Showing posts with label Jobs in South Africa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jobs in South Africa. Show all posts

Monday, July 15, 2013

Programme Assistant, at Bioversity International CGIAR, Rome, Italy In Africa

Title:-TEMPORARY_Programme Assistant, UNEP-GEF, HQ Description
Bioversity International is a research-for-development organization working with partners worldwide
to use and conserve agricultural and tree biodiversity for improved livelihoods, nutrition, sustainability and productive and resilient ecosystems. Bioversity International is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership for a food secure future. Bioversity International has more than 300 staff and scientists' worldwide working with almost 700 partners. For further information on Bioversity International, consult the Web page at http://www.bioversityinternational.org
Position Description
Job Description
As part of Bioversity's commitment to the implementation of four UNEP/GEF single country projects in Nepal, Cuba, Sri Lanka and Uzbekistan, Bioversity is seeking a qualified Programme Assistant to support the development and implementation of project activities, and analysis and presentation of information from UNEP/GEF funded projects. The Programme Assistant will be situated in Bioversity's Headquarters near Rome, Italy and will be a member of Agrobiodiversity and Ecosystem Services Programme of Bioversity International. He or she will be under the direct supervision of the Principal Scientist, Agricultural Biodiversity and Ecosystems to support project activities in Nepal, Sri Lanka and Uzbekistan, and under the direct supervision of the Senior Scientist, Anthropology and Socioeconomics to support project activities in Cuba. More specifically, the Programme Assistant will:
Assemble project documentation, drafting letters, preparing visual presentations, and editing material for syntax. Liaise with internal staff and external agencies or people on a variety of activities / issues. Prepare Travel Authorization and logistics, including visa requirements, of Bioversity staff and other partners. Prepare Meetings, Seminars, Conferences, and minutes preparation, including arrangements such as to time, location, reception and overall handling of internal and external visitors. Prepare draft Letters of Agreements with project partners to ensure distribution of agreed financial resources to implement the project. Respond to inquiries from all levels of staff across the organization and from external sources regarding project administrative activities. Provide support to the Principal and Senior Scientist on the professional and timely implementation of the activities and outputs identified in the project document. Perform other duties as required.
Minimum Qualification & Experience
Essential qualifications & competencies
Secondary school education supplemented by office training. Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in an international working environment. Proficiency in relevant software packages (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Sound knowledge of standard office procedures. Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken. Desirable qualifications and competencies Command of country projects languages. Experience working in international development, with partners from multiple countries and culture. Working knowledge of the Spanish language, both written and spoken. Skills & abilities
Strong interpersonal, communications and teamwork skills; courtesy, tact and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of cultural and national backgrounds, and work in a multicultural team. Well developed skills in personal organization, priority setting, problem solving and accuracy. Strong client orientation and service approach. Considerable judgment and initiative; ability to work with significant independence within assigned areas.
Personal Qualities
Terms & Conditions
This is a temporary locally recruited support position and all benefits are denominated and paid in EURO. The salary is level 4, in a scale of eight levels, with level 8 being the highest. The salary range starts from Euro 2,854.5 per month. The contract will be for a period of six months.

Applications procedure
Please apply online through Bioversity Job Opportunities web page (http://www.bioversityinternational.org/about_us/job_opportunities.html) by clicking the "Apply" button, completing the online application and attaching the required information, no later than 2 August 2013. Please note that in the application you are required to provide the contact details (address, telephone number and e-mail address) of at least three referees, which Bioversity will contact for short listed applicants.

Closing Date: Friday, 02 August 2013 

Engineer, WFP Field Engineering (Short-term), Rome at The World Food Programme (WFP)

Job Title: Engineer, WFP Field Engineering (Short-term)
 The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are currently seeking to fill an international consultancy position of Engineer, which
will be based in the WFP Field Engineering within the Facilities Management Branch at our Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The contract will be for an initial period of 6 months. WFP is an operational leader in engineering services. The WFP Field Engineering coordinates, designs, supports, manages and supervises the construction activities in our Country Offices, compounds and premises worldwide. The Engineer will be responsible for providing support in the technical, financial and administrative aspects of various engineering projects, fields of work and emergency operations in which the WFP Field Engineering is involved. The Engineer will report to the Chief Engineer, WFP Field Engineering, and be responsible for the following:

key duties:
  • Undertake preliminary or detailed designs (including preparing, writing and assembling drawings, schematics, masterplans, design calculations and reports, technical specifications) and requiring a detailed knowledge of the international standards and codes;
  • Develop project budgets or preliminary and detailed costs estimations to implement civil, structural, electrical, mechanical or special systems within the projects (including feasibility studies, project schedules and bids).
  • Work-time estimates could be also required; Prepare and assemble construction contract documentations;
  • Support the Team with the preparation of Scope of Works, tender packages, tender evaluation, contracting and reporting;
  • Support engineering teams in both Headquarters and the field;
  • Attend meetings and prepare and review reports, minutes and correspondence;
  • Liaise with stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation;
  • Undertake administrative tasks and provide project management services for the projects where and when requested;
  • Provide guidance and direction to contractors and design consultants;
  • Supervise construction works, programming and co-ordination;
  • Review and evaluate the planned and 'in progress' construction projects;
  • Establish and maintain project performance monitoring, evaluation and reporting procedures, up to project completion;
  • Assist the Team in contractual matters (not limited to performance bonds, insurances, claims, advance payment guarantees, etc.);
  • Prepare and manage cash flow programmes;
  • Assist with the interpretation of the contract documents.
  • Explain and/or reconcile any ambiguities and/or discrepancies in the contract documents and apply the various provisions of the contract documents;
  • Assist in the settlement of audit related enquiries (if any), pertaining to a project;
  • Monitor the quality of the works during design and construction;
  • Participate in design reviews (including reading, interpreting and critique/comment on technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports) and giving advice and recommendation;
  • Operate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks;
  • Perform other related duties as required. 1
Qualifications Experience And Education:
  • University degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Professional or Chartered accreditation by an appropriate national or international regulatory authority for Engineers is an asset.
Experience:
  • At least 5 years of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in civil or structural engineering;
  • Experience in 'health and safety' systems is highly desirable. Technical Skills & Knowledge:
  • Good knowledge of engineering design, in particular to the civil and structural fields;
  • Familiarity with public procurement procedures, international contract formats and construction management procedures;
  • Knowledge of a relevant engineering discipline, such as electrical/mechanical design, designing of buildings, designing of roads, alternative energy technologies or fire safety design;
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Project, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) and other standard office software packages and systems;
  • Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and other project management software. Competencies:
  • Strong technical problem solving skills;
  • Ability to understand and establish priorities and work by objectives;
  • Ability to work in a team and establish effective working relationships with people from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds;
  • Ability to work under stress and work overtime when required. Language:
  • Working knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English;
  • Proficiency in Arabic, French or Spanish is highly desirable.
Terms and Conditions
  • WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP. http://www.wfp.org Click on: 'Where we work' and 'Our work' to learn more about WFP's operations http://www.unstaffmobility.org Learn more about countries where the UN operates Application procedures: Go to: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/13-0013954
  • Step 1: Create your online CV.
  • Step 2: Click on 'Description' to read the position requirements and 'Apply' to submit your application.
NOTE: You must complete Step 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy. Deadline for applications: 29 July 2013 WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. Qualified female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are encouraged to apply. REF: 13-0013954
Fighting Hunger Worldwide 2
Closing Date: Monday, 29 July 2013
http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/olcv/FileReqDesc?reqcode=13-0013954

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Sr Acct Mgr (Hunter) Job Vacancy at Orange Telecom South Africa

Job Title:NG Sr Acct Mgr (Hunter)

Johannesburg,South Africa

South Africa


ref : 529882

posted : 18 Jul 2012

apply before : 30 Jul 2012
company

Orange Business Services
activities

Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department

S&M Emerging Markets
about the role

Engage with current and potential customers at the Executive level to understand their overall strategy and key business drivers; strive to develop a roadmap with the customer that facilitates progression towards or closure of Orange contracts (network services, solution sets, IS procurement, value added surround services).

Develop multi-level and multi-functional relationships (CEO, CFO, CIO and Business Unit Leaders) to drive solutions that are innovative and provide value / benefit relative to the customer’s respective business needs; deepen and widen relationships with a longer term focus.

Understand the customer's business and IT strategy; map these requirements to industry trends, as well as with existing customer requirements where Orange solutions have helped provide value.

Prepare regular analysis of competitor activity to understand market direction and potential impact on customer relationship, proactively look for opportunity to address need for cost reductions or technology refresh to achieve enhanced capability, improved efficiency, or pronounced market advantage.

Position consulting services as required to strengthen relationship by demonstrating Orange Business Services’ ability to bring intellectual value and advise; provide resolution of communications related problems through quality analysis in partnership with customer.

Look to identify and manager third parties that add value to proposed solutions; position Orange as the strategic integrator providing a unique value proposition for our clients.

about you

Listening

Accountability

Personal Credibility and Impact

Leadership

Communication

Agility

Presentation Skills

Personal Credibility and Impact

CXO Dialogues

Relationship Management

Strategic Perspective

Customer Facing Skills

Profit and Loss Management

Customer Orientation

Business Acumen

additional information

Account management will provide front line experience in a range of areas including: cash management, sales, process analysis, risk mitigation and team management that will be invaluable as they progress their careers in management or in some other discipline. In addition, Account Management will provide professionals direct access to business management at the V.P. and C-Levels of some of the largest corporations in the world, in order to gain a comfort level with presentation and business communication skills.
contract

Permanent
apply on line
http://orange.jobs/jobs/search.do?CTNT=AFRICA&lang=EN

Sr Acct Mgr (Farmer) Job Vacancy at Orange Telecom South Africa

Job Title:NG Sr Acct Mgr (Farmer)

Johannesburg,South Africa

South Africa


ref : 529876

posted : 18 Jul 2012

apply before : 01 Aug 2012
company

Orange Business Services
activities

Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department

S&M Emerging Markets
about the role

Engage with current and potential customers at the Executive level to understand their overall strategy and key business drivers; strive to develop a roadmap with the customer that facilitates progression towards or closure of Orange contracts (network services, solution sets, IS procurement, value added surround services).

Develop multi-level and multi-functional relationships (CEO, CFO, CIO and Business Unit Leaders) to drive solutions that are innovative and provide value / benefit relative to the customer’s respective business needs; deepen and widen relationships with a longer term focus.

Understand the customer's business and IT strategy; map these requirements to industry trends, as well as with existing customer requirements where Orange solutions have helped provide value.

Prepare regular analysis of competitor activity to understand market direction and potential impact on customer relationship, proactively look for opportunity to address need for cost reductions or technology refresh to achieve enhanced capability, improved efficiency, or pronounced market advantage.

Position consulting services as required to strengthen relationship by demonstrating Orange Business Services’ ability to bring intellectual value and advise; provide resolution of communications related problems through quality analysis in partnership with customer.

Look to identify and manager third parties that add value to proposed solutions; position Orange as the strategic integrator providing a unique value proposition for our clients.

about you

Listening

Accountability

Personal Credibility and Impact

Leadership

Communication

Agility

Presentation Skills

Personal Credibility and Impact

CXO Dialogues

Relationship Management

Strategic Perspective

Customer Facing Skills

Profit and Loss Management

Customer Orientation

Business Acumen

Delivering Solutions according to industry trends

Creativity and Innovation

Commercial Acumen

Global, Multi-cultural working

Prioritization and Balance

Results Orientation

additional information

Account management will provide front line experience in a range of areas including: cash management, sales, process analysis, risk mitigation and team management that will be invaluable as they progress their careers in management or in some other discipline. In addition, Account Management will provide professionals direct access to business management at the V.P. and C-Levels of some of the largest corporations in the world, in order to gain a comfort level with presentation and business communication skills.
contract

Permanent
apply on line
http://orange.jobs/jobs/search.do?CTNT=AFRICA&lang=EN


Monday, July 23, 2012

Salesman Job Vacancy at Pepsi Cola South Africa


Job Title:Salesman Job

  
Date: Jul 22, 2012

Location: , SA

PepsiCo is a world leader in convenient snacks, foods and beverages - home to some of the best loved and iconic brands around the world.

Our business in Asia Middle East and Africa is the global growth engine of PepsiCo, spanning over 92 diverse countries - from emerging markets to developed markets. Living up to our promise of being a good corporate citizen, through more efficient use of land, energy, water and packaging in our operations, we continue to delight 75% of the world's consumers with our quality, tasty, fun, nutritious and convenient products.

Our employees are at the heart of PepsiCo. Through the Company's commitment to Talent Sustainability, we continue to support the development of employees. Possibilities, our employment brand, reinforces our commitment to our people; enabling them to reach new heights in their careers and becoming truly world class talents. PepsiCo is universally recognized as one of the best companies in the world for leadership development.


The Role:

As part of the KSA sales team the primary role of this position is to maximise sales volume, minimise stales, achievement of distribution targets, implementation of agreed merchandising standards, collection of accounts receivable and maintaining high levels of customer service. Operating procedures must be followed to ensure that there is continuity of standards across the KSA to support these primary job functions. In addition to these duties the salesman will also provide his supervisor with latest market information in order to develop any sales opportunities. The salesman will be required to attend training courses designed to improve levels of professionalism and customer service. The salesman is required to complete a daily debriefing with his supervisor.


Accountabilities:

1. Sell the full range of products to an agreed list of customers. Sales will be measured against previously agreed targets. Levels of stales must be below the agreed target provided by his supervisor.
2. The customers are to receive the service approved by the supervisor. The call frequency as well as the daily route plan are key to maintaining the levels of customer satisfaction demanded by the company. The actual customers visited on a daily basis will be reviewed by the supervisor during the daily debriefing sessions.
3. Carry out the daily and weekly vehicle checks as laid down in the operating procedures. The salesman is responsible for maintaining the sales vehicle in a clean and roadworthy condition and any defects or damage must be reported at the earliest opportunity to the supervisor.
4. Daily the salesman will agree his order requirements for the next selling period.
5. Maintaining individual customer stock levels to the agreed requirements in order to make sure that out of stock problems are kept to a minimum.
6. The salesman is responsible for the implementation of the agreed in store merchandising communicated by the supervisor. Where there is additional support from a company merchandiser the salesman will agree with the supervisor the arrangements planned in the outlets with the support.
7. Advise the supervisor of any relevant competitor activity taking place in the area served by the salesman. This will be part of the daily debriefing with the supervisor.
8. Daily reconciliation of all cheques, cash & credit sales. Zero stock & cash shortages.
9. Sales staff are to be neatly groomed and presentable at all times.
10.Maintain a high standard of driving and obey the driving regulations.
11.The following Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) will be used to measure a salesman's performance. Failure to deliver consistently the results required will lead to disciplinary action.
Key Performance Indicators. (KPI's)


Key Skills/Experience Required:

1- Maintain a high standard of driving and obey the driving regulations.
2- Sales staff are to be neatly groomed and presentable at all times.
3- Good Communication Skills.


If you are ready to explore the PepsiCo's World of Possibilities and experience the exhilaration of working with our world class talents, click Apply Now. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch with you.

PepsiCo

Ref: 16275BR


Job Segments: Accounts Receivable, Energy, Finance, Human Resources, Merchandising, Recruiting, Retail, Sustainability
How to Apply;
http://careers.pepsico.com/job/Salesman-Job/2041928/

Salesman Job Opportunity at Pepsi Cola South Africa


Job Title:Salesman Job

 

Date: Jul 22, 2012

Location: , SA

PepsiCo is a world leader in convenient snacks, foods and beverages - home to some of the best loved and iconic brands around the world.

Our business in Asia Middle East and Africa is the global growth engine of PepsiCo, spanning over 92 diverse countries - from emerging markets to developed markets. Living up to our promise of being a good corporate citizen, through more efficient use of land, energy, water and packaging in our operations, we continue to delight 75% of the world's consumers with our quality, tasty, fun, nutritious and convenient products.

Our employees are at the heart of PepsiCo. Through the Company's commitment to Talent Sustainability, we continue to support the development of employees. Possibilities, our employment brand, reinforces our commitment to our people; enabling them to reach new heights in their careers and becoming truly world class talents. PepsiCo is universally recognized as one of the best companies in the world for leadership development.


The Role:

As part of the KSA sales team the primary role of this position is to maximise sales volume, minimise stales, achievement of distribution targets, implementation of agreed merchandising standards, collection of accounts receivable and maintaining high levels of customer service. Operating procedures must be followed to ensure that there is continuity of standards across the KSA to support these primary job functions. In addition to these duties the salesman will also provide his supervisor with latest market information in order to develop any sales opportunities. The salesman will be required to attend training courses designed to improve levels of professionalism and customer service. The salesman is required to complete a daily debriefing with his supervisor.


Accountabilities:

1. Sell the full range of products to an agreed list of customers. Sales will be measured against previously agreed targets. Levels of stales must be below the agreed target provided by his supervisor.
2. The customers are to receive the service approved by the supervisor. The call frequency as well as the daily route plan are key to maintaining the levels of customer satisfaction demanded by the company. The actual customers visited on a daily basis will be reviewed by the supervisor during the daily debriefing sessions.
3. Carry out the daily and weekly vehicle checks as laid down in the operating procedures. The salesman is responsible for maintaining the sales vehicle in a clean and roadworthy condition and any defects or damage must be reported at the earliest opportunity to the supervisor.
4. Daily the salesman will agree his order requirements for the next selling period.
5. Maintaining individual customer stock levels to the agreed requirements in order to make sure that out of stock problems are kept to a minimum.
6. The salesman is responsible for the implementation of the agreed in store merchandising communicated by the supervisor. Where there is additional support from a company merchandiser the salesman will agree with the supervisor the arrangements planned in the outlets with the support.
7. Advise the supervisor of any relevant competitor activity taking place in the area served by the salesman. This will be part of the daily debriefing with the supervisor.
8. Daily reconciliation of all cheques, cash & credit sales. Zero stock & cash shortages.
9. Sales staff are to be neatly groomed and presentable at all times.
10.Maintain a high standard of driving and obey the driving regulations.
11.The following Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) will be used to measure a salesman's performance. Failure to deliver consistently the results required will lead to disciplinary action.
Key Performance Indicators. (KPI's)


Key Skills/Experience Required:

1- Maintain a high standard of driving and obey the driving regulations.
2- Sales staff are to be neatly groomed and presentable at all times.
3- Good Communication Skills.


If you are ready to explore the PepsiCo's World of Possibilities and experience the exhilaration of working with our world class talents, click Apply Now. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch with you.

PepsiCo

Ref: 16276BR

Job Segments: Accounts Receivable, Energy, Finance, Human Resources, Merchandising, Recruiting, Retail, Sustainability
How to Apply;
http://careers.pepsico.com/job/Salesman-Job/2041929/

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Regional Director Job Vacancy at Oxfam South Africa

Job Title:Regional Director - Southern Africa Region

Ref
    INT5571
Region
    Southern Africa
Location
    Pretoria
Division
    International
Department
    Regional Management
Position Type
    Open Ended
Job Type
    Experienced
Closing date for applications
(UK Time)
    29 July 2012



Regional Director - Southern Africa Region

Competitive salary plus generous benefits, based Pretoria

Oxfam GB's programme extends from emergency relief to ongoing development, lobbying and advocacy work across Southern Africa. We aim to leverage transformational change to make a significant positive
difference to the lives of poor people across the region as 'practical visionaries'.

We are looking for an experienced influential inspirational leader to implement our strategic vision for Southern Africa and contribute to next generation development thinking. In this high profile and challenging role you will provide vision and strategic leadership, with a £17 million budget and a team of 180 to deliver Oxfam GB's regional programme and policy objectives. As part of our International Senior Management Team, you'll have an opportunity to influence on both Oxfam GB and Oxfam International's global direction.

It's essential that you understand contemporary dynamics in Southern Africa. You will have proven leadership ability at a senior, strategic level in a complex dispersed organisation. With excellent communication, influencing and visioning skills, you'll have the ability to galvanise staff to deliver real and lasting results for vulnerable people in the region.
 How to Apply;

For a detailed job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit: www.oxfordhr.co.uk
Details are on the Vacancies tab.

Closing date: 29th July 2012.

Interview dates: 30th and 31st August 2012 in Oxford.

Friday, July 6, 2012

Senior Regional Thematic Specialist Job Vacancy at IOM South Africa

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Position Title:Senior Regional Thematic Specialist
(Irregular, Mixed and Assisted Migration)
Duty Station
:
Pretoria, South Africa
Classification
:
Official, Grade P4
Type of Appointment
:
Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date
:
As soon as possible
Closing Date
:
July 12, 2012
Reference Code
:
VN2012/46(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Context:
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director for East and Southern Africa in Pretoria, the thematic oversight of the Migrant Assistance Division at Headquarters (HQ)
OPEN TO INTERNAL AND NON-REPRESENTED
MEMBER STATES CANDIDATES
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of non- represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered:
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Honduras, Israel, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Namibia, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Rwanda, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

and in coordination with other relevant Divisions, the successful candidate will act as a regional thematic resource person; monitor and analyse regional thematic trends including those related to human trafficking, smuggling, irregular and forced migration and mixed migration flows; support regional thematic project development; and review and endorse projects related to his/her thematic area of expertise in the region.
The Senior Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) will also coordinate and lead the project endorsement team in RO Pretoria.
Core Functions/ Responsibilities:
1. Act as a thematic resource person providing capacity building, training, and general support to Country Offices (CO) in the region. Contribute to building the capacities of IOM staff in the thematic area through a combination of formal training and on-the-job mentoring.
2. Review, endorse, and track project proposals developed by CO in the region, and provide regular updates to the concerned HQ Division on projects endorsed. Ensure that all endorsed projects are:
a) consistent with the IOM Constitution, IOM Strategy and the Organization's policies, thematic guidelines and manuals and any relevant national and/or regional strategies;
b) coherent, relevant, and feasible, and take into account good practices in the respective migration/thematic area(s);
c) developed according to IOM's project development procedures as established in the IOM Handbook on Projects.
3. Identify emerging issues relevant to the thematic area and contribute to the development of thematic policy and reports. Monitor developments in the thematic area, in close collaboration with the Regional Liaison and Policy Officer (RLPO), CO and relevant HQ Departments.
4. Develop regional and multi-country programmes and projects, (including, but not limited to the Mixed Migration flows from the Horn of Africa) in the thematic area and identify anticipated synergies between thematic areas, in close coordination with the Regional Project Development Officer (RPDO), and other thematic specialists.
5. Participate in and actively contribute to IOM's network of RTSs globally, analyze and share best practices with relevant HQ Divisions and CO.
6. Develop regional thematic guidance notes, information sheets and policy documents in coordination with the RLPO, CO and relevant HQ Division(s).
7. Provide thematic guidance to Project Managers through sharing information with the CO at the regional level and providing general technical support upon request from the Field in coordination with the RLPO.
8. Ensure the delivery of quality thematic training to governments as required by CO in the region.
9. Represent IOM in the region by actively participating in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the thematic area of expertise, as required by the Regional Director.

10. Act as Head of the Project Endorsement Team and oversee the work of RTS, Regional Project Development Officer, Regional Monitoring & Evaluation Officer and Regional Project Development Assistant .
11. Oversee the project endorsement process to ensure proposals are received and reviewed in good time.
12. Provide guidance, advice and support to team members and ensure mutual support and coordination between team members and between team members and other RO staff.
13. Communicate with the COs on project development and endorsement matter on behalf of the RO.
14. Support the development of a regional strategy.
15. Perform such other duties that may be assigned.
Desirable Competencies
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a) works effectively with government officials of appropriate level on matters related to substantive migration issues and the work of IOM; b) effectively applies knowledge of migration issues within organizational context; c) correctly frames migration issues within their regional, global, and political context.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed Master's degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations and/or Law; b) eight years of experience (or ten years of experience for candidates with a first level university degree) in the field of migration issues including operational and field experience, IOM project development, and management; c) demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development; d)

knowledge or experience of regional issues an advantage; e) experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs; f) knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of French or Portuguese an advantage.
NOTE:
1. The tenure of contract of staff members holding a regular contract will remain unchanged.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by July 12, 2012 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 28.06.2012 to 12.07.2012
VN 2012/46 (O)-Senior Regional Thematic Specialist (P4) - Pretoria, South Africa
(54440171) Released
Posting: VN 2012/46 (O)-Senior Regional Thematic Specialist (P4) - Pretoria, South Africa (54440172) Released

International Staffing Specialist Field Job Vacancy at World Vision South Africa

Job Title:    INTERNATIONAL STAFFING SPECIALIST - FIELD    Application Deadline Date:    31 Jul 2012
Position Location:    South Africa    Position Start Date:    01 Sep 2012
Region:    Africa\Southern Africa    Position End Date:    31 Aug 2014
Requisition Category:    International    Recruitment Priority:    Need Immediately
Country Name:    South Africa    Program/Office Name:    People & Culture
City/Province:    South Africa    Employee Type:    Regular Full-time
Job Grade Level:    160    Recruitment Status:    Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post?    Non-family - Staff only       
        Requisition Num:    2012AFSJSHA-8VTJBX


*THIS IS A NATIONAL POSITION WITH NO RELOCATION, TO BE BASED IN JOHANNESBURG. SOUTH AFRICA*


PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To provide effective, transparent and legally compliant international staffing services to a designated group of hiring offices in the field operations focused on delivering quality ministry to the communities and children we seek to serve. This is accomplished through the forecasting, sourcing, screening, assessment and placement of executive, professional and technical personnel in a timely and cost effective manner. This will require a strong customer service orientation along with the ability to anticipate emerging organizational staffing trends and external market trends.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

        Workforce Planning & Needs Assessment
        Develop, build and maintain relationships with managers and People & Culture (P&C) staff in a designated group of hiring offices in order to fill all international vacancies in a timely manner.
        Build capacity of these staff to engage with International Staffing policies, procedures and systems, as required.
        Support hiring offices and regional offices in assessing international vacancy requirements/recruiting needs and developing recruitment strategies and plans for the coming fiscal year.
        Provide end-to-end process support to hiring office managers and P&C staff, to fill specific international vacancies.
        May provide direct consulting with management on employment procedures and assistance (e.g. interviewing techniques)

        Candidate Sourcing & Screening
        Develop and maintain multiple channels and networks to build a deep, diverse, and reliable sourcing pool from a specified country or group of countries. Proactively identify and develop effective sourcing strategies (e.g. networking contacts, system queries/searches, religious institutions, College/Universities presentations)
        Develop, design and implement recruiting plan for assigned positions (e.g. advertisements, networking tools); write advertisements and job postings using WVI guidelines/templates.
        Maintain knowledge of and sensitivity to the constantly changing environment of the marketplace relative to the sourcing and recruitment of qualified professionals
        Work in close partnership with hiring managers to achieve service level agreements and recruitment objectives for assigned positions by verifying appropriate position requirement, budget and target source.
        Conduct effective screening, interviewing, and assessments for the best candidates for a position match.
        Develop, build and maintain candidate relationships through ongoing communications regarding questions, updates and status during the interview process.

        Interviewing & Selection
        Provide regular updates to hiring managers on search progress.
        Shortlist candidates for assigned positions from own and other ISS sourcing pools and present candidate short-list to hiring managers
        Coordinate background screening (e.g. police, child protection, reference checks, etc.) for own short-listed candidates.
        Manage field interviews for short-listed candidates with appropriate hiring managers
        Capture and manage candidate interview results and selection decisions
        Provide feedback to candidates on interview results and selection decisions.

        Offer, Feedback, Closing & Selling
        Negotiate offer with selected candidate within limits specified by hiring office
        Draw up and issue contract/offer letter for candidate.
        Initiate PAF paperwork based on candidate acceptance.
        Coordinate with International Staffing Administrator to ensure appropriate orientation/on-boarding support is provided to new hires.

        Ongoing, Exit & Transfer Support
        Coordinate payroll administration with appropriate Support offices
        Manage/coordinate international staff relocation for International staff with contract length< 2 years
        Provide support to International HR for managing employee data in personnel files/HR data systems
        Conduct/coordinate exit debrief sessions
        Support staff and HR in process of relocating to new assignment (salary & benefits administration changes, logistics, Visa/travel arrangements)



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

        REQUIRED:
        Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 5 years of on the job training in recruitment and or human resources management.
        Experience in recruitment of executive, professional and technical positions is required.
        Experience in international/global workforce in Africa context is essential. Working knowledge of Humanitarian NGO’s is desirable. Knowledge of relief contexts is desirable.
        Experience in forecasting of workforce/staffing needs preferred.
        Ability to manage all recruiting processes (applicant sourcing, resume screening, applicant assessment and interview, negotiating contracts). Targeted Selection certification or behavioural interviewing is a plus
        People management experience – this position will manage intern or International Staffing Administrator.
        Must be a team player, collaborator, and able to effectively network amongst all levels within and outside of the Partnership.
        Must have strong interpersonal, negotiation and oral/written communication skills. Ability to provide high-level customer service required.
        Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously.
        Possess cross-cultural sensitivity, knowledge of and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
        Demonstrated computer literacy to include experience in tracking recruitment outcomes/metrics. Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems such as RecruitSoft is a plus.
        Ability to travel domestically and internationally if required.
        Ability to operate within a geographically dispersed organization
        Fluency in English:

        PREFERRED:
        Second language (French or Portuguese) is added advantage but not a must
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/71831DFBF8AF3CD788257A300029B6CE?OpenDocument

Monday, July 2, 2012

Agro Logistics Manager Job Vacancy at Pepsi Cola South Africa


Job Title:Agro Logistics Manager Job


Date: Jul 2, 2012

Location: Riyadh, SA

PepsiCo is a world leader in convenient snacks, foods and beverages - home to some of the best loved and iconic brands around the world.

Our business in Asia Middle East and Africa is the global growth engine of PepsiCo, spanning over 92 diverse countries - from emerging markets to developed markets. Living up to our promise of being a good corporate citizen, through more efficient use of land, energy, water and packaging in our operations, we continue to delight 75% of the world's consumers with our quality, tasty, fun, nutritious and convenient products.

Our employees are at the heart of PepsiCo. Through the Company's commitment to Talent Sustainability, we continue to support the development of employees. Possibilities, our employment brand, reinforces our commitment to our people; enabling them to reach new heights in their careers and becoming truly world class talents. PepsiCo is universally recognized as one of the best companies in the world for leadership development.




The Role:

To prepare and execute the contracts with suppliers. To manage the day to day supply schedules in the aim to comply with the planned volume and cost for potato and corn.

· To develop and expand a seamless agro raw materials supply.

· To comply the supply of potato and corn with the planned volume and price.

· Survey all chips stock established area in various growing regions even out of our suppliers to create an alternative supply plan in case of crisis.

· To negotiate detailed supply terms with suppliers.

· To elaborate the weekly and monthly supply schedule to meet the plan.

· To manage and co-ordinate a procurement supply function.

· To manage and co-ordinate a contracting supply business unit.

· To manage and co-ordinate export/import business including government liaison.

· Work with National Agro Manager to develop AOP.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:



    University degree 4 years Engineering, Science or Business related discipline.


    5 years in raw material process related field.


    Strong negotiation and presentation skills.


    Ability to communicate both up and down in the organization.


    Has previous experience with developing and negotiating with suppliers and business partners.


    Can manage conflict resolution situations both within the team function and with outside suppliers and seek win/win solutions.


    Has strong planning skills.


    Can easily communicate with Government personnel at all levels.


    Has the ability to understand technical concepts and manage technical professionals outside their own sphere of knowledge.


    Is able to travel extensively.


    Has the ability to relate to international suppliers.


    Has strong analytical ability.


    Is strongly motivated and with a high level of enthusiasm.


    Excellent computer skills.


    Fluency in English written and spoken.


    Results driven.


    Strong commercial business sense.


    Integrity beyond doubt.


PepsiCo

Ref: 14512BR


Job Segments: Agricultural, Agriculture, Energy, Engineer, Engineering, Logistics, Management, Manager, Operations, Procurement, Supply, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Manager, Sustainability

How to Apply;
http://careers.pepsico.com/job/Riyadh-Agro-Logistics-Manager-Job/1995663/

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Response Manager Job Vacancy at World Vision South Africa

Job Title:    Response Manager    Application Deadline Date:    08 Jul 2012
Position Location:    Juba    Position Start Date:    01 Aug 2012
Region:    Africa\East Africa    Position End Date:    31 Oct 2012
Requisition Category:    International    Recruitment Priority:    Need Immediately
Country Name:    Sudan    Program/Office Name:    WV South Sudan
City/Province:    Juba    Employee Type:    Contract
Job Grade Level:    13    Recruitment Status:    Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post?    Non-family - Staff only       
        Requisition Num:    2012AFEFDRI-8R6R5P


Response Manager provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management to the field operations in the assigned Region to ensure that they are effective and meet the designated goals and objectives of World Vision, the donors and the target population. Lead the assigned Regional Programme Team in the development, implementation, oversight and evaluation of all programming, with emphasis on strategic development, resource acquisition and quality control, as well as staff development.
Response Manager
· Act as a Leader for the Regional Programme Team
· Provide administrative management for the implementation of all WV Programs in the assigned Region in accordance with the overall WV Southern Sudan country strategy, policies, procedures and objectives.
· Ensure that all programmes are closely integrated and that all programmes receive adequate planning, monitoring and are evaluated and LEAP compliant
· Participate in the assessment of community needs and resources in the assigned Region.
· Where necessary and in conjunction with the Regional Program Officer, prepare project proposals and budgets, seeking to diversify funding and other resources.
· Assist in the development of strategies for long-term or additional interventions in the assigned Region.
· Maintain familiarity with the requirements and compliance procedures of current and new programme donors.
· Work closely with the Operations Director and Technical Program Director in ensuring the smooth functioning of the assigned Regional programme
· Oversee all aspects of day-to-day the assigned Regional Programme implementation, ensuring the achievement of the programme operational goals
· With the assistance of Regional Program Officer ensure that all donor and Support Office reporting requirements are met
· With the assistance of Regional Program Officer manage and evaluate operations budgets, project funding, expenditures and accomplishment of ministry objectives
· Support and supervise the work of County Teams and all operations staff in the assigned Region.
· Monitor the progress of projects with Regional Programme Officer, including frequent visits to sub-offices, projects and communities in the assigned Region.
· Develop partnership relationships with local organisations and communities to assess the effectiveness of current projects and to identify possibilities for new projects and funding in the assigned Region.
· Prepare training materials and conduct training of field office and WV staff in project design, implementation and management and in reporting systems/procedures
· Work with the Regional Programme Team to develop annual / quarterly / monthly operating plans and participate in the formulation of management plans and the country strategy for the WV Southern Sudan
· Prepare financial status and project progress reports, and other information as required for the donors, the Program Director, Support Offices, and Partnership Office
· Co-ordinate on-going monitoring and the evaluation of all project activities in the assigned Region with Regional Programme Officer.
· Contribute to the development of a national strategy for the Operations/ Supply-chain Division, which will be guided by sound relief/ transitional development principles
· Ensure that proper accounting systems and practices are in place in the assigned Region so as to facilitate the approval of funding for projects
· Assess the effectiveness of current projects and identify possibilities for new projects in the assigned Region
· Provide information and participate in the recruitment, selection and development of staff for the assigned Region
· Provide mentoring and counselling (psychological support) for staff in the assigned Region with Regional HR & Admin Officer
· Any other appropriate tasks required for the support of WV Southern Sudan programme

Liaison
· Act as WVSS official representative in the assigned Region
· Engage in networking with the Government Authorities, SSRRC, donors, NGOs and UN agencies
· Maintain regular contact with other international and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and government officials working to serve as a network for obtaining and co-ordinating information regarding current and future work in the assigned Region
· Along with the County Team leaders maintain good working relationships with local authorities and community leaders, without compromising the independence of WVSS and its non-governmental role.

Communication
· Manage public relations for the assigned Regional Office, including arranging schedules for visitors and media groups, transport, lodging, arranging of appointments and orientation to projects
· When appropriate, keep the Communications Officer in Juba informed of media opportunities and coordinate
· Work with the Program Director in Juba to deliver appropriate communication services to the programme and to ensure adherence to WV Communications standards

Finance
· Work with the Finance Director in Juba to support the assigned Regional Grant/ Finance Officer to deliver appropriate financial services to the field team and to ensure accountability according to WV Finance standards

Human Resources
· Work with the HR & Admin Director in Juba to support the assigned Regional HR & Admin Officer to deliver appropriate HR services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure the application of policies and procedures that follow WV standards using a participative and achievement oriented management style.
· Maintain team spirit and ensure welfare of WV staff in the assigned Region.
· Consult, listen and use suggestions from team members in decision making.
· Set goals for Regional Programme staff and show confidence that they can achieve these goals.
· Create a supportive work environment
· Be an example of self-managing stress
· Acknowledge and appreciate efforts others put in the work
· Consider technical/professional inputs from team

Supply Chain and Logistics
· Support the Regional Supply-Chain/ Logistic Officer to deliver appropriate services to the field team and to ensure accountability according to WV procurement and financial control standards.

IT
· Work with the IT Manager in Juba to facilitate appropriate IT services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure the application of policies and procedures that follow WV standards

Security
· Ensure WV staff comply with security protocols and work in as secure environment
· Work with the Operation Director in the assigned Region to facilitate appropriate security advice and communication services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure adherence to WV security standards
REQUIRED:

· Experience with World Vision or a similar large NGOs’ policies and procedures
· Experience in management and knowledge of basic accounting methods and procedures
· Strong and proven people management skills
· Ability to train and supervise a multi-cultural staff team
· Good cross-cultural communication skills
· An openness to learning about and understanding the culture, political, and social and economic situation of the country
· Experience in project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
· Good public relations and public speaking skill
· A committed Christian who is willing to accept WV’s Christian ethos as reflected in the core values.
· Requires a willingness to spend at least 33% of his/her time in the field visiting projects sometimes under difficult living conditions.
· Ability to work and travel extensively in Southern Sudan and elsewhere to attend various senior management meetings internationally and within the WV Partnership
· Experience in the management of relief and development work
At least 7 years field experience in a developing country


PREFERRED:

· Master’s Degree qualification in sociology
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/6390FD265F747AF488257A2B002A5C9B?OpenDocument

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Intergrated Programmes Director Job Vacancy at World Vision South Africa

Job Title:    Intergrated Programmes Director    Application Deadline Date:    26 Jun 2012
Position Location:    Gauteng    Position Start Date:    01 Jul 2012
Region:    Africa\Southern Africa    Position End Date:    30 Dec 2015
Requisition Category:    International    Recruitment Priority:    Need Immediately
Country Name:    South Africa    Program/Office Name:    South Africa
City/Province:    Gauteng    Employee Type:    Regular Full-time
Job Grade Level:    18    Recruitment Status:    Actively Recruiting
Is this a family post?    Non-family - Staff only       
        Requisition Num:    2012AFSLNGE-8UUGP2


PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Integrated Programmes Director (IPD) ensures successful execution of WV South Africa strategic program focus areas through effective leadership and overseeing the management of all programme implementation, new programmes and ensuring integration of the key WV pillars at both Institutional and community level ensuring that WVSA faces and focuses on the child.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

        Strategic Management
        To ensure the development of the Integrated Programmes strategic plan, the review and monitoring of IP strategy implementation, ensuring alignment to the WVSA strategic direction, incorporating sectors and croProgramme management
        To lead integrated programmatic excellence throughout the country to ensure proper programme management and reporting (including, but not limited to child monitoring being aligned with CWBO and integrated with programming) that leads to sustainable livelihood for children and their communities. To ensure sustainable programmes which create resilience within communities and incorporates Disaster Risk Reduction efforts. Ensure the intentional mainstreaming of Advocacy and Children & Gender within WVSA Programmes cutting strategies.
        Contributes to the strategic and operational leadership and effectiveness of WVSA Senior Management Team by being an active team player, Programme Quality
        To ensure quality programming, innovative designs, monitoring, evaluation, reflection, learning and reporting of all WVSA’s programme interventions according to WV (including LEAP) and global standards, integrating the strategic focus areas; Health-HIV/AIDS, education, economic development. The ‘cross cutting’ strategic themes (peace building, gender, Christian commitments). And, the WV 3 mission pillars; Transformational Development, Relief and Advocacy, that leads to sustainable livelihood for children and their community Programme customer service management
        To provide customer service to and including the community, children, sponsors and donor community, to ensure sustainable transformational development (sustained wellbeing of children) of all WV SA communities. Funding programme management
        To ensure the development of new sources of funding (Governments grants, Private Public Partnerships, Private Non-sponsorships, Corporates and Foundations) and grow the existing funding sources (e.g. Sponsorship) to enhance the sustainable impact on all WVSA communities. People Leadership
        To provide leadership and support to the Project Quality Team to ensure effective management of the entire employee-life-cycle (Recruitment, Performance Management- including Coaching and Mentoring, Capacity Building, Talent Management, Employee Relations Stakeholder relationship management (internal &external):
        To develop and maintain strategic alliances, networks, and partnerships with key internal and external partners and actively pursue contact with government authorities, donor community (AUS aid; US aid; EU aid); multilaterals (UN agencies, WFP, etc); corporate partnerships; support offices (inclusive of joint learning), other National offices in the region, civil society, and other stakeholders as a means to strengthen the results of WV SA programmatic interventions . Knowledge Management
        To provide thought leadership on Organisational Effectiveness and keeping abreast of current trends by linking up with relevant research organisations to inform and benchmark best practices.

        Financial & governance:
        Lead the embodiment of WV’s core value “we are stewards” throughout WV South Africa’s programming by ensuring high standards of stewardship and accountability and compliance with the division’s budget and WV financial policies and procedures, including participation in and follow up of periodic financial and operational audits.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

        REQUIRED:
        Post Graduate degree (MA/MS) in a relevant field – Management /Leadership, International Development, Social Development, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a sectoral area such as agriculture, public health, education, etc.
        10 years practical experience in national programme management and leadership – must be an effective and efficient coach of international and national staff.
        Experience in the relevant development fields – Health, HIV/AIDS, Education, Economic development, food security, WASH, disaster management, gender mainstreaming, child protection and/or advocacy,
        Experience in implementation of grant-funded and privately-funded relief and development programming.
        Experience working in other countries is an added advantage

        PREFERRED:
        Doctorate

How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/8A30820BD64479FD88257A150010EB58?OpenDocument

Friday, June 22, 2012

Manager: Branded Channel Job Vacancy at MTN South Africa

Job Title:Manager: Branded Channel (1 Vacancy)   

 Location of position
    

MTN Group
South Africa
Gauteng
Johannesburg
Innovation Centre

 Job mission
    

Drive efficiency of Branded and Own Store channel through implementation of Branded Channel Development including store design, function and control including customer experience offerings in own shops and franchise operations.

 KPA duties
    

Retail Strategy and Planning:
• Drive all aspects related to Retail and Trade Marketing and Branding and integrate with other parts of the business to deliver best practice and innovation, ensuring consistent MTN Retail Identity and visibility of outlets, channels and campaigns
• Manage and implement branded store design, merchandising, promotional goods and retail visual communications.
• Manage and ensure alignment of OPCO activities to Group retail communications strategy
• Ensure alignment across the Sales and Marketing functions on field sales and marketing initiatives, including coordination with OPCO Trade Marketing.
• Lead efforts to leverage the Global Brand Positioning and solidify the company's superiority through MTN-owned and non-owned branded channels, trade customers and POS outlets.
• Provide leadership in the translation and execution of the Marketing strategy into impactful programs which contribute to and reinforce the network’s market-leading position in most markets
• Establish dynamic and consistent retail image, visibility and ensure presence within the OPCO markets aligned to ROI
• Define and implement BTL communication strategies that will support a differentiated MTN brand and segment proposition that sets the organisation apart from the competition
• Identify the most effective BTL channels, methods to communicate MTN Brand to segments in the marketplace
• Identify and implement opportunities to measure the impact of branding and trade marketing activities
• Build strong brand credibility and equity through appropriate trade marketing and branding initiatives
• Input into reviewing organisational activities and manage recommended corrective actions if necessary
• Responsible for management and monitoring of OPCO Trade Marketing and Branding initiatives and execution.
• Work closely with key customers to provide category and shopper insights to enhance sales performance.
• Identify the training needs of the customer (OPCO and key channels) and coordinate the implementation of training interventions
• Liaise with sales management to identify and attend to specific channel needs, and resolve problems
• Input into Retail communications activities, review and manage recommended corrective actions
• Contribute towards long-term forecasts and predictions (2-3 years)
• Analyse trends and highlight areas of the business that may be developed further, manage improvements

Operational Planning:
• Implement Branded Channels Development strategy
• implement the operational planning for the Branded Channels Development function and ensure alignment of all activities undertaken in the unit to the strategy
• Define, monitor and improve processes to link all Marketing activities with the activities of the Sales team at Point-of-Sale.
• Align to channel strategies and implement the associated plans.
• Manage and align operational targets to business strategy
• Consider the long term (2-3 years) implications of actions on the viability of the business from a broader perspective
• Consider the impact of solutions on other areas of the business, as well as the interdependency of units
• Strive for continuous improvement and innovation at process and procedure level within the Branded Channels Development unit
• Implement and fine-tune methods, processes and systems to enhance effectiveness and meet organisational goals
• Consider local conditions, as well as competitor activity to create and manage competitive advantage
• Assist OPCOs with effective implementation of new site acquisition and development, franchise screening and negotiation and development of new “Franchises” and “Own Shops” operations

Operational Implementation:
• Work closely with the OPCO teams to improve processes that link corporate brand building activities and Product Development activities with Sales activities
• Manage effective integration with Marketing teams in OPCOs
• Manage the Own Shops and Franchises operational model
• Ensure that relevant Micro systems, policies and procedures are in place and effectively monitored for Own Shops and Franchises
• Ensure compliance with processes and procedures across OPCO Branded Channels
• Manage resources (people, finances, technology and products), taking local conditions into consideration

Customer Satisfaction:
• Align service delivery to changing requirements
• Understand customer needs and develop and fine-tune systems accordingly
• Ensure customer needs and requirements are satisfied through appropriate systems, processes and procedures
• Put relevant contingency plans in place to prevent delays and enhance the customer experience
• Adopt a proactive approach to prevent problems from arising in the future
• Initiate change to continually improve all aspects of service delivery
• Implement continuous improvement as an important element of service delivery

Budget Management:
• Implement efficiency activities as standard operating procedure
• Manage and optimise the budget, ensuring all expenditure is in line with the agreed budgets
• Monitor costs and determine initiatives to optimize resources
• Ensure cost effectiveness by maximising cost/benefit ratios
• Identify areas where money is lost and seek ways to reduce expenditure
• Base annual budgets on the identification of trends and patterns within the current operations and extrapolate these over the next planning cycle, taking any known changes in new products, services or channel into consideration

Supervisory/Leadership/Managerial Tasks: Refers to the responsibilities for directing, guiding, motivating and influencing others.
• Contribute to the Company’s goals and objectives and improve market share, customer satisfaction and productivity performance.
• Manage the Branded Channel Retail and Trade KPAs and KPIs
• Deploy and redeploy resources to get the work done
• Build and enforce a customer centric approach
• Build employee relations and collaborative teamwork
• Build professionalism, loyalty and commitment to the organization
• Communicate actively and effectively resolving any potential conflicts that may arise
• Display insight into leadership style and how it impacts on performance positively and negatively
• Have the self insight and flexibility to adapt to different situations
• Manage boundaries that separate units in order to optimise workflow
• Live the MTN Brand – change and influence colleagues’ behaviour

Role Dependencies:
• Implement all aspects related to Branded Channels and integrate with other parts of the business to deliver best practice and innovation

Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent).
• Contribute towards continuous improvement through the implementation of best practice
• Apply market research and insights in an optimal way to add as much value as possible to other areas of the business
• Proactive research and speedy communication of results and recommendations to the relevant areas to build a competitive advantage
• Recommend innovative solutions to enhance MTN Branded Channel performance
• Deploy and redeploy resources in the most effective way
• Implement continuous improvements at system, process and procedure level
• Establish sound relationships with Group Marketing teams, OPCOs, areas of influence
• Proactively seek information on business issues, particularly outside the Branded Channels Development unit
• Implement cost-saving activities
• Network extensively and build and maintain relationships (internal and external)
• Proactively encourage and maintain executive relationships
• Establish and set targets for retention of talent and growth of stable relationships with key customers
• Build brand credibility

Vulnerabilities (control span).
• Aggressiveness of corporate strategy such as Airtel, Orange, Moov, Zain
• Consumer Protection and Know-your-customer (KYC) acts in many markets
• Limited resources
• Evolution of technology
• Changes in global regulatory environment
• Fluctuations in the market
• Banking and Tax legislation
• Competition acts
• Reliance on the stability and availability of systems
• Customer dissatisfaction
• Non-achievement of turnaround times
• Ineffective support or resistance from key stakeholder
• Inappropriate processes resulting in delayed service to customers
• Corporate governance regulating business risk
• Staff performance issues
• Lack of operational delivery of strategy / customer plans by staff and management
• Restricted channels of delivery
• Poor strategy elements
• Staff and skills unavailability
• Integrity of MTN operational data
• Budgetary constraints that impact on the short and long term strategies that are being devised
• Output is often influenced by resource allocation and very short deadlines.
• Retention of experienced staff
• Limited pool of resources with technical knowledge required
• Increasing pace of the business requiring fast turn-around times

Independent thought and judgment: Relates to the decision-making constraints place upon a position or conversely, the degree of freedom in decision-making.
• Dissemination of information
• Team motivation
• Objective setting for the unit
• Budget compliance
• Resource allocation
• System, process and procedure fine-tuning and development to achieve business objectives
• Implement change on a discretionary basis as presented by Group Marketing
• Decision-making that is effective and responsible for profit and customer and business sustainability and growth
• Implement efficiencies and effect of systems and processes
• Customer relations engagement with customers
• Make retention-based judgement calls
• Customer networking issues and setting up executive level communications


 Educational requirements
    

• Degree or Business qualification in Marketing or Commerce

 Experience required
    

Experience:
• 3-5 years experience in leading retail and service operations in the mobile and/or in retail-intensive B2C industries, preferably with a significant service dimension (e.g. financial services, consumer electronics, FMCG)
• 2-3 years Collateral Design management and implementation in Emerging markets
• Brown goods marketing principles
• 1-2 years management of Digital in-store signage, branded retail publications

Knowledge:
• Owned and non-owned Route-To-Market, Go-To-Market approaches and implementations
• Field Marketing and Sales Force tools, systems
• Some understanding of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• GSM and mobile Telecommunications
• Retail Design Development
• Consumer and Telco Legislation
• Vendor management in emerging markets
• Service Level Agreements
• Knowledge of cellular best practices
• Knowledge of local markets, including market trends
• Telco Sales and service environment
• Retail, Sales and Customer Service Market research
• Market research – translating insights to action
• Broad knowledge of the telco industry
• Understanding the regulated environment
• Some commercial, legal and contractual knowledge
• Understanding of business finance, including budget management
• Planning and budgeting including tracking and measurement

 Skills required
    

• People management and leadership skills – the ability to get the best out of people
• Relationship skills – to build relationships to facilitate efficient workflow
• Scanning skills – to search for new ideas, trends and principles
• Strong “can-do“ attitude combined with an ability to use minimum resources to get maximum outputs
• Systems thinking – understanding the “big picture”
• Delegating skills
• Business acumen – understanding of the business as a whole
• Marketing acumen – in tune with customer and market needs
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical skills
• Planning skills
• Conflict management skills
• Communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Time management, specifically the ability to prioritise
• People skills – creating and nurturing the tone of the internal culture
• Flexibility – the ability to adapt and change in the light of changing circumstances / new information
• Culture diversity management skills
• Stress management skills
• Legal and commercial skills
• Marketing skills
• Risk management skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to work with conflicting objectives
• Ability to work with deadlines
 Other information
      Reference No:     IRC77930
      Position Type:     Permanent
      Affirmative Action:      Yes
      Salary:    
      Additional:     Behavioral qualities
• Sense of urgency and acts on this with deliberate, deliverables-oriented approach
• Ability to take initiative and work both in isolation and be a team player
• Assertive – being tough when necessary without fear or favour
• Courage and conviction – challenging the status quo and breaking down silo barriers to performance, and overcoming resistance to change
• Resilience – to repeatedly challenge despite setbacks and resistance
• Proactivity / initiative – to introduce ongoing changes to maximise productivity and influence the future
• Focused and priority driven – staying focused amidst the multiple demands and expectations
• Innovative
• Customer centricity
• Decisive
• Action-oriented
• Diplomacy and tact
• Relationship builder – strong people focus
• Operate with integrity (high ethics)
• Pressure tolerance
• Consultative

Applications close 04 Jul 2012.
How to Apply;
http://jobs.mtn.co.za/mtnjobs/web/VacancyDetails.aspx?vacid=5948

Administrator - Coporate Services Job Vacancy at MTN South Africa

Job Title:Administrator - Coporate Services (1 Vacancy)   

 Location of position
    

MTN
South Africa
Gauteng
Johannesburg
Innovation Centre

 Job mission
    

Providing the day to day administration and co-ordinating work assignments as well as ensuring effective support to the MTN SA Company Secretarial team.

 KPA duties
    

Key Tasks: Indicates those KPA’s that are essential to the position itself. These are normally specific to the incumbent, the job, and the function. Excludes role and leadership / management.
•Maintain an administrative system that enables the department to meet the deadlines of the meeting schedule and statutory requirements(minute books, notices, safekeeping of documents (both electronic and manual)
•Undertake administration duties necessary for board and committee meetings of MTN SA and all its subsidiaries and associates
•Act as office co-ordinator and assistant
•Act as the central conduit of information dissemination for the department
•Ensure department operates efficiently and effectively in attaining all deadlines in terms of the onerous meeting schedule and statutory requirements
•Ad hoc work, which is required due to customer needs
•Company secretarial assistant duties
•Liaison with and payment of annual duties to the Registrar of Companies
•Implementation of the Company Secretarial relevant software programmes to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements
•Tender Committee, co-ordinate documentation, receiving and distribution, update of Tender register, convening meetings
•Responsible for the preparation and management of agendas, amendments to minutes, control list and dissemination of agenda items
•Budget management (cost codes, managing expenses and all requisitions)
•Act as the Secretary of the departmental meetings
•Update all statutory books and records
•Ensure that office administration complements the statutory requirements appertaining to Company Secretarial functions
•Assist with budget compilation with Co Sec’s.
•Generate purchase requisitions on Oracle for the purchases,
•Ensure accurate financial documents are available for perusal and authorisation within defined deadline dates.
•Receive and dispatch parcels and post.
•Petty cash monitoring, control and administration.
•Contract management.
•The Administration of all departmental travel arrangements, general expenses and assistance.
•Administer the booking of boardrooms, arrange lunches, events, functions, and arrange corporate gifts.
•Responsible for the repairs of office equipment (e.g. photocopier, fax machine etc.)
•Control all technical journal, periodical and newspaper subscriptions.
•Assist in the control, administration and implementation of the quality system, including organograms, letterheads etc. and work flow diagrams for the MTN SA Group and Operations.
•Co-ordinate training schedules.
•Act as the letter head custodian group –wide and issue announcements after changes to directors of any of the MTN SA Group companies
•Typing agenda, minutes and all other documents
•Maintaining a sound filing system both paper based and electronic,
•Scheduling all meetings and arranging catering.
•Arranging all travel arrangements and booking all meeting venues
•Maintaining the Company Secretary’s diary•
Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Tasks: Refers to the responsibilities for directing, guiding, motivating and influencing others.
-Practice and cost efficiency focus.
-Employment/training staff and evaluation of performance
-Direct implementation, maintenance and evaluation of assigned operations and programs
-Provide guidance and direction to assigned staff
-Co-ordination of assigned activities with other departments, operations Group- wide
-Offer Guidance in developing new ideas and systems to improve contract service provided to MTN
-Provide guidance on legislative processes, rules development and promulgation process, strategic planning concepts and practices, project planning concepts and practices.

Role Dependencies: Does not refer to the various “roles” that the incumbent has to assume in the conducting of the duties. Instead, this would be additional complexity that should not be inherent in this job, but the incumbent has responsibility for. Example HR Managers having to manage an IT function.
Required to have a sound knowledge of all the group functions/ departments work in order to interact with the various Departmental staff.

Lateral Dimensions: These indicate the areas where the individuals could contribute uniquely in addition to the indicated duties, as well as how they could be affected by others or circumstances not necessarily under their control.
Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent) Indicates the potential for improvement and / or innovation inherent in a position.

Accurate administrative function with respect to monitoring and co-ordination of budgetary/ requisition processing and cost reduction focused and letterheads/updating group – wide.

Vulnerabilities (control span) Refers to the latent difficulties, or things that could potentially go wrong that affect a specific position. Such vulnerabilities may / may not be under the control of the incumbent. Direct implication or first level of impact.
Delays in receiving input from executives and operations CEO’s/MD’s, which in turn impacts work outputs, causing in-efficiencies. Roles technical and managerial/supervisory skills are off essence.

Collaboration: Refers to formal and informal relationships
Responsibility towards: who are they and what do they receive from the incumbent.
•Direct reports,
Company Secretaries
•Matrix reports,
None
•Key customers,
Non-executives directors, executives, shareholders, external auditors, legal advisors etc, CEO’s /MD’s of operations etc.
•Key suppliers,
Suppliers, consultants and contractors
•Relations, etc.
Will be required to maintain sound relation with bullet point number 3 customers, colleagues, suppliers and in fact all with whom he/she may come into contact.


Discretionary Space: The degree to which individuals are allowed to exercise independent thought and judgement.
Independent thought and Judgement: Relates to the decision-making constraints placed upon a position or conversely, the degree of
freedom in decision-making.
Decisions on relatively minor issues however decisions on major issues will be made in consultation with the Company Secretary.

Authorities: Financial and other decision making authorities, e.g. engaging contracts with suppliers.
? Proactive fault resolution and cost management pertaining to requisition process.
? Hands on management of soft service/s
? Compliance to company policies and procedures.

 Educational requirements
    

•Studying towards CIS or B Degree in Commerce/Law.
•Computer literate with a good knowledge of the MS Office packages and spread sheets.
•Good knowledge of financial and stock control management.
•Excellent English communication skills and report writing skills.

 Experience required
    

•3 years administrative experience in the Company secretarial environment.
•Sensitive meeting deadlines and the level of the Company Secretarial Department’s clients.

 Skills required
    

Studying towards a CIS or B Degree in Commerce/Law
Computer literate with a good knowledge of the MSOffice packages and the ability to set up spreadsheet, databases and presentations.
 Other information
      Reference No:     ADMIN/CS/KR
      Position Type:     Permanent
      Affirmative Action:      Open to All
      Salary:    
      Additional:     A good knowledge of Administration and Company Secretarial functions.
Traditional functions of statutory administration and compliance.

Skills / physical competencies:
?Computer literacy.
?Administrative skills.
?Sound health.
?Be of sober disposition
?Strong communication and peoples skills
?Ability to multitask in a pressured environment
?Attention to detail with a methodical and structural approach.
Behavioural qualities:
?Self-disciplined, motivated, energetic self –starter with an exemplary work ethos.
?Capability to interact with both internal and external customers.
?Be of sober disposition
?Maintenance of confidentiality.

KPA Quality Standards/ Measures (KPI’S for job)
?MTN Code of Ethics.
?Assist in budget submissions.
?Co-ordination of the year planner.
?Contract management – maintain contracts ensuring contracts are running according to contract period. Renewal and orders are implemented on time.
?Co-ordination of meetings
?Con-ordination of meeting input.

Applications close 25 Jun 2012
How to Apply;
http://jobs.mtn.co.za/mtnjobs/web/VacancyDetails.aspx?vacid=5944

Human Resources Partner Job Vacancy at MTN South Africa

Job Title:Human Resources Partner (1 Vacancy)   

 Location of position
    

MTN
South Africa
Gauteng
Johannesburg
Stormill Warehouse

 Job mission
    

To support line management through the delivery of a professional HR management service to a portfolio of business Units through the establishment and maintanance of a dynamic business partnership. This includes minimising HR risk through ensuring appropriate systems, communication and controls are in place.

 KPA duties
    

Task Complexity: Indicates those KPA’s that are essential to the position itself. These are normally specific to the incumbent, the job, and the function. Excludes role and leadership / management.

Employee relations
•Facilitation of disciplinary hearings, grievances, and appeal hearings;
•Support and ongoing advice to line management on ER related matters
•Implementation of related processes, policies and guidelines that not only meet legal obligations but to ensure a leading position as an attractive and competitive Employer of Choice
•Facilitate training and communicate ER related process policies and guidelines to line managers
•Advise on ER issues in line with SA law and regulations, company policy and precedents set, taking account of relevant business objectives/imperatives and industry best practice, in order to minimise legal risks
•Manage and provide timely advice/solutions for non-compliance issues
•Continually monitor effectiveness and compliance with guidelines
•Reduce CCMA and Labour Court referrals and internal disciplinary hearings to the lowest levels within the business by providing sound advice to both line management and staff;
•Create high level and open communication channels regarding ER issues;
•Conduct all processes in a manner that upholds integrity and all other good governance principles
•Ensure that ER solutions provided fall within the legislative framework and are best Practices that enable the creation and sustainability of a highly motivating and harmonious working environment.
•Analyze data to identify current and emerging trends in the industry to facilitate strategic ER decisions
•Advise & Guide Line Managers & Employees on consistent application of the Disciplinary & Grievance Processes

Human capital movement management (Recruitment, Selection and onboarding of candidates & Exit)
?Manage human resource planning (Head count)
?Assessing employees’ levels of Competence against the relevant profiles/frameworks
?Compilation of competency based questionnaires to be used in the interview
?Implementation of Retention Strategies as approved
?Facilitation of the interviews and taking an active role in the overall selection of the candidates
?Ensuring appointed candidates are settled with regard to HR related staff i.e. getting the necessary information to make informed decisions on things like funds to belong to, medical aid options etc.
?Employee induction and orientation
?Manages and implements recruitment and selection processes in line with strategy for the area in such a way that efficiencies are achieved and that the area is optimally resourced, through:
-Supporting line management in the selection of staff, ensuring recruits are appropriately profiled for the advertised position
-Identify key posts, ensuring that these are suitably resourced to promote the business' objectives
-Respond proactively to changing resourcing needs, exploring opportunities which promote company image
-Ensures internal controls are complied with to minimise recruitment risk
?Monitors wastage and recruitment trends at portfolio level and where necessary implements corrective action in conjunction with line.
?Interprets and implements Divisional manpower plans with a view to operationalising business initiatives effectively.
?Facilitates succession planning, particularly influencing decision around key posts and earmarked successors, and thus ensuring logical and managed career progression, designed to meet future resourcing requirements.
?Provides support to line management in dealing with staff exits so that the costs associated with these are minimised
?Conducts exit interviews and produces a quarterly report on trends
Performance and talent Management
?Facilitate the implementation of Performance Management Process in the respective Business Units;
?Ensure compliance on Integrated Performance Framework (IPF) as per the agreed policies and timelines;
?Clarification of roles and responsibilities for both line managers and employees regarding the IPF;
?Address resulting gaps identified by implementing appropriate Learning & Development Interventions;
?Facilitating the action plans being put to place regarding perfomance improvement for under performers as identified by line management;
?Actively Monitor Succession Planning and Ensure the Development of Key Talent;
?In close association with Learning and Development staff, perform skills audit and facilitate implementation of the action plans thereof.
?Guide and facilitate career path process together line and individual employees

Organisational Design/Wellness /Learning and Development
?Participate in the co-design of organisation structures
?Have an understanding of how to develop and level Job Profiles in accordance to MTN Methodology
?Coordinate all OD, ER , culture alignment and Learning & Development interventions and any other approved interventions
?Ensure fair and equitable pay structures within the BU
?Management of BU organisational structures and manpower balancing
?Facilitation of feedback sessions (focus groups) regarding surveys and other any other Organisational Development intervention, feedback and proposed way forward;

Data Integrity Accountability
•Generation of all required reports
•Maintain the integrity of files so that all information is present and correct
•HR Master Data,
•Management Information/Reporting

Employment Equity
?Ensure compliance to set Employment Equity targets (i.e. through Recrutiment etc)
?Monitor practice according to the Employment Equity Act
?Facilitation of a conducive and compliant environment to the Employment Equity requirements/obligations

Human Resources policies and procedures
?Communicate and educate the Business units on all HR policies, procedures and processes
?Provide advice and ensure compliance on HR policies, procedures and processes i.e. Employee Relations, Recruitment, etc.

Relationship Management
?Participate in the sourcing of external Service Providers (i.e. Recruitment agencies etc).
?Establishes a business partnership through advising and supporting the line on matters, which have an influence on the HR component of the business.
?Undertakes and participates in interventions (e.g. workshops) to transfer HR knowledge to the line, so that managers are suitably equipped to maximise HR capacity in their areas of responsibility.
?To promote and ensure fair employee practices and people culture development
?To facilitate and promote a positive climate of mutual trust and respect

Remuneration
•Support line management on remuneration issues related to the day-to-day management of staff, as well as other more specific initiatives such as 'key staff';
•Manages remuneration costs in relation to the contribution to business objectives ( includes being up to date with the latest information through published salary surveys and other related sources) ;
•Through payroll processing area, ensures an efficient payroll service to line ;
•Monitors overtime trends and if necessary implements corrective action .
Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Complexity: Refers to the responsibilities for directing, guiding, motivating and influencing others.
Role Complexity: Does not refer to the various “roles” that the incumbent has to assume in the conducting of the duties. Instead, this would be additional complexity that should not be inherent in this position, but the incumbent has responsibility for. Example HR Managers having to manage an IT function.

Lateral Dimensions: These indicate the areas where the individuals could contribute uniquely in addition to the indicated duties, as well as how they could be affected by others or circumstances not necessarily under their control.
Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent) Indicates the potential for improvement and / or innovation inherent in a position.
•Provide continuous improvement and innovation feedback of all HR activities
•Improve Customer Service all the time
•Provide creative approaches of fostering Employee Relations and building a culture of HR as a partner to business
•Proactively take steps to positively influence employee relations and problems through providing effective and relevant training, awareness, meaningful and practical solutions and communications that would empower all to behave appropriately and implement correct decisions.

Vulnerabilities (control span) Refers to the latent difficulties, or things that could potentially go wrong that affect a specific position. Such vulnerabilities may / may not be under the control of the incumbent. Direct implication or first level of impact.
•Misundestanding in the implemented HR polices and procedures and all related cultural and people interventions
•Optimal business performance vs.high cost of attracting the right pool of employees
•Maintanance of the correct employee pools to minimize lost time and production due to unavailable staff (upon resignation)
•Action operational HR alignment and measurement within operations
•Compromised time lines due to the unavailability of the right staff members.
•Lack of understanding of line with regard to roles and responsibilities with regards to execution of tasks
•Management of underperforming staff
•Lack of information to make informed decisions
•Ignorance/Inconsistent application of Acts governing employment relationships
•Providing incorrect judgements
•Settling on cases in which employees and company has followed incorrect procedures or unlawful practices

Collaboration: Refers to formal and informal relationships
Responsibility towards: who are they and what do they receive from the incumbent.
?Direct reports:None
?Matrix reports: Line management,
?Key customers: Management and staff
?Key Suppliers: OD department ,Learning and Development, Trainers, Recruitment Agencies, Service Providers, ER Department, Employee Self Service
?Relations:
Discretionary Space: The degree to which individuals are allowed to exercise independent thought and judgment.
Independent thought and Judgment: Relates to the decision-making constraints place upon a position or conversely, the degree of freedom in decision-making.

•Discretionary latitude granted within the limits of Labour Legislations and HR policies and procedures.
Authorities:
•As per delegation of authority

 Educational requirements
    

•Degree or Diploma in HR/Industrial Psychology

 Experience required
    

?1-2 years experience as an HR generalist plus HR Administration
•Solid knowledge of HR policies, processes & procedures

 Skills required
    

• Targeted Selection
• Handling grievance and disciplinary hearings
• Facilitation of groups
 Other information
      Reference No:     HRP/HR/LM
      Position Type:     Contract - Limited
      Affirmative Action:      Open to All
      Salary:    
      Additional:     Knowledge:
•Labour Legislation (BCEA, EEA, LRA, COIDA, SD Act) etc competence
•Business Culture and Practices
•Employee retention
•Employee relations
•Perfomance improvement and appraisal
•Staff mobility administration
•Exit Management
•Learning and self management
•Manpower /workforce planning
•Computer skills and literacy.
Skills / physical competencies:
•Communication and listening
•Facilitation & Negotiation
•Feedbacking, Coaching & Counseling,
•Result orientated,
•Change and transformation management,
•Stress management ,
Behavioural qualities:
•Adherence to the MTN Values, ethics and resilience behaviors and team player
•Assertive – being tough when necessary without fear or favour
•Courage and conviction – challenging the status quo and breaking down silo barriers to performance, and overcoming resistance to change
•Results orientated and resilience
•Proactivity / initiative – to introduce ongoing changes to maximise productivity and influence the future
•Focused and priority driven – staying focused amidst the multiple demands and expectations
•Innovative
•Customer centricity, sense of urgency
OTHER
•Accuracy and attention to detail
•Highly driven and motivated individual, with strong personal presence, integrity and resilience
•Decisive and action-oriented
•Diplomacy and tact
•Consultative

General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
•Drivers license code 08, local travel
•Will be required to utilise personal vehicle for business related site visits, meetings, conferences and courses.
•Travel between Regions
KPA Quality Standards
•On-time delivery of all HR interventions
•Compliance of the law and regulations through out the organisation
•Employee satisfaction
•Creation of a harmonious and conducive working environment

Applications close 22 Jun 2012.
How to Apply;
http://jobs.mtn.co.za/mtnjobs/web/VacancyDetails.aspx?vacid=5942