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A retail bank based in Midrand has an exciting position available for a Sustainability Specialist, whose main responsibility will be to help drive the sustainability function within the bank. Requirements Relevant degree 4 years experience as Sustainability Officer Competencies Facilitation skills Research skills Project management Report writing skills Presentation skills Understanding and knowledge of o Dow Jones SRI o CDP o JSE SRI o Sustainability integrated reporting (GRI) Inter personal skills Stress tolerance Job Description Maintenance of Sustainability Function Research and develop strategies including global best practise and implement plans of action on identified areas of sustainability Ensure that these plans of action are implemented throughout the business units Communication and Training Prepare and present on-boarding to new staff to create awareness regarding the Groups environmental and sustainability philosophy and activities Plan and implement education and awareness events for staff Provide input and guidance to all Departments that require information on implementing environmental and sustainability processes Facilitate training and education on environmental and sustainability issues. Prepare the content of education and awareness training for staff Develop communication plan and implementation for education campaigns Reporting Follow up with external service providers and internal divisions to obtain reports, and sort, store and analyse data as required for reporting purposes Facilitate the collation of accurate environmental data on a monthly or quarterly basis as required for inclusion in the annual integrated report as well as for CDP Prepare and submit quarterly reports on required aspects of sustainability to direct manager Prepare reports including for Board and Exco meetings and for the annual integrated report Ensure that data required is received and that same can be verified Facilitate the collection and capturing of response on SRI / Dow Jones requirements and submit reports as requested Facilitate the resolution of any queries received from the JSE and Dow Jones General Functions Co-ordinate environmental Committee meetings, follow up with committee meeting outcomes, drafting of minutes and agendas Attend to any additional matters relating to the portfolio as requested from time to time Skills Required =============== 4 years' experience as a Sustainability Officer
One of the top four banks of SA seeks to employ a Systems Analyst to implement changes to existing systems and databases and conduct system analysis testing security and performance assessments. Requirements Degree or Diploma and required certification 3-5 years relevant experience Responsibilities Define and document the functional boundary of the system Define and analyse the required interactions between the system and its environment in terms of interface constraints Define and analyse each function that the system is required to perform Analyse the integrity of the system requirements Perform a risk assessment on each requirement Manage traceability between the system requirements and derived artefacts Ensure that business needs/requirements are satisfied by the system requirements Manage changes to system requirements Document and maintain the set of system requirements together with the associated rationable, decisions and assumptions Liaise and communicate the system requirements to the necessary audiences e.g. testers, developers, business analysts Review test plans, scripts and test results to ensure that the system delivered conforms to quality standards and system Skills Required =============== 3-5 years' relevant experience
Our client seeks to employ a Quantity Surveyor to manage and plan all costs associated with all types of construction projects, from outset until completion and doing the best possible job at the best possible price. Requirements BSC, Construction and property related Valid drivers licence and own transport are essential Candidate must come from a construction or development company Behavioural Attributes Challenging Ability to challenge the problem at hand Self-starter must be able to plan and execute work required in line with goals with little intervention from Senior Management Listening to others The ability to listen without a preconceived response Analysing The ability to analyse situations and making quick decisions Planning and execution The ability to execute and roll out strategy quickly and in a thorough manner Influencing Having the ability influence and relate to strong sales people and managers as well as external marketing partners Assertiveness Having the ability to be assertive yet not destructive Creating solutions Having the ability to solve problems by coming up with practical solutions Innovation creatively maximise opportunities with limited resources Attention to detail must be high in compliance Analytical Key Responsibilities Cost/benefit analysis Planning management Cost planning Change control Cost estimation Dispute resolutions Progress certificates Final account Feasibility studies Payment schedule Variation and change records Bills of Quantities Tender evaluation and recommendations Compiling budgets Prediction of cash-flow Control construction Costs Skills Required =============== Must come from a construction or development company
A software consulting agency seeks to employ an SSD: Software Development Manager. Qualifications / Experience IS/Computer Science Honours 10+ years of experience Lead a team of developers delivering software products Managing multiple software products Software development Skills and Abilities Understanding of software development processes, technologies and tools Commercial (contract) management in a technical environment Relationship building Communication, interpersonal skills Leadership Performance management Knowledge Performance management Basic financial reporting Project management Responsibilities Responsible for the overall management of the Software Delivery Division Line Management of Senior Software Resources Career Management of the Software Development Community Client Management for designated client relationships Responsible for the software quality assurance process, overall architecture and R&D direction Responsible for on-going software product support Development of the companys presence in industry communities Skills Required =============== Leading a team of developers delivering software products
A leading financial investment organisation seeks to employ a Systems Operator to provide day to day Operational Support. Requirements Qualifications Linux - LPI101 (or similar as minimum requirement) Linux RH124 (would be beneficial) Experience and Skills Minimum of 3-5 years Linux/Open Source experience in Systems Operations Environment. Familiar with the Redhat/CentOS Linux Operating System Familiar with scripting in Perl, bash or similar Previous exposure to any other Open Source Technologies would be beneficial. Knowledge of System Operational Processes Backup Technology & Infrastructure Able to work shifts and outside of office-hours Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications Audit processes and compliance Knowledge General IT Support Competencies Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills Methodical, organized and understands process Team player Ability to work independently and with different stakeholders Solution orientated Adapting and responding to change Applying expertise and technology Responsibilities Managing the day to day IT Systems Operational requirements and Applications as per SLA Managing of daily, weekly, monthly and all other jobs as per job schedule e.g. (Claims Payment Runs, ACB & EFT processes) Ensure Audit compliance and managing of user profiles as per audit processes Service Request Management including following up with clients Provide support to end users and clients Monitor and report on system availability using the monitoring tools e.g. Nagios Daily monitoring and recording of production jobs schedules Liaise with other 3rd party service providers e.g. Mediscor, Medikredit Monitoring of operating systems and processor utilization Daily Monitor and execute system backups Backups & Tape Handling processes Assist with recovery of data and disaster recovery if required Provide Daily, Weekly, Monthly Operational stats and reports Skills Required =============== Min 3-5 years' Linux/Open Source experience
A leading financial investment organisation seeks to employ a Domain Leader (Networks and Communication) to manage and oversee IT technical network operations to the companys commercial and non-commercial clients as well as the companys staff. Requirements EE candidate Proven track record of managing and administering remote end-users (Active Directory and Exchange) Proven track record of managing vendors and suppliers Occasional after-hours work Able to be on after-hours standby Able to travel Able to work under pressure and on several technologies Qualifications BSc in IT related field advantageous CCNP/CCIP MCITP advantageous Experience At least 5 years of leading a team of more than 3 skilled technical staff Client liaison and engagement experience 5 years Advanced Cisco Networking, Routing protocols HP Procurve LAN switching config advantageous NetApp experience advantageous Knowledge Managing and/or coordinating IT teams ITILv3 Storage and Backup Technologies Cisco Routing TCP/IP v4 (v6 advantageous) Responsibilities Respond promptly to IT requests and outages that affect the company / clients Network Design: WAN & LAN (Cisco, HP) Escalation point for technical network issues Participate in regular operational and SLA meetings with Commercial Clients Liaise directly with customers, vendors, suppliers, business users and change management Budget management for operations related to networking (e.g. internet) and communications (e.g. telephony) Coordinate Networks & Communication Team Ensure that customer expectations are met Drive service excellence in coordination with ITIL best practices Weekly and monthly reporting Feedback to stakeholders and management Identify business opportunities Process improvement Skills Required =============== At least 5 years of leading a team of more than 3 technical staff
A leading financial investment organisation seeks to employ a Network Engineer to reduce IT risk exposure and introduce and manage IT governance related to the organisations infrastructure. The incumbent will also provide support for Cisco- and HP-based networks, as well as network-based monitoring and configuration tools. Requirements EE candidate ITIL practitioner Proven track record of managing vendors and suppliers Proven track record of implementing capacity and availability management systems Occasional after-hours work, able to be on after-hours standby Able to travel Able to work under pressure and on several technologies Qualifications CCNA CCNP advantageous MCITP advantageous RedHat Linux certification advantageous ITILv3 BSc in IT related field advantageous Experience 4-5 years with monitoring tools 4-5 years configuring and supporting Cisco and HP networking products and solutions 4-5 years Backup, Fibre SAN NetApp experience advantageous Microsoft background (AD, Exchange) advantageous Knowledge ITIL Storage and Backup Technologies Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Excel, Word, PowerPoint TCP/IP v4 (v6 advantageous) Responsibilities Manage monitoring tools for both the company and clients Analysis of service requests Capacity management Availability management Manage network and information security Network team change management Provide input to problem management and incident management Manage service catalogue Supplier/Vendor management Report to Domain Leader: Networks & Telephony Supporting Cisco IOS routers, HP Procurve Switches, Linux Support end-to-end IT solutions; from the users desktop to the server/service provided Skills Required =============== ITIL Practitioner
A leading financial investment organisation seeks to employ an Infrastructure Technician to reduce IT risk exposure and introduce and manage IT governance related to the organisations infrastructure. The incumbent will also provide support for physical infrastructure maintenance. Requirements EE candidate ITIL practitioner Proven track record of managing vendors and suppliers Proven track record of implementing capacity and availability management systems Occasional after-hours work, able to be on after-hours standby Able to travel Able to work under pressure and on several technologies Qualifications BSc Elec Eng. or NDip Elec Eng. IT Qualifications advantageous (e.g. MCITP) ITILv3 Experience 4-5 years in a data centre environment or facilities management (with a focus on ICT) 2-3 years with monitoring tools 2-3 years Backup, Fibre SAN Cisco, SAN experience advantageous Knowledge ITIL Hardware & Software Technologies Microsoft Office TCP/IP v4 (v6 advantageous) Responsibilities Power, network cabling and other physical infrastructure installations, support and maintenance and facilitation thereof. Manage data centre operations and security Manage monitoring tools for both the company and clients Analysis of service requests Capacity management Availability management Infrastructure team change management Provide input to problem management and incident management Manage service catalogue Supplier/Vendor management Report to Domain Leader: Physical Infrastructure Support end-to-end IT solutions; from the users desktop to the server/service provided Skills Required =============== ITIL Practitioner
A commercial property company based in Johannesburg seeks to employ a Receptionist with property experience. Requirements Property experience MDA or similar program (beneficial) Duties FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & BUDGETS Assist Centre Manager with any financial reports and requests Follow all procedures, processes and mandates relevant to the Employer and the Client Manage the gift vouchers process and report to Centre Manager and Portfolio Manager regularly on income Ensure income/monies are safely and accurately banked/deposited Maintain appropriate records on file of all orders, budgets, voucher registers, reports TENANTS Develop a positive and appropriate relationship with tenants Report all technical matters to the CM immediately Assist in drafting and distribution of tenant communication Maintain tenant lists, tenant signboards CUSTOMERS Must be available/accessible to customers during trading hours of the centre Handling customer queries where required Attend to matters that have a negative impact on customers immediately Liaise with customers on an on-going basis Ensure that all communication with the customers is conveyed in a way that the customers understand and would relate to Collate, build and manage customer database for marketing and communication LEASING Assist Centre Manager with any leasing requests Maintain and control key register and manage keys for vacant shops BUILDING Assist Centre Manager with any requests relating to the building Process orders on the Property Software (MDA) once Centre Manager has signed off the approved quote Ensure footcount system is operational and maintained Report to the Technical Portfolio Manager and Centre Manager as and when required Prepare (format, print and collate) monthly technical reports for report pack Manage public telephones File daily, weekly and monthly checklist and OHSACT audits TECHNICAL Ensure all technical reports and checklists are appropriately filed and updated Assist in obtaining quotes where required Report all technical issues raised at the front desk or via reception, to the CM immediately Occupational Health & Safety (OHSACT or OHS) Submit monthly Injury on Duty reports to Head Office Human Resources Assist Centre Manager with compiling/drafting/updating the monthly technical and OHS checklists for the management reports Ensure certificates for Fire Fighters & First Aiders are on file Be familiar with the OHSACT and/or request training to ensure adequate knowledge of OHS processes, compliance and penalties. Conduct safety briefings and inductions with all (new) staff Ensure Personal Protective Safetywear is worn at relevant times and staff follow relevant safety procedures, raise transgressions with the Centre Manager if repeated Parking Ensure income/monies from parking is safely and accurately banked/deposited Attend to all parking related issues and queries Service Providers / Contractors, Contracts, and/or Service Level Agreements Maintain contracts file ensure all contracts are appropriately filed Obtain quotes from contractors/service providers per tender/quote procedure, if required Process orders on Property Software system, if required MARKETING Assist Centre Manager with any requests relating to the marketing functions required Work with marketing staff and assist where necessary Liaise with exhibitors, customers, and tenants where required Exhibition Areas Assist Centre Manager with any requests relating to the Centre Exhibition Areas PROPERTY SOFTWARE SYSTEM (MDA) Capture and process the following data: Order Numbers, Foot Counter information, Tenant Turnovers, Jobs, Customer queries, Tenant issues, Requests for Quotes, printing of any other schedule that might be required monthly using MDA Responsible for the integrity of the data System to be utilised for all processes unless otherwise instructed OFFICE MANAGEMENT Maintain the office, ensure everything is in working order and that reception area is neat and welcoming Maintain professional and cordial approach to tenants and customers Report and request quotes for hardware, software, furniture and fittings when requested by the Centre Manager Execute any daily administration that the Centre Manager may require to run the centre and the management offices Liaise with head office staff when required Manage meetings and meeting room bookings Answer all telephone calls, address issues and take messages when necessary Manage petty cash if required and report to Centre Manager Manage keys and key register Assist walk-in customer and tenant queries timeously Manage and maintain and monitor weekend work rosters and report to the Centre Manager Assist with preparation of any PowerPoint or hardcopy presentations required for the Centre Manager Attend and set up meetings where requested to do so Compiling minutes where and when required Set up meetings with tenants where required to do so Manage incoming and outgoing mail (post) and post box rental Renew all relevant and budgeted licenses and subscriptions Distribute and communicate information from Head Office to Centre team Assist Centre staff where required Maintain beverage stock in the kitchen, and arrange catering for meetings where required MANAGEMENT REPORT(ING) Request reports from service providers timeously to compile the management packs monthly Compile monthly management packs Assist Centre Manager with any reporting when and if required Assist with all and any year-end, budgetary or strategy reporting required Submit monthly OHSACT reports and minutes to head office as requested and required GENERAL Service Excellence: Responsible for ensuring high levels of customer service are implemented and maintained at all times. This function includes on-going tenant liaison, on-going client liaison as well as attending to all client inquiries. Confidentiality: Keep the companys Intellectual Property, client information, trade secrets, executive decisions and business tools confidential at all times. Team Interaction: Responsible for participating in various team activities, as well as providing support to team members. Occupational Health and Safety: Responsible for adhering to all Health and Safety rules and regulations in line with the guidelines provided by Management MAIN KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES Public Relations (tenants/customers) prompt attention to recording tenant and customer issues, 24 hour turnaround time for either feedback or resolution of a reported problem, or feedback to the tenants/customers on status of issue resolution, knowledge of lease agreements Gift vouchers 0% fraud, and increasing voucher sales Tenant Service Records - Responsible for obtaining air-con service records from Woolworths, Edgars, Clicks, Checkers and Vodacom and sprinkler valve service records from Checkers and Woolworths. Team Interaction Professionalism Quality management and distribution of documents in the office and to tenants/service providers OHSACT Service Excellence Confidentiality Following Instructions - Responsible for ensuring that all instructions by Management are carried out within the time lines provided Occupational Health and Safety - Responsible for adhering to all Health and Safety rules and regulations in line with the guidelines provided by Management Banking - Responsible for the parking/gift voucher monies. Meet required deadlines Skills Required =============== Property experience
A young, vibrant PR agency seeks to employ a Publicist to join their dynamic team. Requirements / Skills Established media contacts (ideally-in the beauty industry) Good media and client liaison skill Building media relationships and answering media requests for publicity material The ability to work well under pressure Articulate Excellent communication skills Excellent writing skills (press releases, profiles, blogs, web content, ad copy, etc.); Experience in public relations; (at least 2 years) Understanding of Social media (bonus would be able to write content and is active on social media) Computer skills-office, i.e. excel, PowerPoint etc. Organisational skills! Must be very efficient and anal with admin Results an ROI orientated Able to create media lists, frameworks, admin-orientated! Creative (will be required to provide content for strategy generation, concepts etc., as well as be creative with media angles) Selling-as in selling angles to the media telephonically, being able to sell a good story and create an angle when there is nothing to talk about Team player! Job description Juggle divisions within the product line (beauty, skin care, colour, fragrance) Candidate needs to be extremely organised Would be ideal to employ someone with past beauty knowledge that has either worked on beauty before e.g. journalist on a beauty /lifestyle publication or a publicist that has previously worked on beauty Admin intensive I.e. reporting, media lists, media analysis, spreadsheets, deadlines (beauty briefs) Candidate needs to possess a good command on the English language Relationship building is a must, candidate needs to be able to interact with clients Skills Required =============== Social Media, Communication Skills, Media and Client Liaison