Senior Officer: Student Registration Ref No: Nlc/173/2026

SALARY : R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE : Northlink TVET College (Central Office)

REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma/ Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Public Administration, Business Administration, Office Management, Administration or a relevant qualification.
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience in student administration, admissions, registration or a related higher education environment. Supervisory experience. Computer Literacy. Valid Driver's Licence. Knowledge and understanding of the TVET College sector and post-school education environment.
• Knowledge of DHET policies, guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures relating to student enrolment. Knowledge of student admission, registration and records management processes. Understanding of student information management systems. Understanding of public sector policies, including DHET/ TVET regulatory and compliance requirements. Planning and organisational skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical, investigative skills. Ability to interpret legislation, policies and procedures and apply them. Professionalism, accountability and ethical conduct. Sound judgement and objectivity. Ability to maintain confidence and exercise discretion.

DUTIES :

• Coordinate the implementation of student application and registration activities. Monitor application and registration processes to ensure efficiency and compliance with approved procedures. Provide support during annual, semester and trimester registration cycles. Monitor registration progress and assist in achieving institutional enrolment targets. Ensure compliance with approved admission requirements and selection processes. Coordinate the capturing, verification, maintenance and updating of student information on the Student Management System.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on registration information and student files. Allocate and monitor daily activities of registration administrative staff. Provide guidance and support to staff regarding registration processes and system requirements. Identify training needs and assist with capacity-building initiatives. Monitor service delivery standards and ensure continuous improvement.
• Coordinate responses to student registration-related enquiries. Provide accurate information regarding applications, admissions, registration processes and institutional requirements. Liaise with campuses, academic departments, student support services and external stakeholders to resolve registration matters. Implement approved policies, procedures and process improvements within the registration environment.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing required student registration information and evidence. Identify operational risks and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.