Student Liaison Officer

Department Of Higher Education And Training (Dhet)

Salary (as advertised)
R338 106 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of a permanent Student Liaison Officer position (Reference No: GTC2026/13) available at the Tosa campus, Goldfields TVET College, which operates under the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). The role offers a salary of R338,106 per annum (Level 07), plus benefits. **What you will do** * Provide welfare support to students by liaising between stakeholders/persons. * Prepare weekly and monthly reports. * Assist students as and when required. * Assist with academic support plan for identified students. * Attend to any student accommodation needs. * Ensure that there is continuous awareness of health and wellness. * Promote physical wellness and mental health. * Guide students to make the right decision and improve their performance. * Ensure that there is continuous awareness and level of knowledge in HIV/AIDS to students. * Address socio-economic student matters appropriately including substance and others. * Promote regular attendance of students and monitor attendance register. * Conduct home visits when necessary and interview/counsel students, staff families and other relevant stakeholders in order to identify contributing factors associated with low attendance concerns. * Support students and families by establishing and delivering absence reduction programmes. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or NCV Level 4. * A recognised National Diploma/ Degree in social science / psychology/ education or equivalent relevant qualification. * 2-3 years’ experience in student support services education/ teaching and learning environment or related field. * Proven knowledge of Public Sector. * Knowledge of TVET environment. * Proven Knowledge of Psychology practice. * Teaching background. * Public Service legislative framework such Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA, Treasury Regulation, Batho Pele principles. * Excellent verbal and communication skills. * Interpersonal relations. * Problem solving and analyst. * Planning, organising and execution. * Listening skills. * Report writing and administrative skills. * Good written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work under pressure. * Ability to work in a team and independently. * Good computer literacy (MS Word and Excel). * Willingness to travel and work extra hours. * A valid driver’s licence is essential as traveling and extended working hours may be required. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a candidate with a National Senior Certificate or NCV Level 4, coupled with a National Diploma or Degree in social science, psychology, education, or a related field. Applicants should have 2-3 years of experience in student support services or a similar educational/teaching environment, alongside proven knowledge of the Public Sector, TVET environment, Psychology practice, and a teaching background. Familiarity with Public Service legislative frameworks (e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Batho Pele principles) is required. The ideal candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, planning, organisational, execution, listening, report writing, and administrative skills. They must be able to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team, and be proficient in MS Word and Excel. A willingness to travel, work extra hours, and a valid driver's licence are essential. **Deadline** 20 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-higher-education-and-training-dhet-vacancies-from-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-gtc2026-13 Source: govpage

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  • At least 2 years of experience.
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Driver's licence

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Job description

STUDENT LIAISON OFFICER REF NO: GTC2026/13 Duration: Permanent SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07), (plus benefits) CENTRE : Tosa campus REQUIREMENTS : A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or NCV Level 4. A recognised National Diploma/ Degree in social science / psychology/ education or equivalent relevant qualification, 2-3 years’ experience in student support services education/ teaching and learning environment or related field, Proven knowledge of Public Sector, Knowledge of TVET environment, Proven Knowledge of Psychology practice, Teaching background, Public Service legislative framework such Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA, Treasury Regulation, Batho Pele principles. Excellent verbal and communication skills, Interpersonal relations, problem solving and analyst, planning, organising and execution, listening skills, report writing and administrative skills, Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work under pressure, ability to work in a team and independently. Good computer literacy (MS Word and Excel). Willingness to travel and work extra hours. A valid driver’s licence is essential as traveling and extended working hours may be required. DUTIES : Provide welfare support to students by liaising between stakeholders/persons. Prepare weekly and monthly reports. Assist students as and when required. Assist with academic support plan for identified students. Attend to any student accommodation needs. Ensure that there is continuous awareness of health and wellness.: Promote physical wellness and mental health. Guide students to make the right decision and improve their performance, ensure that there is continuous awareness and level of knowledge in HIV/AIDS to students. Address socio-economic student matters appropriately including substance and others. Promote regular attendance of students and monitor attendance register: Conduct home visits when necessary and interview/counsel students, staff families and other relevant stakeholders in order to identify contributing factors associated with low attendance concerns. Support students and families by establishing and delivering absence reduction programmes. ENQUIRIES : Mr RD Maleke Tel No: (057) 910 6700 APPLICATIONS : Applications must be forwarded to: Please quote recruit@goldfieldstvet.edu.za the relevant reference number for each post in the email subject line to ensure easy identification and tracking. NOTE : Goldfields TVET College invites suitable candidates to apply for the following external college vacancy: Free State province. A completed New Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV (inclusive of three contactable referees and contact details). Shortlisted candidates will be requested to bring certified copies of their qualifications and identity document on the day of the interviews. Please quote the relevant reference number of the post you are applying for. Candidates who apply for more than one post should complete a separate application form for each post. Applications received after the closing date as well as faxed applications will not be considered. shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification, and employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection. Panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The College reserves the right not to make appointments, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive any response within three months after closing date of this advertisement, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful. Note: All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense. Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. Goldfields College is an equal opportunity employer. CLOSING DATE : 20 November 2026

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