6 Academic Coach jobs in South Africa
Student Support Administrator
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The Invictus Education Group is seeking a proactive and student-focused Student Support Administrator to join our Distance Campus team in Umhlanga.
This in-office role is pivotal in ensuring a seamless student onboarding experience and providing ongoing support throughout the student's learning journey. The successful candidate will play a key role in reinforcing communication and engagement from registration through to completion, helping students stay informed, motivated, and on track.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
A minimum of 2 years work experience in a customer service role and one year experience within the private education sector. A completed tertiary qualification will be an advantage.
Essential Skills
- Strong computer and systems literacy
- Problem solving skills
- Strong administrative skills
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Service delivery orientation
- Ability to analyze and report on data.
- Advise on initiatives to improve/close service delivery gaps
- Ability to advise on initiatives to improve/close service delivery gaps
Qualities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Patient, empathetic and helpful
- Sense of urgency
- Organized
- Sense of urgency
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
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attorney: student support
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Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
FACULTY OF LAW
Legal Aid Clinic
ATTORNEY: STUDENT SUPPORT (One-Year Fixed Term Contract)
Minimum Requirements:
- A four-year LLB Degree
- Proof of Admission and Practice as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
- Proof of Registration and good standing with the relevant Legal Practice Council
- A minimum of three - five years' post-admission legal practice experience.
- Proven ability and experience in criminal and civil litigation as well as case management.
- A service record of your current employer/last employer only applicable to external applica
Added Advantages:
- Experience in teaching and/or facilitating legal education and/or training in a higher education environment
- A copy of your driver's license,
- An advanced degree in Law
Key Roles and Responsibilities Include:
Implement, facilitate, and monitor the clinical legal education training program for undergraduate law students at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
Facilitate the training of candidate attorneys and students as required.
- Ensure active involvement in research activities of the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Provide legal services in line with services offered by the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Coordinating provision for client consultations for law students
- Assist with community engagement programmes at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic and the Faculty of Law where required.
- Work in a team with colleagues within the Faculty.
- Contribute to academic coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the provision of legal services and student teaching at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
Competencies:
Results-oriented
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfill obligations.
Strategic thinking
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
- The ability to carefully analyze information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
Business acumen
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good research skills and writing abilities.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together
Building coalitions
- The ability to be sensitive and understanding of the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision.
Closing Date: 10 October 2025
To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:
Visit the Website for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online.
- Applications must be accompanied by:
a) A recent and comprehensive curriculum vitae
b) A Covering Letter stating how applicants satisfy the requirements of the advertised position/s
c) A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form
d) Copies of the applicant's qualifications. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from SAQA. - No faxed, emailed or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
- Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application/s being disqualified
Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only. Queries can be directed to Fungai Matumba on and
The University reserves the right NOT to make a permanent appointment at this stage.
University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
For more information please contact:
Fungai Matumba
Junior Attorney: Student Support
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Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
Since its bold founding in 1916, the University of Fort Hare has embodied courage, resilience, and the pursuit of transformation. From its proud legacy as a cradle of African leadership and intellectual liberation to its continued determination to overcome contemporary challenges, Fort Hare's spirit of renewal endures. The University has been steadily advancing its transformative journey over the years — the Decade of Renewal, marked by accountability, innovation, and academic excellence.
Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, Fort Hare offers more than just a place to work; it offers a purpose. Here, you can help shape the future of one of South Africa's most historic and culturally rich institutions, while enjoying the province's natural beauty, sense of community, and space for professional growth.
Are you ready to be part of this journey and help reposition this iconic institution to the place it so richly deserves?
Applications are invited from visionary and committed professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the University's ongoing renewal.
Faculty of Law
Legal Aid Clinic
Junior Attorney: Student Support (One-Year Fixed Term Contract)
Minimum Requirements:
- A four-year LLB Degree
- Proof of Admission and Practice as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
- Proof of Registration and good standing with the relevant Legal Practice Council
- A minimum of three - five years' post-admission legal practice experience.
- Proven ability and experience in criminal and civil litigation as well as case management.
- A service record of your current employer/last employer only applicable to external applica
Added Advantages:
- Experience in teaching and/or facilitating legal education and/or training in a higher education environment
- A copy of your driver's license,
- An advanced degree in Law
Key Roles and Responsibilities Include:
- Implement, facilitate, and monitor the clinical legal education training program for undergraduate law students at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Facilitate the training of candidate attorneys and students as required.
- Ensure active involvement in research activities of the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Provide legal services in line with services offered by the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Coordinating provision for client consultations for law students
- Assist with community engagement programmes at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic and the Faculty of Law where required.
- Work in a team with colleagues within the Faculty.
- Contribute to academic coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the provision of legal services and student teaching at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
Competencies:
Results-oriented
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfill obligations.
Strategic thinking
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
- The ability to carefully analyze information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
Business acumen
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good research skills and writing abilities.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together
Building coalitions
- The ability to be sensitive and understanding of the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision.
ENQUIRIES:
Queries regarding job content can be directed to Ms. Fungai Matumba on and
The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
APPLICATIONS:Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to visit the website for a more comprehensive advert.
Applications must be made online before the closing date, and the following documents must be attached:
A completed University of Fort Hare application form,
Detailed Curriculum Vitae,
A Cover letter stating how you satisfy the requirements of the advertised position,
Names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees,
Copies of all your academic qualifications and proof of registration with professional bodies,
If applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.
Incomplete or applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
CLOSING DATE: 2 November 2025
University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
Junior Attorney: Student Support (One-Year Fixed Term Contract)
Posted 7 days ago
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Minimum Requirements:
- A four-year LLB Degree
- Proof of Admission and Practice as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
- Proof of Registration and good standing with the relevant Legal Practice Council
- A minimum of three - five years post-admission legal practice experience.
- Proven ability and experience in criminal and civil litigation as well as case management.
- A service record of your current employer/last employer only applicable to external applicants.
Added Advantages:
- Experience in teaching and/or facilitating legal education and/or training in a higher education environment
- A copy of your driver's license,
- An advanced degree in Law
Key Roles and Responsibilities Include:
- Implement, facilitate, and monitor the clinical legal education training program for undergraduate law students at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Facilitate the training of candidate attorneys and students as required.
- Ensure active involvement in research activities of the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Provide legal services in line with services offered by the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
- Coordinating provision for client consultations for law students
- Assist with community engagement programmes at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic and the Faculty of Law where required.
- Work in a team with colleagues within the Faculty.
- Contribute to academic coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the provision of legal services and student teaching at the UFH Legal Aid Clinic.
Competencies:
Results-oriented
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfill obligations.
Strategic thinking
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
- The ability to carefully analyze information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
Business acumen
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good research skills and writing abilities.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together
Building coalitions
- The ability to be sensitive and understanding of the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision.
ENQUIRIES:
Operations Support – Student Accommodation
Posted 17 days ago
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A leading property management division is seeking an Operations Support professional to assist in the administration, technical coordination, and financial oversight of a student accommodation portfolio. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication, planning, and technical skills to support the efficient management of building assets and service providers.
Key Responsibilities Portfolio Administration
- Manage and file correspondence, documentation, drawings, reports, and task briefs.
- Handle internal and external communications professionally.
- Compile monthly technical services reports and expenditure applications.
- Utilize software for asset management, repairs, and maintenance cost control.
- Participate in property management, development, and service provider meetings.
- Apply HR and industrial relations procedures (Labour Relations Act).
- Implement company policies, technical specifications, and contract terms.
- Manage procurement processes nationally.
- Coordinate audits and submit tenders and proposals for new business.
- Oversee documentation handover for new developments and upgrades.
- Maintain and file electrical compliance certificates.
- Ensure major expenses align with budget timelines.
- Communicate with stakeholders regarding maintenance and service work.
- Ensure contracted services meet service agreement standards.
- Provide reports to Asset Managers and attend monthly portfolio meetings.
- Assist with day-to-day maintenance issues and service contract audits.
- Support compilation of expense schedules, ops cost schedules, and national rates.
- Monitor staff performance and training needs.
Financial Budgeting and Cost Control
- Assist in formulating and managing annual repairs and maintenance budgets.
- Update planned maintenance budgets and control expenditures.
- Manage facilities cost allocation and recovery.
- Expedite orders and invoices and adjudicate tenders/quotations.
- Apply expenditure and authority limits procedures.
- Provide operating cost budgets for new developments.
Technical Support and Service
- Attend property-related meetings and support new developments and inspections.
- Liaise with customers regarding service requests and deficiencies.
- Coordinate with service providers for query resolution and service delivery.
- Ensure fair use of service providers per company policy.
- Liaise with local authorities and government departments.
Maintenance of Building Assets
- Maintain building assets per investment strategy and benchmarks:
- Mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, security, fire control, garden reticulation, lifts, escalators, and conveyors.
- Conduct annual building condition audits and due diligence surveys.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong communication and time management skills.
- Innovative thinking and process adherence.
- Professional interaction with tenants and landlords.
- Reliability, transparency, and a positive attitude.
- Assertiveness and empathy in client and staff engagement.
- Organizational and planning capabilities.
- High moral standards and motivation.
Skills and Competencies
- Communication, planning, organization, and deadline management.
- Professionalism and leadership by example.
- Sensitivity to operational and human capital needs.
- Ability to foster a productive office environment.
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12 (Matric) and a relevant Diploma or Degree in Property Studies.
- 1–3 years of experience in property management.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
Operations Support – Student Accommodation
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The Focus Group Cape Town, South Africa 08 October 2025 Junior / Mid 0 - 0 Full Time Cost to Company 1 years - 3 years Skills Property Administration Technical Vendor Management Procurement Financial Planning Budget Management Cost Controlling Audits Compliance Management Microsoft Office Organizational Management Industries Property Asset Management Real Estate Job Description
Job Overview
A leading property management division is seeking an Operations Support professional to assist in the administration, technical coordination, and financial oversight of a student accommodation portfolio. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication, planning, and technical skills to support the efficient management of building assets and service providers.
Key Responsibilities Portfolio Administration
Manage and file correspondence, documentation, drawings, reports, and task briefs.
Handle internal and external communications professionally.
Compile monthly technical services reports and expenditure applications.
Utilize software for asset management, repairs, and maintenance cost control.
Participate in property management, development, and service provider meetings.
HR and industrial relations procedures (Labour Relations Act).
Implement company policies, technical specifications, and contract terms.
Manage procurement processes nationally.
Coordinate audits and submit tenders and proposals for new business.
Oversee documentation handover for new developments and upgrades.
Maintain and file electrical compliance certificates.
Ensure major expenses align with budget timelines.
Communicate with stakeholders regarding maintenance and service work.
Ensure contracted services meet service agreement standards.
Provide reports to Asset Managers and attend monthly portfolio meetings.
Assist with day-to-day maintenance issues and service contract audits.
Support compilation of expense schedules, ops cost schedules, and national rates.
Monitor staff performance and training needs.
Financial Budgeting and Cost Control
Assist in formulating and managing annual repairs and maintenance budgets.
Update planned maintenance budgets and control expenditures.
Manage facilities cost allocation and recovery.
Expedite orders and invoices and adjudicate tenders/quotations.
expenditure and authority limits procedures.
Provide operating cost budgets for new developments.
Technical Support and Service
Attend property-related meetings and support new developments and inspections.
Liaise with customers regarding service requests and deficiencies.
Coordinate with service providers for query resolution and service delivery.
Ensure fair use of service providers per company policy.
Liaise with local authorities and government departments.
Maintenance of Building Assets
Maintain building assets per investment strategy and benchmarks:
Mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, security, fire control, garden reticulation, lifts, escalators, and conveyors.
Conduct annual building condition audits and due diligence surveys.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Strong communication and time management skills.
Innovative thinking and process adherence.
Professional interaction with tenants and landlords.
Reliability, transparency, and a positive attitude.
Assertiveness and empathy in client and staff engagement.
Organizational and planning capabilities.
High moral standards and motivation.
Skills and Competencies
Communication, planning, organization, and deadline management.
Professionalism and leadership by example.
Sensitivity to operational and human capital needs.
Ability to foster a productive office environment.
Qualifications and Experience
Grade 12 (Matric) and a relevant Diploma or Degree in Property Studies.
1–3 years of experience in property management.
Proficiency in MS Office and Excel.
Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
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