Academic Administrative Systems Specialist

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is a comprehensive University established to provide a relevant, engaged and sustainable learning and teaching environment of outstanding academic excellence to match not only the skills and economic needs of the Province and its people, but of the Country as a whole. The UMP invites applications for the following position/s.

Job Title

Academic Administrative Systems Specialist

Organisational Unit

University of Mpumalanga -> Registrar -> Academic Administration

Job Primary Purpose

The main purpose of this position/job is to assist the Deputy Registrar Academic Administration in the efficient running of student administration systems at institutional level. To ensure efficient operations, integration and enhancement of student systems whilst leading innovation projects that drive institutional effectiveness.

Key Performance Areas:

• 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.
• Extensive knowledge of ITS student system.
• Understanding of SAQA processes.
• M+4(Honours) in Information Systems, ICT, Administration, Data Science OR a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in student systems management, Specialist in higher education administration, or a related role in higher education.
• Experience in data analytics, process optimization, and knowledge of system integrations.
• At least 5 years' experience of academic administration in Higher Education, of which 3 years must be in an admissions and registration environment.
• Advanced Knowledge of the student ITS system, HEDA, JASPER.
• Experience in process mapping.
• 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 studentsystem, HEDA and JASPER.

• People orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative.
• Respect, honest, punctual and understand protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork.

22/3/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.