Hey future admin superstars! Looking for an awesome opportunity to kickstart your career right after graduation? Well, get ready because the University of the Free State (UFS) has an exciting chance for you! We’re talking about the UFS GPS Hub Reception Bursary for 2026 – a fantastic way to gain hands-on experience and get paid while you learn.
This “bursary” is actually a one-year graduate opportunity, designed to give unemployed graduates practical administrative experience at UFS’s Bloemfontein Campus. Think of it as a paid learning experience where you’ll be a vital part of the Career Services Unit, helping with reception duties, managing communications, and supporting key administrative processes. And yes, it comes with a monthly stipend to help you cover your living expenses while you build your professional portfolio!
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for this exciting opportunity, you need to tick a few boxes:
- You must have a B-degree (NQF Level 7) in one of these fields:
- Office Management
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Communications
- Human Resources Management
- You need to be unemployed and have no previous formal work experience. This is all about giving new graduates their first big break!
- You shouldn’t be participating in any other learnership or internship program.
- Be ready to sign an internship agreement with UFS.
Bonus points if you have:
- Good organisational and event management skills.
- Excellent proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Knowledge of CareerHub (Symplicity system), SharePoint, and Canva for presentations.
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) – you’ll be the first point of contact for many!
- The ability to work well under pressure and interact professionally with both students and staff.
What Does It Cover?
This incredible opportunity provides you with:
- A generous stipend of R9 100.50 per month to support you while you gain valuable experience.
- Practical, hands-on administrative experience in a dynamic university environment.
- Key responsibilities including:
- Managing reception functions, visitor logs, and key control.
- Receiving and sorting mail, and circulating communications.
- Supporting Student Affairs and CTL administrative processes.
- Welcoming visitors and providing first-line support for general enquiries.
- Handling telephone and email communications.
How to Apply?
Ready to jump in? Applying is straightforward, but make sure you follow these steps carefully:
- All applications must be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy portal.
- Click this link to head straight to the application page: Apply for UFS GPS Hub Reception Bursary 2026 here!
- You’ll need to upload the following documents (you can merge them if you have more than 8 attachments):
- Your detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Copies of your qualifications or official proof of qualifications (and SAQA accreditation if your qualification is from outside South Africa).
- A copy of your South African ID or a valid passport (for foreign nationals).
For any enquiries, you can reach out to UFS directly:
- Tel: 051 401 2558
- Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
- Additional assistance: 051 401 9813 / 2979 / 9629
Important Information
- Appointments are subject to UFS Employment Equity policies, with a preference given to under-represented groups, including candidates with disabilities.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within 6 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- UFS reserves the right not to fill the post.
If gaining valuable experience, boosting your CV, and getting paid sounds like your kind of opportunity, then don’t wait! The closing date is 5 October 2025. Apply now and set yourself up for a fantastic start to your career journey! While you’re here, why not explore more awesome bursaries and opportunities on Bursaries Room?
