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Senior Management Information System (MIS) Officer

Full Time

Website Department of Higher Education and Training

The Department of Higher Education and Training is one of the departments of the South African government. It oversees universities and other post-secondary education in South Africa.

REQUIREMENTS :

  • Incumbent should have a relevant Senior Certificate / Grade 12/ NCV Certificate (Level 4). Applicants should be in possession of a recognised three (3) year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree in Information Management, Data Management, or an equivalent qualification.
  • A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of relevant working experience in data management, the TVET MIS environment, or a related field is required.
  • The ideal candidate must have a sound knowledge of the policies and governance framework applicable to TVET Colleges, including an understanding of the TVETMIS system and the annual reporting requirements for Higher Education Institutions.
  • In-depth knowledge of information management principles, as well as the application and interpretation of office management systems such as COLTECH, data warehouse systems, and IT-related prescripts, is essential.

DUTIES :

  • The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of the TVET Management Information System (MIS) across the college. Key responsibilities include setting up the system for enrolment, ensuring timely and accurate data capturing, performing regular validations, and maintaining data quality standards.
  • This role requires managing student data, extracting statistical information for reporting purposes, and coordinating with system service providers for upgrades and technical support.
  • The incumbent will oversee the accurate capture of approved enrolments and registrations within specified deadlines. Additional duties include compiling and submitting weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on student statistics, skills programmes, learnerships, examinations, and staffing to both management and the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
  • The candidate will also maintain and manage the Coltech student system and related platforms, ensuring alignment with DHET requirements through rigorous quality control and validation processes.
  • Oversight of academic system functions such as timetabling, assessment marks, class groupings, census dates, and curriculum records is required, along with the application of standard calculation criteria.
  • The role further involves monitoring the administration and timely renewal of MIS licenses, ensuring the continuous efficiency of all student information systems. Effective management of human, physical, and financial resources within the unit is essential, including staff supervision, performance management, and the completion of performance agreements

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