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Department of Residence Affairs and Accommodation - Coordinator : Residence Life

Department of Residence Affairs and Accommodation - Coordinator : Residence Life

University of Pretoria / Universiteit van PretoriaPretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Job title : Department of Residence Affairs and Accommodation - Coordinator : Residence Life

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline : November 10, 2025

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Student Life Programme Coordination
  • Design, coordinate and evaluate student-life programmes such as Welcoming & Orientation, leadership-training camps, excellence awards and other residence activities.
  • Support and advise House Committees and Sub-Council leaders in planning, governance and conflict management.
  • Act as liaison between Residence Affairs, Student Affairs and other University departments to ensure alignment of student-engagement initiatives.
  • Analyse student feedback and programme data to recommend evidence-based improvements that strengthen residence culture and belonging.

Residence Administration and Student Support

  • Receive and process reports on House Committee operations and residence-leadership activities.
  • Facilitate communication and documentation for disciplinary and student-support matters, in coordination with the Junior Legal Officer : Residences.
  • Support transformation and diversity initiatives within the residence environment.
  • Assist in crisis response and incident coordination in collaboration with Residence Heads and the Manager : Residence Management and Student Life.
  • Contribute to budget planning and ensure compliance with procurement and financial policies during student activities.

    • Marketing and Communication Support

  • Oversee residence-life communication strategies and ensure accuracy of residence webpages and internal publications.
  • Manage social-media content and digital engagement for residence programmes.
  • Develop and execute marketing campaigns that enhance residence-life participation and student recruitment.
  • Liaise with University departments (e.g. Institutional Advancement, Facilities Management, Security Services, etc.) and external partners to support residence-life visibility and reputation.

    • Supervision and Stakeholder Coordination

  • Supervise and evaluate student assistants, interns and contract staff supporting residence-life activities.
  • Provide guidance to student-leadership structures and assume an acting role in the absence of the Manager : Residence Management and Student Life.
  • Serve as a key contact point for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and service delivery.

    • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

  • A Bachelor’s degree.
  • At least 4 years of experience in coordinating structured / organised student life, leadership development, and programme management in a tertiary environment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, report writing, and document management systems.
  • Experience in financial administration and budget control.
  • Strong organisational and project coordination skills.

    • ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES :

  • Relevant postgraduate qualification in a field related to Student Affairs, Higher Education or Leadership
  • Knowledge of digital communication platforms and social media management.
  • Experience in data analysis, evaluation and reporting on student engagement and programmes.
  • Supervisory experience (interns, student assistants or teams).

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