit.co.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

Employee Wellbeing Specialist

The following vacancy exists at NSFAS in Cape Town.
Position Employee Wellbeing Specialist Type & Grade Permanent, D1
Vacancy No 17 of 2025/26 Department & Unit Human Resources

POSITION OVERVIEW:
To design, develop and implement a wellness strategy and employee assistance programme (EAP) that
is aligned to the overall Human Resources as well as organisation strategy of NSFAS.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Policy, Systems & Procedure Implementation

• Support the unit in the maturing of employee wellbeing policy/ies, procedures, and processes
• Develop presentations that enable the socialisation of employee wellbeing policy/ies, procedures
  and processes
• Socialise and implement the employee wellbeing policy/ies, procedures and processes

Core Strategic/Operations Objectives Implementation

• Provide input into overall Human Resources Management value proposition as it relates to the
  wellness practice through the development of best practice, research, trends analysis and
  wellness initiatives
• Analyse wellness trends and prepare high level reports to management as input to create an
  engaged workforce
• Implement wellness interventions based upon identified needs within the organisation
• Build capacity in the organisation to drive and manage an employee wellness culture
• Design, implement and drive NSFAS’s programme, including providing awareness campaigns
  and training, professional counselling, testing and support through external vendors
• Ensure that all wellness initiatives contribute towards the operationalising of the overall
  Employee Value Proposition
• Participate in the Wellness Committees and Forums to facilitate the successful implementation
  of wellness initiatives and programmes
• Develop policies and procedures to support the implementation of wellness initiatives
• Serve as the employee trustee for provident fund and participate in health care committees and
  wellness coach
• Provide monthly and quarterly report on wellness statistics and focus on analysis, comparison,
  and trends
• Create Awareness through wellness events and educational information on health issues
• Coordinate and promote wellness initiatives in partnership with other stakeholders
• Responsible for trauma debriefing during trauma incidents
• Conduct workshops on selected wellbeing issues and obtain feedback on existing programmes
• Cover whole spectrum of individual wellbeing components as defined by the World Health
  Organisation (WHO) or Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
• Support the HR operations unit and HR team with employee wellbeing programmes of the
  NSFAS
• Contribute input and manage the employee wellness budget
• Coordinate with employee relations, business partners and senior management on cases of
  potential incapacity and ensure correct reporting and process for 3rd party claims

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Guide, inspire, coach and mentor employees to deliver quality wellness programmes in line with
  NSFAS Values
• Lead and manage the individual performance contracting and review process for self

Stakeholder Management & Relationships

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement employee wellbeing programmes
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to enable the employee wellbeing programmes
• Manage the service level agreement of external providers of employee wellbeing deliverables

Project Management & Leadership

• Manage and supervise the projects to address identified needs as per the employee wellbeing
  initiatives
• Analise and interpret project reports on completion of the project to evaluate return on investment and to inform decision-making in the subunit

Budget optimisation

• Expenditure forecast for subunit employee wellbeing activities and projects
• Expenditure management in line with employee wellbeing activities and projects

Risk, Compliance Monitoring & Evaluation

• Support compliance checks and audit of employee wellbeing interventions with HR policies
• Identify risks and mitigate them in line with the risk register
• Support the compliance of NSFAS with the EE Act and legislation

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

• On recruitment strategic KPIs progress
• On the employee wellbeing operational plan progress
• On internal and external recruitment risks
• On any other work in the mandate of the employee wellbeing work

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualification requirements:

• NQF level 7 in Industrial Psychology, Psychology, Social Work

• Certification in EAP/wellness practitioner or management
• Minimum of six (6) to eight (8) years’ experience in Employee Assistance Programme / Wellness
  of which three (3) years must be the managing of an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) /
  Wellness function
• Experience in a Higher Education environment will be an added advantage
• Basic understanding of Labour Law e.g. LRA, EEA, BCEA, OHSA, employee health, wellness
  and benefit administration concepts, practices, and procedures
• Solid project management Skills
• Intermediate Knowledge of the higher education sector
• Employee wellbeing legislation experience and knowledge
• Employment Equity Act and related legislation
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite
• Driver’s License

Preferred

• NQF level 8 in Industrial Psychology, Psychology, Social Work
• Registered with HPCSA as Counsellor, Social Worker, Psychologist, Industrial Psychologist
• Certified Wellness Coach
• Computer literacy – Advanced MS Package Suite
• Advanced project management Skills
• Advanced knowledge of the higher education sector
• Extensive exposure to the functions of the employee wellbeing
• Knowledge and understanding of the NSFAS Act and PFMA

Skill and Competencies:

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Planning and Organising
• Stress Management
• Counselling Skills
• Confidentiality, knowledge and understanding of the Human Resources Services Lifecycle.
• Planning and organising skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Agile and Innovative
• Time management skills
• High Emotional Intelligence
• Integrity
• Communication skills
• Adaptable to change
• Team player
• Goal orientation
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Professional self-awareness

PLEASE NOTE
Closing date: 08 June 2025
Interested applicants must complete and submit an Employment Application Form available on the
NSFAS website. The form must be supported by a detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes amongst
other things the vacancy name/position title you are responding to, copies of academic qualifications,
Identity Document, and names of three contactable referees. The response must be addressed to
the following email address: jobs@nsfas.org.za
The NSFAS does not consider late applications. The NSFAS talent acquisition team only corresponds
with Shortlisted Candidates. Should you not hear from the NSFAS talent acquisition team within 2
months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be
made in line with the NSFAS Employment Equity goals and targets

We wish you all the best with your applications