Programme Coordinator _ d-School Afrika _ CHED

University of Cape Town; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution in Cape Town is seeking a Programme Coordinator for the d-School Afrika to oversee programme delivery and financial management. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in project coordination within the academic sector, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in digital platforms. This role is critical for ensuring efficient administrative processes and successful programme outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of work experience in project and programme coordination in a Higher Education environment.
• Proven experience of budgeting, financial management, and reporting for the full programme lifecycle.
• Experience in onboarding, training, and managing subordinates.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate programmes and activities for successful delivery of d-school programmes in all formats.
• Update and maintain administrative and logistical processes for efficiency.
• Manage financial processes of programmes, ensuring current and accurate records.

Skills

Project coordination

Budgeting and financial management

Communication skills

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Collaborative digital platforms

Attention to detail

Education

NQF level 7 qualification

Job description

Job Title: Programme Coordinator - d-School Afrika - CHED

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: August 21, 2025

Requirements:

• NQF level 7 qualification
• At least 5 years of work experience in project and programme coordination in a Higher Education environment
• Proven experience of budgeting, financial management, administration, and reporting for the full programme lifecycle
• Experience in onboarding, training, and managing subordinates
• Administrative management experience in processes and systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with interpersonal and customer service skills
• High proficiency in computer literacy (e.g., MS Office suite)
• Knowledge and experience with collaborative digital platforms (e.g., Miro, Zoom)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure with accuracy in a deadline-driven environment
• Proactive with the ability to make critical decisions promptly

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate programmes and activities for the successful delivery of d-school programmes in all formats (online, hybrid, face-to-face)
• Update and maintain administrative and logistical processes for efficiency across all programme formats
• Manage financial processes of programmes, ensuring they are current and accurate
• Ensure programme communication aligns with d-school strategy for stakeholders including students, leads, coaches, project partners, and UCT faculties
• Manage d-school’s studio assistants and admin assistants to ensure efficient support for all programmes
• Perform administrative and management tasks as required