Job Description

DUT~ has approximately 33 000 students, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is the first choice for higher education in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg (PMB). As a University of Technology, it prioritises the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring its academic staff possess the highest possible qualification that they can get.
The Durban University of Technology is a result of the merger in April 2002 of two prestigious technikons, ML Sultan and Technikon Natal. It was named the Durban Institute of Technology and later became the Durban University of Technology in line with the rest of the universities of technology.
DUT, a member of the International Association of Universities, is a multi-campus university of technology at the forefront of higher education, technological training, research, and innovation. In alignment with DUTs strategy ENVISION 2030, the University would like to see its people (staff, students etc) become entrepreneurial and innovative.
In 2020, DUT was ranked amongst the Top 500 Universities globally, and 10th for citations globally and 5th Nationally.
DUT has six Faculties, Accounting and Informatics, Applied Sciences, Management Sciences, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences and Arts& Design.
Finance: Financial Accounting
Post: Specialist Investment (Ref: 20001499) Minimum requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, investment management or any other relevant qualification (NQF Level 7).
• 1 - 3 years experience an investment advisory, financial planning, or treasury environment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative requirements.
• Knowledge of DUT financial and treasury-related policies and procedures.
• Understanding of the Higher Education environment.
• Sound knowledge of the current and future practices in the business area to apply to the best interest of the Institution.
• Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures applicable to the specific work environment to ensure that work outcomes are compliant with the policies and procedures.

Summary of Duties:

• Provide key data, information, and investment related advice for input into the strategy of the treasury function in support of the Treasury Manager.
• Implement and meet targets assigned in the Treasury functions operational plan.
• Conduct investment planning, procurement, and the investment of funds for DUT.
• Monitor growth in investment assets and ensure acceptable returns.
• Prepare investment reports for submission to the Treasury Manager.
• Provide advice for the effective investment of liquidity funds effectively to ensure good returns for the institution.
• Provide recommendations to the Treasury Manager regarding the diversification of the capital and investment base.
• Ensure compliance to all policies, procedures, and practices, and to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide investment-related input into the month-end and year-end statements.
• Provide investment-related input into the funding budget requirements for DUT.
• Maintain professional relationships with stakeholders.
• Provide advice to finances and business partners on financial controls, policy/procedure, and financial modeling.

To Apply:
Please complete an official application for employment form downloadable on the DUT website: https://www.dut.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Application_for_Employment-R3.docx and send a detailed CV, copies of your ID, qualifications, and a cover letter.
Kindly note:
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.
While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the Universitys equity policy The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.