Bursary Clerk

In brief

Overview This is for a Bursary Clerk position (Reference Number: VTVET 20/2026) at Vhembe TVET College, operating under the Department Of Higher Education And Training (DHET). It is a 12-month contract role based at the Central Office. The salary for this position is R237,453 – R279,708 per annum (Level 05), plus 37% in lieu of benefits. What you will do * Assist new and returning students with bursary/financial-aid applications. * Receive, check and capture bursary applications. * Verify supporting documents submitted by students. * Identify missing or incorrect documentation and advise students accordingly. * Assist students with NSFAS application queries. * Capture and update student information on the relevant system. * Follow up on outstanding applications and supporting documents. * Assist with the administration of NSFAS applications. * Capture and verify NSFAS applicant information. * Monitor the status of applications. * Assist students with NSFAS queries and appeals. * Ensure that college records correspond with NSFAS information. * Assist with the submission and reconciliation of required information to NSFAS. * Assist with the administration of approved student allowances. * Verify information required for accommodation and travel allowances. * Assist with accommodation-related documentation and verification. * Check student attendance information where attendance is a requirement for allowances. * Assist with processing or allocating approved bursary funds. * Follow up on outstanding allowance payments. * Maintain accurate bursary files and student financial-aid records. * Capture and update bursary information on the college system. * Prepare statistics and reports on applications, approvals, rejections and allowances. * Reconcile bursary information and student accounts where required. * Ensure documents are properly filed and available for audits. * Assist internal and external auditors with bursary-related information. * Respond to enquiries from students, parents and other stakeholders. * Explain bursary requirements and procedures to students. * Provide assistance during registration and orientation. * Conduct bursary/financial-aid awareness sessions. * Refer complex financial-aid matters to the appropriate supervisor or NSFAS. Requirements (from the original advert) * Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4 Certificate. * An appropriate three (3) years Diploma / Degree in Financial Management / Public Management / Business Management; or a related field. * At least a minimum of one to two years relevant experience in bursary, student financial aid. * Knowledge of NSFAS bursary processes and requirements. * TVET College bursary rules and guidelines. * Student financial aid administration. * Basic financial administration. * Data capturing and record keeping. * Computer literacy, particularly MS Word and Excel. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * Good organizational and administrative skills. * Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. * Accuracy and attention to detail. * Good customer-service skills when dealing with students and parents. * High level of integrity and confidentiality. Who should apply The ideal candidate is an individual with relevant qualifications in financial, public, or business management, complemented by at least one to two years of experience in bursary or student financial aid administration. They should possess knowledge of NSFAS processes, TVET College bursary rules, and financial administration principles, along with proficiency in data capturing and record keeping. Essential skills include computer literacy in MS Word and Excel, strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative abilities. The role demands accuracy, attention to detail, the capacity to work effectively under pressure, and good customer-service skills when interacting with students and parents. A high level of integrity and confidentiality is crucial. Knowledge of relevant college systems (such as student administration/financial systems and NSFAS online systems) and a driver’s license would be considered advantageous. Deadline 13 November 2026 at 14:30 Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-higher-education-and-training-dhet-vacancies-from-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-vtvet-20-2026 Source: govpage

Summary drafted with AI assistance from the original advert. The advert itself is the authority — how we use AI.

At a glance

• Microsoft Excel
• Data entry

Extracted automatically from the advert; confirm requirements on the original listing.

Job description

Before you apply

• Confirm the requirements and closing date on the original listing (govpage). SPANi lists vacancies from other sites and may not reflect last-minute changes.
• Legitimate employers do not charge application, registration or training fees.
• Don't send your ID or bank details before you have confirmed the employer is real.

How to spot a job scam

Applying for bursaries

• Check the fields of study, institutions and academic averages the bursary covers.
• Prepare certified copies of results, ID and proof of registration or acceptance.
• Understand any work-back obligation before you accept an award.
• Bursary providers never charge an application fee.