Academic Administrative Systems Specialist - (B824.1)

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**Overview** This role is for an Academic Administrative Systems Specialist (B824.1) at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP). The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Deputy Registrar Academic Administration in the efficient running of student administration systems at an institutional level. The specialist will ensure efficient operations, integration, and enhancement of student systems, while also leading innovation projects that drive institutional effectiveness. **What you will do** * Student Systems Management and Innovation. * Academic Administration & Records Management. * Process Optimization. * Stakeholder Engagement & Client Support. * Compliance & Policy Implementation. * Perform any other duties as delegated by the Line Manager. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Minimum Requirements:** * M+4 (Honours) in Information Systems, ICT, Data Science OR a related field. * Minimum seven (7) years relevant working experience with at least three (3) year’s relevant experience in information systems, systems support, business process support within higher education or similar environment. * Experience in data analytics, process optimization, and knowledge of system integrations (added advantage). * Advanced Knowledge of the student ITS system and HEDA/JASPER (or equivalents) (added advantage). * Experience in process mapping. * **Key Competencies:** * Understand Higher Education Landscape. * Computer and Management skills. * Knowledge of data analytics, process optimization, and knowledge of system integrations. * Proven track record in leading projects and managing student administration operations. * Advanced knowledge of ITS student system and HEDA/JASPER (or equivalents). * **Specific Knowledge (from Key Performance Areas):** * Extensive knowledge of ITS student system. * Understanding of SAQA processes. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate should hold an M+4 (Honours) in Information Systems, ICT, Data Science, or a related field, with a minimum of seven years relevant working experience, including at least three years in information systems, systems support, or business process support within a higher education or similar environment. They should possess extensive knowledge of the ITS student system and an understanding of SAQA processes, with an added advantage for experience in data analytics, process optimization, knowledge of system integrations, advanced knowledge of HEDA/JASPER (or equivalents), and process mapping. The candidate must understand the Higher Education Landscape, have strong computer and management skills, a proven track record in leading projects and managing student administration operations. Personal attributes include being people-orientated, a hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative, innovative, respectful, honest, punctual, understanding protocol, and demonstrating transparency, integrity, and teamwork. **Deadline** 8/11/2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/academic-administrative-systems-specialist-b824-1-university-of-mpumalanga-ump Source: myjobmag

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