GRANT ADMINISTRATOR X2

by

WITS HEALTH CONSORTIUM (PTY) LTD

VACANCY: GRANT ADMINISTRATOR (Ref: Grant Administrator: 03)

Type: Permanent / Fixed Term / Temporary
Location: Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Soweto


Closing Date: 16 October 2025

Main Purpose of the Job

To carry out accounting and administrative duties and maintain the petty cash process.

Key Performance Areas

  • Adhere to financial policies and procedures.
  • Complete petty cash requisition vouchers and ensure they are signed by the Project Head.
  • Disburse money, store vouchers, and obtain recipient signatures for all cash disbursements.
  • Attach proof of money distribution (e.g. receipts, reimbursement forms, etc.).
  • Ensure petty cash is securely stored outside designated usage times.
  • Reconcile daily disbursements and balance cash and voucher books.
  • Investigate and record shortages or surpluses, and document disbursements on the system.
  • Submit petty cash reconciliations to WHC for payment.
  • Prepare and arrange FNB petty cash replenishment forms for reimbursement.
  • Ensure forms are approved and signed by two project directors before submission to FNB.
  • Record receipt of petty cash funds on the log sheet.
  • Maintain assigned accounts.
  • Assist the Grant Management team with ad-hoc tasks and loading of internal invoices for payment.

Required Minimum Education and Training

  • Grade 12 with Accounting.
  • A relevant certificate in Bookkeeping or Finance will be an added advantage.

Required Minimum Work Experience

  • At least 3 years’ general administration experience.

Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience and Personal Abilities

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook).
  • Experience with any accounting system and online banking is essential.
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills.
  • Systematic, analytical, and detail-oriented.
  • Self-motivated, confident, and assertive.
  • Able to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
  • Resilient to interruptions and willing to work additional hours if required.
  • Able to establish effective working relationships with WHC staff and external stakeholders.
  • Capable of working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Able to provide sound knowledge and advice to stakeholders.

Employment Equity

In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments.

Application Process

Interested applicants should send a detailed CV to vacancies44@witshealth.co.za.
The subject line of the email must read: Grant Administrator: 03

Please include the following documents:

  • A cover letter (maximum one page) clearly stating the position you are applying for.
  • A detailed CV.

Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not received a response within two weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

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