Junior Tukkie Internal Project Coordinator - Department of Enrolment and Student Administration

The University of Pretoria is a multi-faculty research-intensive university that has remained among the top South African universities in research output and impact. UP is also the top producer of graduates in the country. With campuses in Pretoria and its surrounds, as well as in the country's economic hub, Johannesburg, UP is conveniently situated within close proximity to government departments and major research agencies. Its nine faculties and business school offer a diverse range of degrees, diplomas and certificates, over 1 000 of which are postgraduate programmes.

JOB PURPOSE:

The purpose of this job is to facilitate the recruitment of academically deserving students for studies at the University of Pretoria with a specific focus on prospective students from previously disadvantaged communities. Coordinating and managing the programmes within the division to meet the Universities recruitment objectives. To manage UP's internal flagship project JuniorTukkies (JT), JT Student Ambassador Society (JTSAS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Recruitment of prospective students through JuniorTukkie (JT) events: Organise and project manage JuniorTukkie (JT) events, on and off campus; Introduce prospective students and their parents to the University's recruitment programmes; Coordinate faculty and professional service department involvement in JuniorTukkie events; Compile programmes for JuniorTukkie events in collaboration with the Manager: Student Recruitment; Identify learners to be recruited for the JT programme, with a specific focus on learners from previously disadvantaged communities; Manage and facilitate the activities of the JT Student Ambassador Society: Compile a constitution for the JTSAS in conjunction with the Manager: Student Recruitment; Manage and oversee the scheduling of meetings and events for the JTSAS, in conjunction with the JTSAS Executive Committee; Administration and financial management: Submit detailed monthly reports on the JT activities and events; Maintain, use and administer UP allocated assets according to the UP procurement policy; Submit advance and expense reports according to UP financial policies; Acquire and submit comparative quotations as per policy for events and memorabilia; Oversee income and expenditure in the JTSAS allocated budget, and arrange for the monthly submission of financial reports to the Manager: Student Recruitment; Strategic planning and stakeholder relationship management: Engage with external stakeholders to gain access to prospective students to attend internal JT recruitment events; Engage with faculties and UP professional service departments in the execution of JT events; Participate and assist in the organising of faculty/JT events; Identify recruitment trends, collect data in the market and report it to the Manager: Student Recruitment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A Relevant Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology (Counselling or Educational Psychologist), Marketing and Communication, Project Management, Public Relations and Administration; with Three years' relevant working experience; Three years' experience in: Stakeholder relationship; Project management; Valid driver's license; OR A National Diploma; with Five years' relevant working experience; Five years' experience in: Stakeholder relationship; Project management; Valid driver's license. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES): Knowledge: Knowledge of qualification framework; Multilingualism; Knowledge of tertiary education environment; Technical competencies: Presentation and communication skills in English and Afrikaans; Computer literacy; Organisational skills; Behavioural competencies: Ability to: Develop and maintain effective relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork; Build and maintain ongoing, collaborative, working relationships with co-workers to achieve the goals of the work unit; Deal with others in difficult and complex situations to achieve resolution or adherence to laws and/or regulations; Use appropriate interpersonal skills and methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict; Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; Act to achieve goals beyond what is required; Be proactive; Attend to high stress situations calmly and effectively; Accomplish tasks and processes accurately and completely; Identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues; Present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience; Convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message; Listen and respond appropriately to others.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

A relevant postgraduate qualification; with Three to five years' experience in: Communication with students/learners; Recruitment of students. CLOSING DATE: 27 July 2026