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Chief Functional Specialist at The Stellenbosch University (SU)

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Job Description

Human Resources Division

Chief Functional Specialist (Post Level 7)

(Full-Time)

(Stellenbosch Campus)

Ref: MHB/204/0825

The Stellenbosch University (SU) Human Resources Division provides support, development and maintenance of the Human Resources and Payroll system.

The sub-division is involved in testing, deploying, trouble shooting and managing the Oracle Business Suite of applications in a Microsoft Windows Operating System environment for Stellenbosch University.

Job Industry

Human Resource Management

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Providing support to end users regarding all Oracle applications.
  • Routinely assisting clients in resolving problems in the use of Oracle-based applications.
  • Responsible for gathering, understanding, interpreting, and consolidating user requirements.
  • Responsible for ensuring continuous business improvement.
  • Working with consultants, developers, and technical support personnel to implement and support programs and interfaces.
  • Working with users, developers, and DBAs to coordinate the implementation and integration of new Oracle e-Business applications.
  • Working with developers and DBAs to design and implement changes, patches, and enhancements to current Oracle applications according to Oracle and Stellenbosch University standards and conventions.
  • Reviewing and debugging existing configurations and reporting findings as necessary.
  • Managing, and where applicable, conducting client and consultant training related to Oracle applications.
  • Responsible for ensuring that the documentation of all application configurations and customisations is kept current.
  • Creating reports on the Oracle reporting platform based on client specifications.
  • Implementing new modules / functions through proper project management and change management methodologies.
  • Testing new Oracle modules / functionality.
  • Writing / updating training manuals for key functions in application.
  • Applying system change management with regards to all development and support.

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • NQF level 7 qualification in a relevant study field with six years' relevant experience, OR at least ten years' experience in a relevant field.
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Teams and SharePoint structures, Microsoft Excel, and service desk applications.
  • Experienced in Jira applications.
  • The ability to write reports using SQL and to understand the latest reporting concepts.
  • Knowledge of principles of Project Management and Agile project methodologies.
  • The ability to express business and technical concepts, both verbally and in writing.
  • A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Exposure to business process modelling, analytical tools, and methodologies.
  • The ability to work proactively, both in a team as well as independently.
  • Outstanding interpersonal relations.
  • Good analytical skills.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability, with the ability to drive improvement initiatives.

Application Process

Close Date

19/09/2025

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