Head: Asset Management Services

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SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is on a renewal path with exciting and unique
opportunities to shape the training of medical and other health professionals, and scientists in
general. We are on a vigorous campaign to attract top talent to join our exciting journey, as
reflected in the opportunities below.

The University is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual who will be responsible for
supporting the Deputy Director: Assets and Stores through the management of the Asset section,
user education and training and reporting. The incumbent reports to the Deputy Director: Assets
and Stores and must meet the requirements and competencies and be responsible for the key
performance areas listed below:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Honours Degree in Accounting/Finance
• Five (5) to eight (8) years related experience in Asset Management Services, of which three
  (3) was at a supervisory level.
• SAICA/CIMA/ACCA qualification will be an added advantage
• High level proficiency in utilising the different software solutions, including MS Excel and
  other common Asset Management Software Packages
• Valid Driver’s license code 10 (C1)

COMPETENCIES

• Technical / professional knowledge of asset lifecycle management
• Resource management
• People management, including performance management
• Interpersonal relationships
• Quality assurance and risk management
• Corporate governance
• Decision-making and problem solving
• Communication and presentation skills
• Mentoring and leadership skills
• Risk management and compliance

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Ensure reconciliation of the fixed assets register to the general ledger control accounts
• Authorize and record disposals. Evaluate asset lifecycles annually.
• Ensure that disposal of assets are properly authorized and recorded in the general ledger and
  that the necessary entries are processed in the fixed asset register
• Facilitate training for relevant staff on asset management policies, procedures and protocols.
  Design annual training calendars and collect feedback from participants
• Ensure job descriptions are regularly updated for all positions
• Ensure fair allocation of workloads
• Take responsibility for new staff induction
• Take responsibility for performance agreements for staff
• Manage staff training, development, mentoring and coaching
• Manage employment relations (grievance, discipline and conflict resolution)
• Administer leave for staff
• Proactively identify and address risks related to asset management
• Implement internal controls to mitigate identified risks
• Conduct regular audits and ensure compliance
• Administer general insurance functions including handling claims and communicating with
  insurers
• Ensure timely submission of claims and follow-ups on repudiated claims
• Perform any other official duties as directed by the line manager

Closing date: 13 December 2024

Applications from Employment Agency will not be considered.

Typed applications (quoting the reference number) which should contain a comprehensive
curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should
be forwarded, for the attention of Ms NG Motsamai on e-mail, to hr.recruitment3@smu.ac.za

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents/information will
result in your application not being considered.

Telephonic enquiries regarding conditions of service: (012) 521-3893

The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Applicants who have not
been contacted

All the best with your applications