Jobs at Grindrod Limited in South Africa- Controller Job Vacancy

  Job Title:  Controller - Cartage
REF: GIM/SS(/Controller - Cartage/Gauteng/300812


Recruiter: Grindrod Limited Updated on: 2012-08-31 00:00:00
Start Date: 2012-08-30 End Date: 2012-09-07
AA/EE: Applicable Contract Permanent
Location: Gauteng Available: ASAP
Category: Freight / Shipping / Transport / Import / Export Basic salary range: TBA
Reporting To: N/A Department: N/A
Division: Grindrod (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd - Grindrod Intermodal Positions: 1
Introduction
To ensure that all customer deliveries between terminals, customers and depots are executed in accordance with the cartage plan.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 with Code 08 Drivers License
2 years experience in a Freight Handling Enviroment
Matric with at least two years experience in transport or any other operational environment.
Ability to communicate in English, Afrikaans and at least one black language.
Ability to work under pressure.
Willingness to work shifts and extended hours, including weekends.
Job Specification
Customer Care
· To understand that my job function at Grindrod Intermodal is to serve our customers as well as our fellow employees with respect, understanding and commitment to achieve service excellence.
· To respond courteously and immediately to customer queries and requests.· To ensure that the quality of service that I render is of the highest standard at all times and to appreciate that work of substandard quality is unacceptable.
· To realize that the customer’s support is what ensures the continued existence of GIM and hence, this impacts directly on the continued employment of me and my colleagues.
· To ensure that I make every effort to educate myself in all facets of our business by observing operational procedures and seeking answers to all the questions that I have from all available sources.
· To ensure that I demonstrate honesty and integrity in all my dealings with customers and colleagues.
· To ensure that I never make a promises to internal and external customers that I cannot keep.

Planning
· Receive Documents from Operation
· Receive movement instructions from the operations department.
· Meet daily in the afternoon with the Operations staff to plan deliveries and prioritise as per customer’s requirements.
· Send operations a copy of the delivery schedule for the deliveries planned for the following day.
· Agree and draw up a planning schedule in accordance with the agreed criteria i.e. zone, container size, mass, container status and movement category.
· Ensure that capacity is available to accommodate and execute work-load.
· Reconcile schedule against physical documents available and query any discrepancies with operations staff.
· Organise documents in appropriate zones and bundle movement instructions in a manner that minimizes solo trips and optimizes vehicle delivery performance.

Movement ManagementDistribution of work to Sub-Contractors
· Receive documentation, duly bundled and defining delivery sequence.
· Allocate job to the drivers based on horse and trailer combination required and in the sequence prescribed by the planning process.
· Process enquiry on CCTS by capturing the documentation reference number.
· Capture driver and sub-contractor details onto CCTS against the respective job allocated.
· Update trailer registration number received from the driver for that particular movement against job allocated.· Highlight any special instruction details reflected on the document and inform driver accordingly prior to dispatch and issuing of movement instruction.
· Based on the pre-load plan issued by operations; ensure that the containers are pre-loaded in accordance with the planning schedule.
· Ensure that no further work is allocated to a driver until the initial bundle allocated is complete.

Tracking and Monitoring
· Monitor the execution of work allocated to drivers at all times.
· Scrutinize movement instructions to ensure signatures of receiving / dispatching parties.
· Update CCTS with details to signify completion of move. In instances where system down time is recorded, update manual schedules and ensure that outstanding events are captured onto CCTS as soon as the system is up again.
· Ensure that all pre-loaded containers are dispatched by 06H30 each morning.
· Maintain cellular phone contact with drivers to check in all instances where the delivery performance is not in accordance with the planned move.
· Maintain regular contact with drivers delivering “priority containers “to ensure that they arrive safely as requested.
· Keep operations staff updated at all times.

Shift Hand-Over Attendance
· When working the morning shift, ensure that a complete handover list is given to the relieving cartage controller in terms of all outstanding cartage deliveries and collections.
· Ensure that copy of this list is handed to the Supervisor or Manager.
· When working the afternoon shift, ensure presence until the last planned move is executed.
· Observe attendance at the cartage office in strict accordance with the duty roster ensuring that starting times are strictly adhered to.

DocumentationDelivery Documents
· Ensure that a copy of each and every movement instruction is obtained from the driver and returned to the operations department as proof of delivery. This must be done on a daily basis.
· Ensure that all export ctos are handed over to Transnet Freight Rail planning department as and when the container arrives at the inland terminal for acceptance for railage.
· Ensure that the container and seal numbers that are reflected on the cto are updated correctly on CCTS against the correct document number.
· Ensure that new documents are received from the operations department for operational deviation of service.

Trip Sheets
· Ensure that trip-sheets are handed in daily by all drivers.
· Ensure that trip-sheets are accompanied by Pods.
· Process enquiry on CCTS and view the cartage charge payable to the sub-contractor for that specific move.
· Endorse amount onto the trip sheet and sign off the driver trip sheet as acknowledgement of completion of the move.
· Ensure that rate endorsed is correct by referencing against rate table in possession of Supervisor/Manager.

Administration
· Obtain copies of all the trip–sheets plus the Pods on a daily basis, reconcile on a daily basis and file against individual sub-contractors.
· Ensure that all trip sheets are handed over the following morning to the accounts department for capturing purposes.
· Amend trip sheets where operational exceptions occur by withdrawing original trip sheets issued and issuing amended one.
· Ensure Pods handed over to Ops staff on a daily basis.
· Investigate discrepancies identified by the Finance department and provide resolution.
· Issue diesel slips to drivers ensuring that correct information is recorded and passed to the Finance department for month end processing of deductions.
· Ensure all traffic fines with appropriate details are forwarded to the risk department for investigation and resolution.
· In conjunction with the trailer park department, participate in physical sighting of trailers on a monthly basis to ensure that they are in circulation.

General Operations
· Ensure that notification of all operational exceptions such as futile trips, redirections etc. are immediately communicated through to the operations department both verbally and in writing.
· Ensure that a new movement instruction is received for each and every operational exception.
· Ensure that the original trip sheet issued is withdrawn and cancelled or complimented by the operational exception. Trip sheet must reflect additional leg performed with the applicable rate.
· Provide immediate notification to the operations department and risk department of all break-downs and accidents reported.
· Identify delays at depots, terminals, customers and advise the operations department immediately. Re-organise delivery schedule to counter-act such delays.
· Ensure that problems experienced are made known to the Supervisor/Manager at all times.

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Human Resources Officer Job Vacancy at Grindrod in South Africa

  Job Title:  Officer- Human Resources
REF: LOG/MM/Officer- Human Resources/Rosslyn/240812

Recruiter: Grindrod Limited Updated on: 2012-08-31 00:00:00
Start Date: 2012-08-24 End Date: 2012-08-31
AA/EE: Applicable Contract Permanent
Location: Rosslyn Available: ASAP
Category: Logistics Basic salary range: Market Related
Reporting To: National Manager - HR Department: Automative Services
Division: Grindrod (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd - Grindrod Logistics Positions: 1
Introduction
Grindrod Logosticsl, a Division of Grindod (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is looking to secure the services of an Human Resources Officer. The primary job purpose is to ensure that the National Manager - HR is supported in the delivery of HR service.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
Degree in HR
2-3 years in HR administration environment
Job Specification

1. Primary Job purpose
1.1. To ensure that the HR Manager is supported in the delivery of HR service.


2. Skills required to perform role
2.1. Able to prioritise work and meet deadlines related to diverse activities, pay attention to detail. Self-motivated and proactive.
2.2. Demonstrates well grounded knowledge of own technical field - able to apply principles according to practical requirements. Able to apply requirements of policies and procedures. Demonstrates confidentiality.
2.3. Demonstrates empathy, integrity and communicates effectively in written and spoken word, Able to relate effectively across diverse levels. Able to influence and persuade people. Demonstrates objectivity in dealing with people issues and a service ethic.


3. Key Performance Areas
3.1. Recruitment and Selection.
3.2. Exit Procedures.
3.3. IR Matters
3.4. Projects.


4. Job Description
4.1. Recruitment and Selection
4.1.1. To ensure that a recruitment and selection service is in place:
4.1.1.1 Receive manpower requisition and validate requirements; ensure intended offer complies with internal equity.
4.1.1.2 Confirm role specifications.
4.1.1.3 Initiate internal advertising.
4.1.1.4 Engage service provider or advertise directly in media.
4.1.1.5 Receive and screen applications.
4.1.1.6 Refer applications to line manager.
4.1.1.7 Coordinate interviews.
4.1.1.8 Conduct reference, qualifications, criminal record checks Arrange medicals for driver candidates.
4.1.1.9 Coordinate appointment letter and take-on process.
4.1.1.10. Issue communiqués on new appointees.


4.2. Exit Procedures
4.2.1. Coordinate execution of exit interviews.
4.2.2. Review and report on interview outcomes.
4.2.3. Capture outcome to HRIS.
4.2.4. Capture disciplinary hearing outcomes on HRIS.
4.2.5. Advise Directors of resignations.

4.3. IR Matters
4.3.1. Follow-up on warning..
4.3.2. Undertake disciplinary hearings.


4.4. Projects
4.4.1. Undertake projects as assigned by Human Resources Manager.

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Environment Expert Job Vacancy at Development Bank of Southern Africa

  Job Title: Built Environment Expert

Job Reference Number
DF 040
Job Title:
Built Environment Expert
Business Unit:
Development Fund
Location:
Western Cape
Job Type:
Contract (3 Years)
Application Type:
Internal & External Applicants
Number of Positions Available:
1
Application Closing Date:
4/9/2012
Key Responsibilities:
• To actively assist with the management of Professional Resource Teams for a specific region in the Western Cape.
• Assist with the project management of key Human Settlement projects;
• Support the master planning and facilitation of projects;
• Support the Co-ordination of key Initiatives within the Human Settlements portfolio;
• Facilitate the skills transfer and capacitating of the Client’s officials to ensure sustainability of projects;
• Development and maintenance of partnerships with stakeholders, e.g. municipalities, provincial government, private sector, etc.
• Development of business plans and the monitoring of their implementation;
• Facilitation of programme/project identification (business development) and assistance to the Client with human settlement initiatives to achieve its objectives;
• Coordination and management of programmes/project teams, and other resources including performance management of the Professional Resource Teams;
• Appraisal and monitoring of programme implementation within an integrated development framework;
• Application of internal systems and procedures.
Expertise & Technical Competencies:
• Analytical skills
• Independent and logical thinker
• Communication, presentation and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong integrative skills
• Customer focus: Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of clients. Obtains the necessary information from clients and utilises the information for the delivery of service to the client. Establishes and maintains effective relationships and gains the trust and respect of clients.
• Persistence and perseverance: Ability to work well under pressure without compromising work quality or standards. The ability to move past obstacles to achieve end results in an efficient and professional manner.
• Results driven: Demonstrates high levels of commitment and dedication to achieving goals and objectives in a pressured work environment.
• Action orientated and sense of urgency: Act without prompting, readiness to be energetic and inventive and contribute to innovative outcomes.
• Collaborative, and team player: Working effectively with team/work group or those outside formal line of authority to accomplish organisational goals’; taking actions that respect the needs and contributions of others; contributing to and accepting the consensus; subordinating own objectives to the objectives of the organisation or team.
• Emotional Maturity: Maintaining effectiveness in varying environments and with different tasks, responsibilities, and people.
Required Personal Attributes:
• A suitable qualification in the Built Environment Sector.
• Experience in Human Settlements delivery is not a necessity but would be advantageous.
• Experience in the management of Consultants and Contractors.
• Knowledge of the Housing Code and associated legislation (e.g. LUPO, NEMA, etc.) would be advantageous.
• Applicant must be a resident of Cape Town and surrounding areas, or willing to relocate to Cape Town.
Equity Statement:
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) supports the appointment of previously disadvantaged individuals.

General:
The DBSA corporate culture fit requires clear, logical and analytical thinking grounded in good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency and results orientated execution of duties. The ability to work collaboratively and finding practical yet innovative solutions is critical to success in a work environment that demands emotional resilience, accountability and responsible risk taking and management.

The DBSA reserves the right to amend or remove vacancies in line with organisational requirements.

All vacancies can be viewed on the DBSA website (www.dbsa.org) under Careers.


How to Apply:
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Investment Officer Jobs at Development Bank of Southern Africa

  Job Title: Investment Officer

Job Reference Number
REC0198.km
Job Title:
Investment Officer
Business Unit:
Investment Banking
Location:
Midrand, Johannesburg
Job Type:
Permanent
Application Type:
Internal & External Applicants
Number of Positions Available:
1
Application Closing Date:
3/9/2012
Key Responsibilities:

Covering the market, developing new business in order to build project pipeline;
Appraising new investment proposals (early stage screening and due diligence);
Credit risk analysis and Deal structuring; Performing detailed analysis of investment opportunities, including commercial analysis, financial modelling and analysis, risk and institutional analysis;
Preparing appraisal / credit reports for submission and negotiate term sheets with clients;
Negotiation of project documents;
Oversee disbursements to approved projects as well as monitor a project’s progress post investment;
Undertake marketing to potential and existing clients in order to build a project pipeline
Expertise & Technical Competencies:


A B-degree i.e. Finance, Business, Engineering or Economics;
A post-graduate qualification such as a CA, CFA or MBA would be a strong advantage;
Minimum of 2 to 5 years experience in appraising, negotiating and closing Project Finance, Corporate Finance, or Structured Finance transactions in a financial institution
Must be able to analyse financial statements
Must be able to conduct financial model reviews and analysis
Strong credit risk analysis and risk structuring skills;
Demonstrable track record of originating, structuring and closing project financing transactions
Must be highly knowledgeable with the financing of Infrastructure and Industrial Sector projects;
Must be familiar with types of agreements/contracts typically used in limited recourse project finance.
Equity Statement:
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) supports the appointment of previously disadvantaged individuals.
General:
The DBSA corporate culture fit requires clear, logical and analytical thinking grounded in good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency and results orientated execution of duties. The ability to work collaboratively and finding practical yet innovative solutions is critical to success in a work environment that demands emotional resilience, accountability and responsible risk taking and management.

The DBSA reserves the right to amend or remove vacancies in line with organisational requirements.

How to Apply:
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Senior Investment Officer Jobs in South Africa at Development Bank of Southern Africa

  Job Title:  Senior Investment Officer X2

Job Reference Number
REC0197.km
Job Title:
Senior Investment Officer X2
Business Unit:
Investment Banking
Location:
Midrand, Johannesburg
Job Type:
Permanent
Application Type:
Internal & External Applicants
Number of Positions Available:
2
Application Closing Date:
3/9/2012
Key Responsibilities:

Covering the market, developing new business in order to build project pipeline
Appraising new investment proposals (early stage screening and due diligence);
Credit risk analysis and Deal structuring; Performing detailed analysis of investment opportunities, including commercial analysis, financial modelling and analysis, risk and institutional analysis
Preparing appraisal / credit reports for submission and negotiate term sheets with clients;
Negotiation of project documents
Oversee disbursements to approved projects as well as monitor a project’s progress post investment;
Undertake marketing to potential and existing clients in order to build a project pipeline.
Contribute to preparing strategy and policy documents for submission to Exco/ Board.
Expertise & Technical Competencies:

A B-degree i.e. Finance, Business, Engineering or Economics
A post-graduate qualification such as a CA, CFA or MBA would be a strong advantage;
Minimum of 5 to 7 years experience in appraising, negotiating and closing Project Finance, Corporate Finance, or Structured Finance transactions in a financial institution;
Must be able to comprehensively analyse financial statements;
Must be able to independently conduct financial model reviews and analysis
Strong credit risk analysis and risk structuring skills
Demonstrable track record of originating, structuring and closing project financing transactions;
Must be able to comprehensively analyse financial statements
Must be able to independently conduct financial model reviews and analysis
Must be highly knowledgeable with the financing of Infrastructure and Industrial Sector projects
Must be familiar with types of agreements/contracts typically used in limited recourse project finance.
Equity Statement:
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) supports the appointment of previously disadvantaged individuals.
General:
The DBSA corporate culture fit requires clear, logical and analytical thinking grounded in good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency and results orientated execution of duties. The ability to work collaboratively and finding practical yet innovative solutions is critical to success in a work environment that demands emotional resilience, accountability and responsible risk taking and management.

The DBSA reserves the right to amend or remove vacancies in line with organisational requirements.

How to Apply:
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EE Senior Cisco Engineer Job Vacancy at Avusa in South Africa

Job Title: EE Senior Cisco Engineer
Market Related Basic Salary

Johannesburg (Johannesburg), South Africa (Gauteng)
Permanent senior level position in the Financial (Insurance) industry.
Ref #C-LCNELCJ CJ Ref# 1427022

Acuity Consultants are currently looking for a Senior Cisco Network Engineer to work in a permanent position for a large insurance company. Key responsibilites will include the design and implementation of sizeable networks whilst managing a team of technical staff. You must have a proven track record of designing and implementing large networks and be capable of writing detailed network diagrams Requirements: • BCom or BSc or relevant qualification is advantageous • Cisco Certified • Extensive network protocol knowledge • 7+ years Cisco networking experience • Experience in the Financial Services or Insurance sectors • 3+ years IT management. You must be a South African EE citizen to apply for this role.
How to Apply:

If you qualify for this role, please email your CV directly to: Lindsay Cowan Email address or lindsay [at] acuityconsultants.co.za 0 2 1 8 0 1 5 0 0 1 If you have not had a response to your application within 14 days please consider your application to be unsuccessful. ***Acuity Consultants are a specialist recruitment agency specializing in IT, SAP, Financial Markets and Analytics Recruitment.
Deadline: 26/09/2012.

Technical Producer Jobs at South Africa Broadcasting Coorporation

  Job Title: Senior Technical Producer

DIVISION: Technology

BUSINESS UNIT: Radio Broadcast Facilities
POSITION: Senior Technical Producer
SCALE COSE: 402
REPORT LINE: Manager: Operations Scheduling
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Technical operational support for broadcast clients including radio stations and private clients. Transfer of skills to junior staff members and operational advice to clients.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

 Set up audio balance & line-up of audio equipment & testing of support equipment in accordance with SOP
 First line maintenance & configuration of audio equipment performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards
 Ongoing & close monitoring of production events/on-air broadcast & immediate trouble shooting /appropriate corrective action
 Accurate fault reporting in accordance with SABC procedures in order to prevent re-occurrences
 Capable handling of emergencies/ unexpected developments in accordance with good production practice
 Effective post-production de-rigging & dismantling of infrastructure & ensure its safe return to SABC base
 Responsible for the safekeeping of infrastructure & equipment during broadcast/production
 Proactive& accurate identification of technical production requirements, set-up/planning of resources in line with customer directive/special events
 Editing, compiling, & CD re-mastering in accordance with SOP & industry standards


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

 Grade 12 with exemptions in mathematics and Physical Science
 At least three years’ experience as technical Producer with broadcast and multifunctional recordings experience
 Extensive knowledge of broadcast computer operations
 The ability to find and implement digital solutions and work around problems with enthusiasm and agility


How to Apply:
Interested candidates must apply with a concise CV to technologyrbfjobs@sabc.co.za
Closing Date: 4 September 2012

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designation groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act and the SABC’s Employment Equity initiatives. Correspondence will only be entered into with short listed candidates. If you have not had any response within six weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application has not been successful


Deadline: 4th Sept 2012

Senior Technician Jobs in South Africa at South Africa Broadcasting Coorporation

Job Title: Senior Technician

DIVISION: Technology

BUSINESS UNIT: Radio Broadcast Facilities
POSITION: Senior Technician
SCALE COSE: 402
REPORT LINE: Principal Technician
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Design, support and administration of broadcast systems, server and network in order to ensure functional, secure and available facilities for Radio Broadcast Facilities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

 Attended to customer queries/ complaints
 Effective technical advice & support to users in order to reduce downtime and improve quality of service
 Full compliance with RBF customer/ stakeholder service standards
 Actual versus planned development as per review
 Compliance with customer requirements & broadcast standards
 Set up and configuration (where applicable) of sound and communication equipment in accordance with SOP
 On time delivery, within scope and within specifications
 Functional design/ upgrade to meet customer requirements
 Correct configuration & testing of Broadcasting Equipment to ensure less than agreed technical faults on air
 Ongoing assessment of system functionality through logs & system checks
 High% Facility availability
 Shortest turnaround time
 No comebacks due to poor standard of workmanship
 Comply with preventative maintenance schedule
 In-time response to call-outs
 Updated documentation of equipment service /repair history in order to determine functionality, reliability and cost
 In time and appropriate response to fault reports in accordance with relevant SABC procedure
 100% redundancy
 Updated backups
 100% connection time: secure systems at all times
 Updated patches
 Latest application and hardware upgrades
 In-time response to call-outs and effective user support
 Access verification as per SOP

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

 National technical diploma
 At least five years relevant experience as Technician within broadcast environment
 knowledge & understanding of broadcast standards
 knowledge latest developments in broadcast industry
 understanding of Radio studio broadcast environment
 the ability to operate broadcast equipment
 the ability to coordinate linking with regional stations and with main control
 Knowledge & understanding of planning & coordinating of special events
 knowledge & understanding of OHS act
 knowledge & understanding of file formats
 N+ and A+ Certification advantageous


How to Apply:
Interested candidates must apply with a concise CV to technologyrbfjobs@sabc.co.za
Closing Date: 4 September 2012

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designation groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act and the SABC’s Employment Equity initiatives. Correspondence will only be entered into with short listed candidates. If you have not had any response within six weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application has not been successful


Deadline: 4th Sept 2012

Jobs in South Africa at Australian Red Cross in Johannesburg

  Job Title: Program Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, South Africa
Closing Date: Sunday, 09 September 2012

Get involved in a grassroots HIV/AIDS program that aims to empower, inform and support farm workers. You will use your program management experience to document and evaluate the organisation's model of care, improve staff reporting and provide training where needed.

AgriAids provides a comprehensive HIV/AIDS wellness program for farm workers in close cooperation with the public health system. Services include prevention activities, health-related education, HIV counselling and testing, as well as care and support to HIV-infected farm workers.

AgriAids wants to evaluate and document its model of care, which will be crucial for understanding the needs of farm workers and addressing their health challenges.

An AVID volunteer has been requested to review the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system for the current HIV counselling and testing program. The volunteer's tasks will include documenting and evaluating effectiveness of the current model of care; making recommendations and revising formats for M&E; evaluating field staff reporting formats and providing training as required.

This is a volunteer assignment under the Australian Volunteers for International Development program, an Australian Government, AusAID initiative. Airfares, living allowances, accommodation, insurance and other support is provided through the program.

How to apply:
To be eligible, applicants must be 18 years and over, Australian citizens or permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens with Special Category Visas. Visit http://www.redcross.org.au/program-monitoring--evaluation-officer.aspx for a role profile and application form. Contact the International Volunteer team on (03) 9345 1834 for any queries.


Deadline: 9th Sept 2012

Clinical Research Assistant Jobs at Epicentre in South Africa

  Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant, Eshowe, South Africa
Closing Date: Wednesday, 05 September 2012
Eshowe


Epicentre is a non-profit association, founded by Médecins Sans Frontières en 1987. It is in charge of operational research, clinical research, field epidemiology and training. Epicentre is a WHO collaborative centre for the research in epidemiology and response to emergent diseases. Epicentre follows its activities from its headquarters in Paris and from its offices in Geneva, Brussels, Barcelona, New-York and research centres in Uganda and Niger.

Mission and Responsibilities

Under the responsibility of the Principal Investigator (based in Paris), the Clinical Research Assistant will be in charge of the implementation and follow-up of a HIV population survey in Eshowe and Mbongolwane, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa where MSF is in the process of launching a community-based project for HIV care called "Treatment as Prevention".

The study aim at providing baseline information on ART coverage, HIV incidence and HIV prevalence in Mbongolwane and Eshowe areas. The impact of the current HIV program in the population will be also assessed in terms of access and coverage to HIV testing, antiretroviral therapy, prevention of mother to child transmission and circumcision in the area.

The Clinical research Assistant will work with other members of the study team in South Africa and will collaborate with the MSF teams in Eshowe and Cape Town.

Main activities

Participate to the writing of the study procedures and forms.

In collaboration with the MSF and study team in the field, recruit the study staff in the field.

Organise the implementation of the study in the field.

Train the study staff on filling the study forms, on the inclusion and consenting procedures (patients fully understand study procedures and information provided to patients), and on the collection and transport of biological specimens (sampling of blood, labeling, records).

Supervise the filling of study forms and registers by the study staff.

Supervise the data clerks, including training in data entry , file organization, field support, as needed and implement the double data entry system.

Supervise the procedure of patient's enrolment and informed consent for participation in the study.
Identify and report protocol deviations to the Principal Investigator.
Ensure study laboratory specimens are appropriately transported from the field to the laboratories in Eshowe and Durban. Ensure that the specimens are received by the laboratory technicians and processed according to the study procedures.

Ensure a regular contact with the Principal Investigator, including a written report every 2 weeks on the progress of the study.

Ensure regular communication with other partners involved in the study.

Candidate requirements

Education o Diploma in Epidemiology Recommended o Medical training (medical doctor , nurse, medical biologist)

Professional experience o At least one year working experience in public health and/or epidemiology in resource-limited countries o Experience in field research (especially population surveys ) conducted in resources-limited countries Recommended o Experience in field medical projects (public health or research)

Knowledge, skills and abilities o Knowledge of software for data entry (ex, EpiData or Access) o Working experience with Word and Excel o Fluent English (speaking, reading, writing) o Dynamic, rigorous, with good management skills and able to work within a team o Interest in research on HIV o Good communication skills

Conditions Expatriation MSF/Epicentre 4 months contract starting in October 2012 Position based Eshowe, South Africa.


How to apply:
Thank you for sending your CV and motivation letter before the 5th September 2012 by e-mail (ref: CRA –SA) to Nathalie Guérineau : job@epicentre.msf.org

For complementary information about this position please contact: Helena Huerga: helena.huerga@epicentre.msf.org

Deadline:5th Sept 2012

Distribution Manager Job Vacancy in South Africa at South African Airways

  Job Title: Manager - Distribution

Recruiter : South African Airways (Pty) Ltd.
REF: Kempton Park/COMM/Manager - Distribution/SC/160812


Advert Details
Recruiter: South African Airways (Pty) Ltd. Updated on: 2012-08-29 00:00:00
Start Date: 2012-08-16 End Date: 2012-08-31
AA/EE: Applicable Contract Permanent
Location: Kempton Park Available: Immediately
Category: Aviation Offer: Market Related

Introduction... South African Airways is seeking to appoint a Manager - Distribution, to oversee plans, organize, monitor and manage the GDS and GSA distribution channels in line with the SAA sales and distribution strategy. The role is also accountable for the achievement of set revenue targets and cost containment objectives.

Minimum Requirements...

Grade 12 or equivalent qualification at NQF level 4
Diploma or degree in Commerce or Business management at NQF 6
A minimum of 5 to 7 years airline experience in a large enterprise
Miminum 3 years managerial experience





Job Specification... Principal Accountabilities include the following:


Research and develop methodology studies for GDS account Managers for optimal distribution of SAA in GDS'S
Compile the strategic Business Plan for the distribution channel, budgeting of turnover and cost targets per route and country in cooperation with managers in the regions
Monthly monitor the distribution sales pertaining to new strategic orientations
Research system enhancements and developments for GDS functionality and oversee the implementation thereof with IT
Responsible for the organisation's effective pricing and negotiations of the GDA/GDS channels
Negotiate and conclude GDS participation agreements. Develop and fulfil contracts with business partners (GSA/GDS)
Plan joint sales activities with strategic partners - GSA's
Prepare and produce statistical data on GDS invoices and bookings data
Compile and control budget for GDS Distribution
Verify GDS invoices and quality control with Finance
Fulfil and be responsible for the organisation's effective pricing and negotiations of the GSA contracts
Develop and compile a business plan and contract for GSA's in cooperation with managers in the regions
Develop new markets and routes under consideration of detailed research and potential analyses
Investigate and research new technology trends in distribution and analyse monthly competitor
Interpret and analyse Cornerstone Audit reports on GDS booking information for preventing abuses resulting in revenue loss
Control and analyse staff productivity and capabilities
Analyse profitability and performance of the distribution channel Market research
Submit reports, recommendations, presentations and information
Customer analysis, segmentation refocused to give priority on increasing yield
Introduce e-commerce and online sales as a key focus objective to be achieved in terms of reducing the unit cost of sales and distribution channels


Knowledge and Skills

Understanding of call centre management
Application and understanding of SAA reservation and ticketing policies
Computer Literacy (MS Office). excel at intermediary level
IATA reservations interline message procedures
IATA passenger services conference resolutions
Relationship building skills
Strong analytical and Problem solving skills
Yield management and tariff setting
Project management
Organising and planning skills
Ability to work independently
Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal)

Attributes

Integrity and positive attitude
Interpersonal skills
Organisational Resilience
Client Centricity
Proactive and Innovative
Attention to detail
Ability to manage pressure
Decision making skills
Team player


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

The onus is on the applicant to prove that he/she meets the minimum requirements, therefore please ensure that your CV is detailed enough, in other words, makes reference to qualifications, knowledge, skills, experience (inclusive of duties, tenure, designation etc.) and attributes.
Please note that no applications will be accepted without a certified copy of the applicant's ID and all relevant qualifications.
Closing date will be on 2012-08-23 at 15H00 Please be mindful of the closing date as NO late applications will be considered.
Applicants will go through a comprehensive assessment process which may include competency and/or psychometric assessments;
Applicants will undergo pre-employment checks i.e. criminal, credit, reference, authentication of qualification etc.
SAA is committed to Employment Equity. All appointments will be made in this context.
SAA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any of the positions contained in this advert.
Queries relating to the above positions may be directed to the relevant HRBP.
Should you not receive a response in 21 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.


or to apply for this vacancy.


How to Apply:
https://flysaa.pnet.co.za/

Deadline: 31st Aug 2012

Proctor Job Vacancy at University of Kwazulu Natal in Durban

JOB TITLE: PROCTOR

(PEROMNES GRADE 6)
REF NO: LS04/2012
This position will provide professional proctor services to the University community which includes, assessing of student discipline matters for the application of conciliation; prosecution of student discipline matters; providing legal advice on student disciplinary matters; managing the student discipline office and budget; benchmarking student discipline rules and procedures in terms of best practice, and advising on amendments required in terms thereof; consulting relevant university bodies and constituencies with respect to disciplinary rules and procedures, and amendment of same; education and training of relevant university personnel and required stakeholder members in the application of student discipline; assessing and monitoring and reporting on the application of student disciplinary matters.
Minimum Requirements:
 Bachelors degree in Law (LLB);
 Must be an admitted attorney/advocate;
 Five years practical legal experience;
 Sound and wide knowledge of South African law and university academic requirements and processes;
Advantages:
 Masters degree in Law (LLM);
 High proficiency and fluency in isiZulu
Enquiries and details regarding this post, as well as requests for a job profile may be directed to Mr SA Moodley, 031 2603378 or e-mail: moodleys60@ukzn.ac.za
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits. The closing date for receipt of applications is 3 September 2012. Appointment to this position will be on 1 January 2012 Conditions of Service.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za. Completed forms may be sent to recruitment-support1@ukzn.ac.za. The advert reference number MUST be clearly stated in the subject line.

Quality Consultant Jobs at University of Kwazulu Natal in South Africa

JOB TITLE: QUALITY CONSULTANT

QUALITY PROMOTION AND ASSURANCE
(PEROMNES GRADE 8)
REF NO: TL06/2012
A Quality Consultant’s main role is to assist in the development of internal quality assurance systems for the academic functions of the University. A Quality Consultant generally works with a specified College of the University, participating in programme design and approval processes, facilitating discussion on quality issues and taking responsibility for conducting external School reviews. Carrying out research into quality-related matters, and profiling the work of QPA, is integral to their function.
Minimum Requirements:
For Senior Lecturer level appointment:
• Doctoral degree
• Minimum 5 years’ teaching experience in higher education
• A record of research and publications
• Evidence of experience in leading quality- related processes in higher education.
For lecturer Level appointment:
• Masters degree
• Minimum 3 years’ teaching experience in higher education
• Evidence of experience in conducting research
• Evidence of experience in quality-related processes in higher education.
Requirements:
• A demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current policy issues in higher education
• A demonstrated understanding of the needs of academic and administrative staff
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Excellent workshop facilitation and negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Skills in manipulating both qualitative and quantitative data
Preferences/Advantages:
• Participation in national or institutional-level quality promotion and assurance processes in higher education.
Enquiries and details regarding this post, as well as requests for a job profile may be directed to Mr SA Moodley, 031 2603378 or e-mail: moodleys60@ukzn.ac.za
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits. The closing date for receipt of applications is 07 September 2012. Appointment to this position will be on 1 January 2012 Conditions of Service.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za. Completed forms may be sent to recruitment-support1@ukzn.ac.za. The advert reference number MUST be clearly stated in the subject line.

Administrative Officer Job Vacancy at University of Natal in South Africa

Job Title:  Administrative Officer





JOB TITLE: ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

(PEROMNES GRADE 10)
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES (1 POST) – HOWARD COLLEGE
SCHOOL OF RELIGION, PHILOSOPHY AND CLASSICS (1 POST) - PIETERMARITZBURG
REF NO: HUM21/2012
The incumbent will assist the Manager: School Operations in the management of the campus administrative function and provide an efficient secretarial service and support to the Dean and Head of School. S/he will also supervise some administrative staff.
The incumbent will report to the Manager: School Operations.
Minimum Requirements:
 Matric plus a relevant one year qualification and three years relevant experience in a similar environment.
 High level of competency in word-processing and spread sheets.
Enquiries and details regarding this post, as well as requests for a job profile may be directed to Mr Khangelani Sipika e-mail to: sipika@ukzn.ac.za
Appointment to this position will be on the January 2012 Conditions of Service.
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 04 September 2012.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za. Completed forms may be sent to Recruitment-humanities@ukzn.ac.za Advert Reference Number MUST be clearly stated in the subject line.

Principal Technical Official Jobs Vacancy at ESKOM South Africa

Job Title: Principal Technical Official Customer Network Centre
Task Grade: T10
Department: Engineering - Field Services
Division: Distribution
Business Unit: Western Cape Operating Unit
Geographical Area: De Doorns Customer Network Centre
Reference Number: FS 1412
Closing Date: 03 September 2012

Minimum Requirements

Qualification:
N4 Certificate (Electrical) or Equivalent
Relevant Electrical Trade.
Appropriate Valid drivers Licence
Experience:
3 Years Distribution operating and maintenance

Skills and Competencies

All competencies described in the Job Profile for Technical Official and Senior Technical Official.
Self starter, calm under stress, innovative and analytical.
Phasing of parallel feeders and transformers up to and including 132 kV.
Valid authorisation to operate on systems up to and including 132 kV
Assertive, decisive
Time Management
Financial
Human resource development
Basic Supervision

Key Responsibilities

Maintain by:
Performs planned maintenance on networks up to and including 132 kv in accordance with policies, directive, procedures, standards, work practices, guidelines and service agreements.
Inspects, evaluates, and executes non intrusive maintenance on substations, control rooms, lines and feeders by
Ensuring low impedance earth paths and earth resistivity by electrical testing, observations and executing remedial actions.
Replenishing and replacing the following on/in transformers, breakers, isolators
Silica gel
Insulating, cooling and arc control medium
Lubrication
Electrolytes
Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Analysing and capturing current operating values on transformers, lines, AC/DC systems and feeders. (e.g. Current, voltage, loading, charging rates and temperatures)
Ensuring conformance to plant and equipment component alignment, contact pressure, insulation levels, anti decay/ oxidation and electrical clearance requirements.
Planning and executing operating and barricading on HV/MV/LV networks to ensure safe working sites
Grading settings and maintaining rural system protection elements (PMB and RTU'S)
Conducts maintenance on large power users supply points and metering by
Executing LV Current Transformer and meter change outs, ratio settings and calculating constants.
Gathering consumption information
Conducting intrusive maintenance on networks up to and including 33 kv by:
Stripping plant and equipment.
Deciding on restoration requirements.
Replacing, repairing and setting parts and modular units.
Commissioning and testing restored units.
Repair by:
Responds to call outs and prompts froom the dispatcher during abnormal conditions and power supply interruptions on a 24 hour basis to minimise customer outages.
Analyse network fault indicators by:
Interpreting, logging, resetting and reporting relay flags and indicators, breaker and fuse status and counter movements.
Providing milestone feedback to dispatcher.
Decides on and negotiates with control the sectionalising and HV/MV/LV fault finding techniques to be employed to find the
fault and to restore the supply.
Executing operating under instruction of control.
Accepting/ executing permission to Operate/ permission to sectionalise from control.
Rapidly restores supply to customers by:
Planning, negotiating and executing system reconfiguration to restore supply.
Executing restoration within competency and resource constraints to a minimum (safe) specification to restore supply
Activating additional resources required to execute immediate restoration via the dispatcher.
Being on standby
Build by:
Creates assets on networks up to and including 132 kv in accordance with policies, directives, procedures, standards, work practices, guidelines and service agreements.
Commissions new plant by:
Evaluating plant for conformance to installation and design specification. (e.g. Phasing, phase rotation, settings, voltage and loading)
Planning and negotiating system commissioning procedures.
Executing plant hand over procedure.
Updates information systems by:
Completing plant commercial operation and asset register sheets.
Updating data files and revising diagrams.
Health & Safety by:
Ensures a safe working environment and eliminate unsafe acts complying to statutory and Eskom requirements.
Executing safety inspections.
Complying to Eskom and Statutory requirements.
Training by:
Provides on job training to technical officials, Senior Technical Officials and staff in training.
Demonstrating safe working practices, use and care of tools and equipment.
Informing staff of changes to requirements, policies, directives, procedures, standards, work practices, guidelines and service agreements.
Customer Services by:
Provides a one stop technical service to customers.
Investigating customer complaints, claims and supply queries.
Providing milestone feedback to key receivers on abnormal conditions and restoration of supply
Providing information to large power users on the safe and efficient use of electricity.

If you have not been contacted within 28 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Note that the appointment of the candidate is at Eskom?s sole discretion, taking into account factors that Eskom considers relevant including but not limited to Eskom?s employment equity policy. Eskom supports a smoke-free environment

Apply to:

http://www.eskom.co.za/c/

Manager Site (Outage Execution) Jobs at ESKOM South Africa

Job Title: Manager Site Outage Execution
Position/Task Grade: M16
Area of specialization: Outage
Department: Outage Management
Division: Generation
Business Unit: Koeberg Operating Unit
Location: Western Cape
Reference Number: 50109481BF/329-874774
Closing Date: 06 September 2012

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications
B Tech (Mechanical / Electrical / Project Management / Technical) or National Higher Diploma (Mechanical / Electrical / Project Management / Technical)
Related Minimum Experience
5 Years related experience in either Outages / Maintenance or Project Management

Skills and Competencies

Behavioural
Grow people
Ignite passion
Promote teamwork
Live the Eskom Way
Encourage the right behaviour
Promote open and transparent communication
Leadership
Capabilities
Build capacity
Pulling together
Shaping the future
Drive performance
Knowledge
Eskom business plan and direction
Project management skills
Contract management
Primavera 6.8
SAP PPM
SAP Finance
Costing skills
Communication skills
Attributes
Assessments
Interview skills
Use scenario sketching
Demonstrate experience
Ability to see the Big picture
Standard psychometric assessment

Key Responsibilities

Manage outage execution staff
Manage outage execution priorities
Manage outage execution finances
Develop and manage staff contracts
Recommend and prioritise relevant training and authorisation of personnel
Manage compliance to all safety, health, environment and quality requirements
Manage implementation and compliance of processes, systems and procedures

If you have not been contacted within 28 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Note that the appointment of the candidate is at Eskom?s sole discretion, taking into account factors that Eskom considers relevant including but not limited to Eskom?s employment equity policy. Eskom supports a smoke-free environment

Apply to:

http://www.eskom.co.za/c/

MIS Specialist Jobs Vacancy at Old Mutual South Africa

Job Title MIS Specialist.Client Services & Operations & Administration.OMSA

Location Pinelands,ZA

Organization Name Retail Finance, 2A Mutualpark, Pinelands

Brief Description

.Collates statistical information in predetermined formats. Integrates data into daily, weekly and monthly reports. Builds and enhances databases when required. May be required to translate complex data and/or instructions into meaningful outcomes. Some interpretation required, but main function is collation of data.

KRA's



Database Design and Maintenance

Some interpretation required, but main function is collation of data.

Builds and enhances databases when required.

Information Administration

Collates statistical information in predetermined formats.

Integrates data into daily, weekly and monthly reports.

Information Analysis

May be required to translate complex data and/or instructions into meaningful outcomes.

Personal Effectiveness

Accountable for service delivery through own efforts.

Individually accountable for managing own time, tasks and output quality for periods of 1 day to a maximum of 3 months.

Makes increased contributions by broadening individual skills.

Collaborates effectively with others to achieve personal results.
Accepts and lives the company values.


Job Requirements



Cleaning up (e.g. borders, colour-coding, comments, identifying sources, removing hard-coding) our 10 year economic model (which projects profits and other key indicators) and assisting with development of the the audit trail.

Assisting with competitor financial analyses – producing comparable numbers, reviewing sources and providing other valuable input.

Resolving finance queries by finding the relevant numbers (which often requires a sweep of the folders on the drives) and analyzing and interpreting the numbers where required.

Additional Details



Matric.

Tertiary qualification required majoring in finance or economics or statistics

PC Literacy, intermediate Excel and Access ability.Numeric ability and minimal analysis skills.

strong powerpoint/design/excel skills are a strong advantage.

strong communication skills,

meet tight deadines

be able to work with numbers and daa

Decision Making

Information Monitoring

Ownership

Planning & Organising

Technical Knowledge
Thinking Skills

Deadline: 10/09/2012

Apply to:

http://www.oldmutual.co.za/

Actuarial Manager Jobs at Old Mutual South Africa

Job Title: Actuarial Manager. Actuarial.OMSA

Location Pinelands,ZA

Organization Name PS Group Assurance

Brief Description

Manages a team of actuarial students and actuaries, may also manage actuarial specialists. Supports and stands in for either the Finance or Development Actuary.Coordinates work streams and projects.Coordinates and networks across the business unit to align direction.Makes decisions in complex actuarial matters.Ensures that all issues and risks are covered.Responsible for the team's specific output.Gives direction to the team.Resolves issues with other business areas.Responsibilities span both Finance and Development.The focus may differ according to size and type of business area and typically includes product development, product support and liaison with other areas.

KRA's



Responsible for driving business retention and growth targets through

a well established understanding of the group risk market

awareness and practical application of key group risk pricing principles/dynamics

first-hand knowledge of group risk client needs (and how to address these)

a close working relationship with corporate distribution team

a well selected and motivated staffing compliment

alignment with Group Assurance Actuary and Product Development Team
Provide strategic and operational direction to the teams (large staff component)
Ensure all business issues and risks are managed/addressed
Identify opportunities to work across business boundaries and manage issues/challenges with these areas
Coordinates and networks across the business to align direction.
Makes decisions in complex actuarial and business matters, with responsibilities spanning both finance and development.
Resolves issues with other business areas.
Coordinates work streams and projects in product support, product distribution & business operations.
Ensures that all issues and relevant business risks are managed.
This role coordinates multiple work streams and is individually accountable for achieving results through efforts of a large/diversified staff component.
Accountable for others' time, task and output quality, for periods of up to 1 year.
Balances own priorities with directing and motivating others.
Plans and assigns work over the applicable period.
Guides and directs staff to achieve operational excellence standards.
Creates a climate for optimal performance.
Manages performance.
Selects potential staff to sustain customer/client service delivery.


Job Requirements



Qualified Actuary. 8+ years actuarial experience.
Aligning Performance For Success
Decision Making
Ownership
Planning & Organising
Team Orientation
Technical Knowledge
Thinking Skills

Deadline: 05/09/2012

Apply to:

http://www.oldmutual.co.za/

Premium Brand Cluster Manager Job at Woolworths in South Africa

Job Title: Premium Brand Cluster Manager
REF: CR/NdP/Premium Brand Cluster Manager/Gauteng/290812

Recruiter: Woolworths (Pty) Ltd
End Date: 2012-09-04
AA/EE: Not Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Gauteng
Available: ASAP
Category: Retail
Offer: Market Related
Reporting To: N/A
Job Grade: Supervisor & Team Leaders
Division: Country Road
Positions: 1

Introduction

The Premium Brand Cluster Manager is accountable for maximizing store profitability and ensuring our brand values are maintained. This is achieved by providing leadership to The Premium Brand Team and managing company policies, processes and procedures.
This position is accountable for delivering agreed outputs in relation to scorecard measures. The role must ensure integration between Woolworths
Minimum Requirements

Qualifications and Technical knowledge and skills:

Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level

Retail management studies advantageous (not essential)

4-5 years Clothing Management experience essential

Experience at managing multi-site Teams

Numeric ability

Computer literacy

Drivers licence required

Own reliable transport

Behavioural Skills:

Passion for retail and selling

Decisiveness

Building talent

Relating and networking

Persuading and influencing

Coping with pressures and setbacks

Merchant mindset

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Action-orientation and results driven

Strong Business Acumen

Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities

Assertive and proactive

Planning and organising ability

Risk taking/ innovative and creative

Customer Service orientation

Team Leadership

'Living the brand’: Personal leadership and attitude to work

Other

Be available and flexible to work different shifts and across the store.

Have a valid drivers license

Job Specification

• Customer Service
Leads the Premium Brand team to achieve high levels of customer service in order to build customer loyalty, generate repeat business, and maximise all sales opportunities. This is achieved by ensuring adherence to the Premium Brand & Woolworths Customer Service Standards and focusing on building Premium Brand Client database. Demonstrate & communicate product knowledge to customers as well as instilling product knowledge in team members.

• Financial Management
Manage sales and expenses in order to ensure that budgeted profitability is met. Utilised reports to monitor and manage sales, stock inventory, shrinkage and expenses.

• Stock Management
Maximising sales through managing stock availability and ensuring that the products are merchandised in line with Premium Brand standards.


• Shrinkage & Risks
Manage shrinkage and risks through the adherence and implementation of company policies, processes and procedures.


• Visual Merchandising
Ensure visual merchandising, display and marketing activities are in line with the store profile. Implement and maintain brand standard according to the VM Standards Manual. Work with the VM team to ensure that merchandising is well planned according to floor layout and the proportionality of stock and space in order to maximum sales return.


• Leadership
Lead by example, promoting the desired culture and behaviours to the store team & customers whilst ensuring that relationships with Key stakeholders remain productive and integrated. Participate in the recruitment process and conduct performance assessments. Work with the PB Manager and National Human Resources team to identify and deliver the required staff training and development needs. Establish clear and defined performance expectations with all team members through the implementation of the IPM process.


• Human Resources Administration
Ensure efficient administration of HR processes.

Apply to:

http://woolworths.pnet.co.za/#s=job_search

Product Developer Jobs Vacancy at Woolworths in South Africa

Job Title: Product Developer II: Global Meals
REF: FOOD/NB/Product Developer II: Globam Meals/Cape Town/290812

Recruiter: Woolworths (Pty) Ltd
End Date: 2012-09-04
AA/EE: Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Cape Town
Available: a.s.a.p.
Category: Retail
Offer: market related
Reporting To: line manager
Job Grade: Junior Mgt & Entry Level Specialists
Division: Foods
Positions: 1

Introduction

To interpret customer needs and lifestyle trends to deliver a product development plan that delivers leading innovation, maximises core growth, ensures consistent high quality, value for money and exceeds our customer’s expectations, whilst contributing to the category’s overall profitability
Minimum Requirements


Relevant qualification preferably Culinary or relevant Culinary experience
3-5 yrs foods product development or related foods experience
Ability to drive and interpret innovation strategy across category
A superior palate and Sensory evaluation skills
Understanding of foods, lifestyle trends and target market.
Passion for food/ high level of culinary skills with ability to transfer passion into commercially viable product
Customer orientation
Planning / project management skills
Results driven
Innovative / continuous improvement mindset
Team player with appreciation of diversity
Computer literate
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
Proven commercial aptitude - ability to understand and use financial indicators
Ability to incorporate product strategy into supplier base
Proven ability to work with design team to ensure appropriate visual imagery is developed within the corporate brand identity
Strong integrator - proven ability to work within in a matrix and lead and drive cross group projects.
Strong presentation, communication and negotiation skills
Ability to set and improve quality stds in a complex supplier base

Job Specification


Give input to and implement category and supplier strategies
Identify, analyze and interpret lifestyle, retail and food trends to ensure that the Global Meals category continues to deliver strategic leading edge innovation and profitable sales growth
Manage and implement the product development process within this selected category to ensure that product ranges are delivered in line with agreed product direction whilst adhering to brand values, within a set CTP
Using lessons learnt to analyze catalogue and identify product eliminations, upgrades and new opportunities to maximize the category
Integrate with cross functional team in commercial, technology and planning wrt the launching of competitive, profitable ranges
Integrate with marketing and sales management teams to ensure maximum product exposure and implementation of initiatives
Implement a product development program to support customer needs and to deliver to the foods directional framework
Develop and maintain sustainable, mutually beneficial long term relationships with suppliers
In conjunction with technical team, set and continuously improve the quality standards of the product ranges, through local and international benchmarking.
Initiate and manage design brief and packaging development for the range, ensuring briefs communicate customer facing messages and tier of product
Adopt a customer- facing way of working and gain an intimate understanding of the various customer segments through research and customer focus groups


DESIGNATED EE (African, Coloured & Indian)

Apply to:

http://woolworths.pnet.co.za/#s=job_search

Jobs at Woolworths - Technologist Jobs Vacancy in South Africa

Job Title: Technologist I: Hygiene
REF: FOOD/NB/Technologist I: Hygiene/Cape Town/290812

Recruiter: Woolworths (Pty) Ltd
End Date: 2012-09-07
AA/EE: Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Cape Town
Available: a.s.a.p.
Category: Pharmaceutical / Medical / Healthcare / Hygiene
Offer: market related
Reporting To: Line Manager
Job Grade: Middle Mgt & Specialists
Division: Foods
Positions: 1

Introduction

To deliver and monitor standards for the hygienic manufacture of foods within the supply base, and to provide advice and guidance for stores and Food distribution depots
Minimum Requirements


Functional competencies

In-depth knowledge of food safety and quality systems
Ability to develop and implement food safety and quality management programmes
In-depth knowledge and experience of Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, Ethical Trading Programmes and other international audit standards
Ability to assess risk and manage food safety
Strong trouble shooting and problem solving ability
Strong integrator - proven ability to work within a matrix and across Business Units
Ability to benchmark best practices internationally, investigate feasibility for Woolworths and project manage implementation into the supply chain
Wide and deep knowledge of a broad spectrum of food products and the food industry
Financial skills - ability to draw up and manage budgets and to cost projects and products
Ability to transfer and develop skills across Foods
Policy and procedure development skills
Strategy development skills - ability to provide input into appropriate Technical strategies and interpret into operating plan


Experience

Proven technical experience in and knowledge / understanding of the food industry
Approximately 10 years technical experience focusing on hygiene audits, hygiene and food safety implementation and regulations i.t.o Food manufacturing


Minimum qualifications
Relevant qualification, i.e. Food Technology / Food Science degree
Job Specification


Conduct / manage audits of existing and new and/or potential food suppliers covering all aspects of food safety and hygiene
Manage all approved Third Party auditors and ensure thoroughness and consistency of audits
Produce accurate audit reports from food supplier visits
Provide up to date and industry leading Food Hygiene Codes of Practice and Guidelines applicable to the food manufacturing base - direct retail supplier and key raw material suppliers
Deliver appropriate food hygiene training to suppliers and relevant Head Office staff
Be involved in writing new codes of Practice and Guidelines
Carry out investigative work into new innovative technology and current best practices and identify opportunities for improved hygiene standards at food suppliers
Provide advice on technical aspects of food suppliers' new factory plans, factory extensions / re-layouts and specifications
Ensure external hygiene and food safety consultants are auditing food suppliers in line with the food hygiene guidelines
Keep up to date with the latest advances in technology best practices by close involvement with key organisations
Carry out audits at the request of the buying departments (i.e. HACCP, traceability, packaging verification)
Respond to food crises in stores to resolve hygiene and food safety related issues, protecting public safety and brand integrity
Respond to hygiene trends and develop improvement strategies in line with trends
Provide guidance to categories and suppliers relating to specific food hygiene and safety issues (e.g. microbiological contamination and reducing foreign body customer complaints)


DESIGNATED EE (African, Coloured & Indian)

Apply to:

http://woolworths.pnet.co.za/#s=job_search

Analyst Programmer Jobs Vacancy in South Africa at Woolworths

Ref: ITSCAD0011
Job Title: Analyst Programmer I, ITS, Cape Town
REF: IT/BH/Ref: ITSCAD0011 - Analyst Programmer I, ITS, Cape Town/Western Cape/230812

Recruiter: Woolworths (Pty) Ltd
End Date: 2012-09-06
AA/EE: Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Western Cape
Available: 1 Month Notice
Category: Information Technology
Offer: Market-related
Reporting To: Technical Manager
Job Grade: Junior Mgt & Entry Level Specialists
Division: Information Technology
Positions: 2
Introduction
Responsible for analysis of user requirements, technical design, development, maintenance and support of in-house developed solutions and applications. This is a permanent position based at the Head Office in Cape Town City Centre.
Minimum Requirements

TECHNICAL AND FUNCTIONAL
• Visual Basic 6 programming experience
• Experience in relational database design
• SQL 2005/2008 experience including database design and programming
• 2 - 4+ years .Net Framework 2.0 experience with some experience in .Net Framework 3.5 and later
• Built applications with Composite Application Blocks using MVC pattern an advantage
• Windows Communication Foundation and Web Services experience (configuration and development)
• Biztalk experience


BEHAVIOURAL
• High performance delivery
• Excellent communicator who listens effectively and accurately and clearly conveys information through verbal and written means
• Passion for our brand and customers
• Connecting with people and proactively builds and maintains constructive relationships with internal and external partners
• Driving quality by displaying ability to clarify and reduce complex issues to simple solutions
• Excellent planning and organising skills with the ability to work systematically and sequentially
• Thinking strategically and commercially
• Making insightful technical decisions
• Personal effectiveness and the ability to work in a pressurised environment
• Ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they occur
Job Specification

• Interpret basic user requirements and translate into systems design.
• Integrate with business process and systems analysts in order to develop technical systems specifications from process specifications.
• Design and code complex programmes from specifications.
• Develop unit test plans and perform unit, systems and integration testing
• Investigate and resolve complex systems issues across applications
• Ensure systems documentation is kept up to date
• Implement approved changes as per change control and security processes
• Maintain and support existing applications
• Direct, investigate and resolve system related queries and issues
• Liaise with other IT and functional teams on resolution of related issues and ongoing development and maintenance
• Development and testing of centrally developed systems and solutions - existing and new.
• Ensure that Software Development Lifecycle procedures and standards are adhered to
• After hours Standby support when required

Apply to:

http://woolworths.pnet.co.za/#s=job_search

Shoprite Marketing- & Website Administration Manager Job at Shoprite South Africa

Job Title: Marketing- & Website Administration Manager

REF: COM/EP/Marketing- & Website Administration Manager/Gauteng/140812
Recruiter: Computicket
End Date: 2012-09-13
AA/EE: Not Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Gauteng
Available: ASAP
Category: PR / Communications / Journalism / Media And Promotions
Basic salary range: Market related
Reporting To: N/A
Department: N/A
Division: Computicket
Positions: 1
Introduction
Computicket has a vacancy for a Marketing & Website Administration Manager to be based in Johannesburg.
The main purpose of this senior position is to manage new “discount” website and associated staff. The main objective of the job will be to manage, grow the product offering, the implementation of processes, increase turnover as well as innovative ways to increase clients and performance.
Minimum Requirements

6 + years experience in marketing and IT
4 + years of managerial experience
CRM and online marketing skills required
Good understanding of retail
Good understanding of entertainment industry will be an advantage
Previous experience in starting up a web based business
Degree in Marketing & IT will be beneficial
Driven and Energetic
Mature and professional
Ability to liaise across all levels
Ability to deal with diversified groups
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to make independent decisions
Drivers licence and transport essential
Great writing and communication skills
Clean bill of health
Must have experience in customer services (complains)
Ability to interpret financial statements and figures
Accuracy and attention to detail is a prerequisite
Outgoing and good communication skills

Job Specification


Job duties will include:

Management of staff in area
Management of all reports and processes
Dealing with customers on a daily basis
Liaise with internal departments
Compiling of newsletters regarding offers
Website product maintenance
Drive of marketing strategy in area
Management of targets and meeting them
Analysis of all reports and stats
Development of new procedures, systems and controls within the business unit


Outputs:

Feedback on business unit performance
Enhancement of policies and procedures
Customer service
Ongoing customer service
Management of website and staff in area


Package Information:

Position is temp to perm
Basic depending on experience and track record.
Package includes company contribution to medical aid, provident fund and incentive bonus.

Apply to:

http://shopritecheckers.pnet.co.za/

Digital Media Specialist Jobs Vacancy in South Africa at SABC

DIVISION: NEWS: SABC DIGITAL NEWS
JOB TITLE: DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
SCALE CODE: 300
REPORT LINE: EDITOR: DIGITAL NEWS

SABC Digital News in Johannesburg currently recruits senior staff to join the editorial team responsible for the SABC's online news services: the website www.sabc.co.za/news, news on sabcmobile.co.za, news apps and NewsBreak 082 152.

Main purpose of the position

Content development, optimisation and production for the SABC News website and other platforms as well as guiding development of new Online Services and features.

Key accountabilities:

Monitor prevailing and emerging digital and social media trends and services and develop innovative ways to improve and popularize SABC News digital and broadcast services.
Content, platform and product design and development for the web and mobile, including using online tools to illustrate, visualise, curate and enhance online content.
Business analysis, conceptualization and formulation of specifications for digital media projects, and leading the implementation of editorial initiatives.
Web development liaison between editorial and IT staff.
Effective use of SABC text, video, audio and graphic content and implementation of multimedia best practices to improve online editorial content and make it more interactive and engaging.
Track and compile web traffic stats and do online reputation management.
Lead and support journalists in digital content gathering, production and contribution to various platforms.

Qualifications and requirements:

A suitable online journalism and/or information/computer sciences or digital media production qualification.
At least 5 years of online news and multimedia production experience; or other relevant experience in digital content production, web design and social media.
A strongly developed news sense and awareness, combined with news writing and compilation skills, and the ability to use online visualisation and newsroom tools.
Knowledge of web design principles, content optimisation, image manipulation, graphic arts, animation, interactive media, Javascript, html, css, xml, flash, video and audio, seo and web content management systems; and the ability to interpret editorial requirements for web developers.
The ability to find and implement digital solutions and workarounds in an agile news environment, within set deadlines.
An online presence and portfolio of work to demonstrate the expertise listed above – please provide links to a portfolio of online work in the job application.

Please submit applications to Nomhle Lallo: lallon@sabc.co.za or SABC News: Human Resources, Room 0422D, 4th floor, TV Centre.

Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act and the SABC’s Employment Equity initiatives. If you have not had any response within six weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.


Closing date: 31 August 2012

Jobs at US Embassy in South Africa - Leasing Assistant Jobs Vacancy in Pretoria

Job Title: Leasing Assistant
REF: VA 11-40
Recruiter: American Embassy
AA/EE: Not Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Pretoria
Available: Immediately
Category: Property
Offer: Basic Salary Range: R161,629 – R226,276 per annum; Cash Benefits Range: R25,083 – R30,470 per annum
Introduction
The U.S. Embassy in Pretoria is seeking an individual for the position of Leasing Assistant in the General Services Office (GSO).

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications Required:

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM.

Items 1- 5 are ALL REQUIRED

1. Education: Completion of secondary school (grade 12) is required.
2. Experience: Minimum of three years demonstrated progressively responsible experience of which two years in project management and one year in some aspect related to real estate is required.
3. Language: English level IV (fluent) in reading, writing and speaking is required. Level III (good working knowledge) in another local South African language is required. (This will be tested)
4. Knowledge: Professional level knowledge of office procedures is required.
5. Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to deal with customers courteously, timely and affectively is required.
- Ability to operate all office equipments is required.
- Ability to complete work assignments timely and efficiently is required.
- Must be dependable, attentive to details, and independent.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite 2007 is required (This will be tested)
- Must have a valid Code 8 (B) or higher driver’s license.
Job Specification
Basic Function of Position:

The incumbent manages a portfolio of 80 to 120 leases valued at $2.5M, maintains all lease documentation, communicates with Washington for funding requests and prepares waiver requests for leases when required. The incumbent also maintains the Real Property database for the Mission Housing Program. The incumbent serves as a main point of contact for the City of Tshwane.

Basic Salary Range: R161,629 – R226,276 per annum
Cash Benefits Range: R25,083 – R30,470 per annum
Non-cash benefits include medical, pension and others where applicable

Closing: September 7, 2012 (Close of Business)

For more details on the Application and Selection process, please go to:
Please note that this link will take you to the p-net site.
http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html

Register and Apply via: http://americanembassy.pnet.co.za

Artisan Boilermaking Jobs Vacancy at at ESKOM South Africa

Job Title: Artisan Boilermaking
Position / Task Grade: T09
Area of specialisation: To perform boilermaker activities on all mechanical plant
Department: Maintenance
Business Unit: Lethabo Power Station
Location: Lethabo Power Station, Free State
Reference Number: 49859996MVW / 329-869600
Closing Date: 02 September 2012

Minimum Requirements

Qualification(s):
Grade 12 / N3 and Trade Test (NQF Level Equivalent)
Experience:
2 years Apprenticeship Training

Skills and Competencies

Communication
Basic Safety Knowledge
Plant Safety Regulations
Computer literacy
Authorised as responsible person(PSR)
Valid driver license

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities as per laid down procedures
Attend meetings
Attend to equipment care and personal safety

If you have not been contacted within 28 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Note that the appointment of the candidate is at Eskom?s sole discretion, taking into account factors that Eskom considers relevant including but not limited to Eskom?s employment equity policy. Eskom supports a smoke-free environment


Apply to:

http://recruitment.eskom.co.za/

Senior Advisor Job Vacancy at ESKOM South Africa in Gauteng

JOB TITLE: Senior Advisor Fixed Asset Management
Task Grade: G15
Area of Specialization: Manage the fixed assets management function with a focus on completeness, existence, accuracy and validity of fixed assets in compliance to International Reporting Standards (IFRS), Taxation Legislation and Regulatory requirements
Department: Finance and Management Reporting (COE)
Business Unit: Finance
Location: Megawatt Park, Gauteng
Reference Number: 49965050JT / 329 876024
Closing Date: 7 September 2012

Minimum Requirements

Qualification(s)
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Tax
Experience
Financial Accounting Fixed asset management
Income tax
International control
5 years related experience

Skills and Competencies

Behavioural
Accountability
Business leadership
Commercial Awareness and Judgement
Influence and persuasion
Leadership
Business Acumen
Communication and Engagement
Customer Orientation
Judgement and Decision making
Results Orientation
Lateral thinker
Knowledge
Closing/consolidation (level 4)
External reporting (level 4)
Financial and accounting skills (level 4)
Financial analysis and reporting (level 4)
Policy interpretation,formulation,formulation and implementation (level 4)
Financial information compilation (level 4)
Financial information interpretation (level 4)
Financial risk assessment (level 4)
Financial systems knowledge (level 4)
General ledger maintenance (level 4)
Internal control (level 4)
Tax (level 4)
Skill
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Conceptual thinking skills
General Management skills
Problem solving skills
Innovative and Creative
Knowledge of IFRS, Companies Act, and PFMA and other relevant legislation
IT literacy- SAP knowledge and General Systems knowledge
Software literacy- Microsoft Office ( Excel, Word etc.)

Key Responsibilities

Manage and monitor compliance to IFRS,Tax legislation,policies,procedures and regulatory requirements
Manage the assets management process and fixed asset register from group level
Manage the reconciliations, clearing of assets general accounts and performing analytical reviews
Report on fixed assets management and perform depreciation analysis
Manage and co-ordinate the physical verification of fixed assets process
Advise and provide guidance, training and support service
Perform resource and output management

If you have not been contacted within 28 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Note that the appointment of the candidate is at Eskom?s sole discretion, taking into account factors that Eskom considers relevant including but not limited to Eskom?s employment equity policy. Eskom supports a smoke-free environment


Apply to:

http://recruitment.eskom.co.za/

Imports Merchandiser Jobs at Woolworths (Pty) Ltd in South Africa

Job Title: Imports Merchandiser : Lingerie : 8 Month Contract

REF: CBGM/BL/Imports Merchandiser : Lingerie : 8 Month Contract/Western Cape/220812

Recruiter: Woolworths (Pty) Ltd Updated on: 2012-08-24 00:00:00
Start Date: 2012-08-22 End Date: 2012-08-28
AA/EE: Applicable Contract Temporary / Contract
Location: Western Cape Available: ASAP
Category: Retail Offer: Market Related
Reporting To: N/A Job Grade: Junior Mgt & Entry Level Specialists
Division: Clothes, Buying and General Merchandise Positions: 1
Introduction

To manage and influence the Direct Imports critical path for the group to ensure on time delivery and build strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders
Minimum Requirements

Technical Skills:
·          Relevant tertiary qualification (in Clothing Retail/Manufacturing)
·          3 to 5 years buying or sourcing (local and international) experience in a retail

·          Production Experience required
·          Highly numerate and analytical
·          Negotiation skills
·          Order/contract management
·          Understanding of Imports and Supply Chain Logistics
·          Computer literate


Behavioural Skills:
·          Customer orientation
·          Planning and Organising ability
·          Team player
·          Demonstrates taste and flair
·          Communication Skills

In accordance with Woolworths, Employment Equity approach, preference will be given to candidates from designated groups
Job Specification

·          Provide input to post seasonal analysis in terms of supplier performance
·          Input to group supplier strategy to target growth potential, consolidation opportunities and decline
      management
·          Manage and influence the Direct Imports orders critical path
·          Raise purchase orders and track the required critical paths
·          Liaise with suppliers to ensure required order documentation is received timeously
·          Give input to supplier KPI process within the groups and departments
·          Educate and motivate compliance of suppliers wrt Woolworths' supplier standard operation procedures
·          Develop and build sustainable relationships with suppliers
·          Adhere to lead-time calendar per group and identify improved speed to market opportunities
·          Work closely with supply chain to meet agreed cost savings deliverables and ensure integration with international logistics strategy


To Apply:
http://woolworths.pnet.co.za/#s=job_search