Southern Business School Careers

STADIO is a multi-campus higher education institution with a national footprint, as well as hosting a number of student support centres in South Africa and Namibia. STADIO endeavours to widen access to top-quality higher education and highlight the importance of equipping graduates with accredited qualifications that are recognised by the industry. STADIO Holdings acquired the following six private higher education institutions (PHEIs): AFDA, Embury Institute for Higher Education, LISOF, Milpark Education, Prestige Academy and Southern Business School.

STADIO has consolidated SBS, Embury, LISOF and Prestige Academy to form a single registered private higher education institution which is known as STADIO (Pty) Ltd, consisting of the following five faculties:

Arts and Design
Commerce, Administration and Management
Education
Law
Science and Technologies.

STADIO offers a variety of academic and career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications through both contact and distance learning modes of delivery.

The following vacancies are currently available at STADIO:

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION BOOKKEEPER / SENIOR PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

STADIO (Pty) Ltd is inviting applications for the position of Bookkeeper/ Senior Payroll Administrator.

To process and manage payroll and assist Financial Manager at the Musgrave or Centurion Campus.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Payroll responsibilities:

Manage the payroll to ensure employers and third parties are paid timeously and accurately
Execute and oversee the day-to-day operations of payroll in line with the standard operating procedures
Ensure accurate capturing of payroll
Responsible for checking payroll input for hiring, resignation and terminations
Administration of data for employee benefits
Update and maintain employee data on payroll
Enter payroll information and maintain accurate files
Respond to employee queries on payroll and resolving payroll issues

Bookkeeper Responsibilities:

General Accountant liaison
Assist Finance Manager with monthly reconciliations and annual financials
Supply all information, documents, and reports as required
BEE administration
Creation and maintaining of file for annual Audit
IOD administration
Generate invoicing and credit notes when required
Action and carry out tasks in the finance department effectively and accurately
Assist with the preparation of year-end accounts and statutory accounts
Maintenance of documents
Assist with monthly reports
Accurately process customer and supplier invoices in the accounting system
Ensure month-end deadlines are meet for timeous payments
Banking Administrator

Minimum Requirements | Qualifications:

Minimum 3-5 years working experience in a similar position. Formal payroll qualifications will be an advantage

Finance related certificate/diploma will be an advantage
Familiar with statutory returns and submissions
UIF procedures
Strong knowledge of Total Guaranteed Packages and structured remuneration
Strong knowledge of employees’ tax and payroll systems
Strong computer skills
Knowledge of financial packages
Ability to build good relationships in a multi-faceted and diverse environment

Key Attributes:

Confidential, professional, deadline-driven and self-motivated
Strong administration skills
Be able to multi-task and prioritise tasks in order of importance
Must be good with figures and must be accurate
Problem-solving skills and analytical skills required
Customer service orientation

Assumption Date: Immediate

Closing date for applications: 8 October 2021

Candidates wishing to apply for the position are requested to submit the following documentation, to hr@stadio.ac.za

Please use the reference: Title of position

A letter of application and motivation, concisely detailing individual suitability for the position
A concise Curriculum Vitae with no attachments

All applications will be treated as highly confidential. STADIO Faculty of Education reserves the right to not fill this position.

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PGCE APPLICATION REVIEWER (CENTURION CAMPUS)

STADIO (Pty) Ltd is inviting applications for the fixed-term contract position of PGCE Application Reviewer at the Centurion Campus

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Ensure PGCE Applicants adhere to minimum requirements prescribed by DHET to be approved for the programme
Assess the academic transcripts of applicants for the STADIO PGCE and recommend Senior Phase and FET subject specializations the applicant will qualify to enroll for
Work with another Panel Member to assist with approvals
Liaise with relevant academic and administrative staff throughout the re review and approval process
Provide recommendations for students who do not meet the entry requirements and would like to pursue the PGCE

Minimum Requirements | Qualifications:

Minimum BEdHons or equivalent relevant qualification

Teaching, learning and/or administration experience in Higher Education
Sound knowledge of the Minimum Requirements for Teacher Education Qualifications (MRTEQ) policy
Sound knowledge of and experience on the PGCE structure and curriculum
Experience in admission requirements for PGCE and/or any post-graduate qualifications
Familiar with SharePoint, spreadsheets and Word

Additional requirements:

Available to participate in training and review workshops – extensive online training will be provided
Must have own PC/laptop and connectivity
Willing to work from home
STADIO email address will be provided to all successful candidates to access document repository and spreadsheets

Key Attributes:

Excellent time management skills
Pays close attention to detail and can work independently and accurately under pressure
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to work with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate in a courteous, tactful, and concise manner
Committed to producing quality work

Assumption Date: Immediate

Closing date for applications: 9 October 2021

Candidates wishing to apply for the position are requested to submit the following documentation, to recruitment@stadio.ac.za

Please use the reference: Title of position: PGCE App/Rev

A letter of application and motivation, concisely detailing individual suitability for the position
A concise Curriculum Vitae with no attachments

All applications will be treated as highly confidential. STADIO Faculty of Education reserves the right to not fill this position.

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION STUDENT ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT OFFICER (MUSGRAVE CAMPUS)

STADIO (Pty) Ltd is inviting applications for the position of Student Administration and Support Officer at the Musgrave Campus.

The primary task of the is to provide first-line information, advice, guidance and assistance to students and visitors on a variety of issues such as career, finance and registration.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Answer inbound calls, emails, web enquiries of past, current and prospective students
Attending to and resolving HelpDesk requests
Assist students with the admission and registration process to ensure appropriate guidance is provided regarding programme and qualification requirements and financial obligations
Provide prospective students with the highest level of customer service through effective phone, email and face-to-face communication
Build and maintain good relationships with students, customers and colleagues
Review enrolment/registration documentation received from prospective and returning students and ensure all required information is obtained
Maintain a deregistration list per programme
Maintaining student records of new and returning students
Archiving of student records of past students
Demonstrate an awareness of the ethos, organisational policies and procedures of the Student Administration and Support Office
Provide academic and general administrative functions including maintaining databases, creation of spreadsheets, filing and photocopying to support the work of the Student Administration and Support office
Ensure the efficient processing of student academic administration, maintain the personal and academic student profile of all registered students’ information on the Student Information Management Systems (SIMS)
Deal with routine personal and telephone enquiries from students, members of the public, outside agencies and staff and analyse queries, complaints and support request data relating to the campus in order to improve the student experience
Compose letters such as Registration confirmation; authentication letters; and graduation confirmation letters
Provide accurate, relevant and up-to-date information to staff, students, parents and the public
Keep manual and computerised records up to date and collect statistical information to monitor activities against key performance indicators and service level agreements
Manage Assessment administration on the campus to ensure an efficient and well-run examination period
Manage the application process and schedules of missed assessments such as the collection of medical certificates and letters for students who have missed assessments
Assist with the campus graduation administration and graduation ceremonies
Arrange consultation between students and academic staff; record and maintain student correspondence, registration and exam results
Ensure the Student Administration and Support staff are working together and completing tasks
Participate in team training and development activities

Minimum Requirements | Qualifications:

Matric plus one-year relevant qualification

Two years relevant experience in a similar environment
Experience and competency in word processing and spreadsheets
Experience in the use of Student Information Management System (SIMS) or equivalent
Experience in the use of Moodle and Canvas
Experience in the use of FreshDesk is an advantage

Key Attributes:

This position requires an individual who could pay close attention to detail and can work independently and accurately under pressure
Should also have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
Enthusiasm and the ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant change
Ability to work with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate in a courteous, tactful, and concise manner
Committed to producing quality work

Assumption Date: Immediate

Closing date for applications: 11 October 2021

Candidates wishing to apply for the position are requested to submit the following documentation, to hr@stadio.ac.za

Please use the reference: Student Administration and Support Officer