Job Description

Administration and monitoring of the financial transitions for external research funding awarded to the grant holder. To provide appropriate Management and administrative support to all Grant holders in accordance with the grant holders which includes the Standard Operating Procedures, and in accordance with the institutional policies and procedures.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A relevant National Diploma or degree, preferably in economics and management sciences, accounting, finance or related
• At least two years' relevant experience in finance or administration.
• Relevant experience in external funding (DHET, UCDG and CHEC), recommended.
• Preferably have worked in a department or faculty at Higher Education Institution

Please Note: Preference will be given to Internal candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Administration of claims
• Compliance: external sponsor & internal funding
• Handling correspondence through liaising with internal and external stakeholders Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Assisting with Audits
• Data capturing and record keeping
• Administering grant holder linked postgraduate scholarships or bursaries
• Back-up support

Competencies

• Computer Literacy in MS Office Suite
• Bookkeeping skills
• Knowledge of ITS and I-enabler software packages
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Good numerical skills
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and to work independently and accurately
• Planning and organisational skills
• Problem solving
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Time management

General Information
Closing Date: 03 February 2026
For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please contact Mr Odwa Siza, (Human Capital Department) email: sizaod@cput.ac.za
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

Skills Required