Assistant Director: Student Registration Services

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: STUDENT REGISTRATION SERVICES is listed by DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING. The post is based in Central Office, Eastern Cape. The closing date is 28 September 2026.

Job Details

Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12/ NCV Certificate (Level 4).
• Must be in possession of a recognised (3) three-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6)/ Degree in Business Administration, Public Management/Administration or any other relevant qualification is essential.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience at supervisory level, salary level 7 or 8 in an administration environment is required.
• A valid Code B driver’s license is compulsory.
• Experience within the Post-School Education and Training
• (PSET) sector will be considered an added advantage.
• The ideal candidate must possess sound knowledge of enrolment standard operating procedures, data capturing procedures, and the use of computerized systems.
• A clear understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service, as well as knowledge of storage and retrieval procedures relevant to the working environment, is expected.
• The candidate must demonstrate strong report writing and presentation skills, particularly within the context of public sector governance.
• Effective communication, people empowerment, planning and execution capabilities are essential.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required, along with a proven ability to manage change effectively.
• Leadership skills, a commitment to quality work, sound human resource management, and the ability to communicate and lead with integrity form the foundation of the required values and attitudes for this role.
• Knowledge of Public Service legislation and policies.
• Knowledge of PSET.
• Knowledge and understanding of the TVET/CET Administration.
• Understanding of the Higher Education Sector.
• Understanding of corporate governance.
• Understanding Cost center budgetary, expenditure and cash flow management.
• Employment Equity Act, Public Services Regulations and Public Services Act, Labour Relations Act and any other related legislation.
• Sound Computer Skills in MS Office (intermediate levels) Self- motivated.
• Good organizing, planning, problem solving skills.
• Planning and organizing.
• Financial management.
• Report writing.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving.
• Computer literacy.
• Analytical.
• Client oriented.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of the overall student registration process, ensuring the development, review, and effective implementation of policies and procedures related to registration, admission, scheduling, and student records.
• Facilitate workshops to promote awareness and consistent application of these policies.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies aimed at attracting new student enrolments and oversee the accuracy of registration documentation.
• Supervise the management of student data systems, including graduate and alumni databases, and ensure accurate pre-entry support services such as financial aid, accommodation, and bursary assistance are available.
• Provide student guidance, placement testing, and maintain up-to-date programme enrolment records.
• Ensure orientation programmes are conducted across the college and on campuses, and that student data is accurately captured on the Information Technology System (ITS).
• Oversee the administration of student financial aid and bursary support, ensuring compliance with TVET Bursary Scheme rules and guidelines.
• Coordinate and chair financial aid committee meetings, facilitate funding awards, verify bursary statistics, and monitor compliance with bursary requirements while identifying and engaging potential academic sponsors.
• Administer the management of student learning materials, including the issuance, collection, and upkeep of textbooks and learning resources.
• Manage the coordination of career exhibition services, marketing college programmes at schools, open days, and exhibitions.
• Oversee the management of all human, financial, and other resources within the unit, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to relevant legislation and institutional policies.

Application Instructions

Please hand-deliver or courier your applications to the reception area quoting the relevant reference number addressed to the Acting Principal, Lovedale TVET College, Corporate Office, 1 Amatola Row, Qonce, 5600. Email Address: vacancies@lovedale.org.za

Notes

All applications must be accompanied by a signed and fully completed NEW Z83 form obtainable from any public service Department or DPSA website, a comprehensive CV including at least three contactable references. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report.

Successful candidates will be subjected to a vetting and financial disclosure process (criminal record, citizenship, qualification verification and employment verification). Lovedale TVET College is an equal opportunities employer and reserves the right not to fill the posts.

People living with disability are encouraged to apply. If you have not been contacted within six months after closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

NB Please ensure that the Z83 form is completed in full. Incomplete Z83 will be disqualified.

The college reserves the right to withdraw the posts at any time. Communication will only be entered into with the shortlisted and successful candidates.

All shortlisted candidates may be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal records, citizenship, and qualification verification). The suitable candidates will be required to annually disclose their financial interests and declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ASDERrecruit84@nda.gov.za NOTE: EE Target: Africans, Indians, Coloureds, Whites and Persons with Disabilities. 7 ANNEXURE B DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE APPLICATIONS: Department of Defence, Office of the Secretary for Defence, Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001 or you may hand deliver to ARMSCOR Building C/O Nossob & Delmas Ave, Erasmuskloof Ext 4, Pretoria, 0001 or email to zama.mahlangu@dod.mil.za CLOSING DATE: 28 September 2026 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).

NOTE: It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts with candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service

Enquiries

• Ms P Xamesi /
• Ms N Mjonono /
• Ms U Ncethelo /
• Ms S Jali at 087 238 2223

Required Documents

Z83, CV, Qualifications, Driver licence, Other

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 33 of 2026
• Source pages: 28–29
• Open the DPSA circular PDF