Project Manager: Thuthuka - South Africa

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

To manage and coordinate the Thuthuka programme of the Department of Accounting Sciences and to engage with key internal and external stakeholders.

The Thuthuka programme is a high-profile initiative which offers academically strong South African black and coloured students with funding (by way of a bursary) and structured educational support to assist them to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Formulate and oversee the implementation of the strategic priorities for the Thuthuka programme.
• Market the programme and recruit academically strong students for the programme.
• Monitor academic performance of students and initiate appropriate academic interventions in consultation with academic staff.
• Coordinate academic development and student wellness programmes (wrap around support) with the aim of improving retention and throughput rates.
• Liaise with student housing and residential managers to ensure accommodation of students.
• Manage the financial administration of the programme
• Recruit and manage human resources as required for the programme (staff assisting with day-to-day administration, tutors, mentors etc)
• Manage relationships with key Internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide input into research projects undertaken pertaining to the programme.
  • Report to university management and SAICA Thuthuka office.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge and understanding of the processes and practices in a higher education environment and the accountancy profession.
• The ability to effectively facilitate and support student learning and development.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective project management skills
• Basic research skills
• Proven leadership skills
• Ability to manage budgets and expenditures
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong administrative and end-user computing skills (e.g. MS word, MS excel, MS PowerPoint)

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for appointment to this post, candidates should preferably possess a relevant honours degree (or equivalent) with at least three years relevant management experience, preferably in a tertiary educational environment.