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Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation is looking for a Project Administrator to manage finance and procurement across its research projects.

The Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University invites applications for the position of Project Administrator on a two-year fixed-term contract, based in Stellenbosch.

CERI leads pathogen genomic surveillance, biomedical discovery and innovation in disease treatment, diagnosis and prevention across Africa. The Project Administrator keeps this work running through accurate finance and procurement administration.

Key responsibilities

• Processing Goods Received Vouchers (GRVs) for supplier invoices on the Oracle Cloud Financial System (OCF)
• Tracking outstanding commitments and assisting with cost allocations on cost centres
• Processing staff expense claims, and preparing and tracking journals
• Receiving and verifying orders delivered to CERI
• Managing weekly supply orders, IT equipment procurement, travel arrangements and internal requisitions (IDO), in line with University policy

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification in a relevant field, such as business administration, project administration or finance
• At least one year’s experience in project administration or finance, preferably in a research or academic setting
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Recommendations

• Familiarity with university or research procurement processes
• Experience in multi-site or collaborative research projects
• Proficiency in financial management systems such as OCF
• Excellent communication skills

How to apply
Apply online at www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking “Apply now” on the vacancy page. Your application must include a comprehensive CV with the names and email addresses of at least three references.

• Reference: SDR/413/1026
• Closing date: 29 October 2026
• Commencement date: 1 December 2026

Enquiries about the post: Zama Khathi Majyambere, 021 808 4755, khathiz@sun.ac.za

Enquiries about remuneration, benefits or the online application: HR Client Services Centre, 021 808 2753, sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za

The University is committed to employment equity, and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

News date: 2026-10-26

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