MTN Telecommunication is currently recruiting for the under-listed vacancies across the above mentioned countries. GM: Capital Programmes x1 (Ivory Coast )	Apply before 08/09/10
Effective governance and execution of Capital Projects to Project Management methodologies meeting Business Objectives and Strategic Intent of MTN Cote D’Ivoire (more)
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•To act as primary interface with MTN Ghana management for technical and engineering responsibilities •To ensure Network Group (NWG) committed availability and quality KPIs (key performance indica… (more)
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Mission/ Core purpose of the Job: To ensure that the regional radio network is developed and maintained such that it has adequate capacity, always operates at optimum quality and offers competitive… (more)
Engineer: 3G Optimization x1 (Johannesburg)	Apply before 07/09/10
To ensure that the 3G network is planned and is performing optimally at all times by providing the correct tools, systems, support and strategic direction to Radio Planning and Optimisation Engineers. (more)
Engineer: Systems x1 (Johannesburg)	Apply before 06/09/10
The Systems Engineer must provide leadership to Projects they are managing, working on development of products and capacity planning of services in line with business requirements and budgetary priori… (more)
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Mission/ Core purpose of the Job: To ensure that the regional radio network is developed and maintained such that it has adequate capacity, always operates at optimum quality and offers competitive… (more)
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The company is a multi-national, US Based, Computer , IT Consulting and Technology Corporation , they are amongst the worlds’ largest IT companies and one of the most valuable
Global Brands . The Company Manufactures and Sells Computer Hardware and Software, offers infrastructure and hosting services and a vast range of Consulting Services.

**THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO KENYAN CITIZENS AND RESIDENTS ONLY*** Employees in this role are responsible for the ongoing identification, development, and assessment of cross-IGS services business opportunities with key accounts, selected based on proactive market screening, targeting, and business analysis. They develop extensive executive and senior management relationships in client organizations. They identify and develop the most attractive opportunities (especially sole-source deals) for potential engagement. They work collaboratively with other teams across THE COMPANY and with other partners and outside consultants as appropriate They are responsible for the ongoing qualification of these opportunities and recommend whether to engage, disqualify, or refer opportunities to other THE COMPANY groups. They own the opportunity until formal sales engagement and facilitate the transition to an engagement team, and remain involved during the engagement phase, as appropriate. They typically report to a Business Development Manager. Primary Measurement: Contract Signings performance; Business development metric such as, pipeline of well-qualified business.

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Outsource one of the leading insurance firm in South Africa  is currently recruiting for the following positions
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Regional SAP Utilisation Consultant  (SM/REG SAP Util Con/21.07.10/08 ): Location (Regional Finance Shared Service Centres ( FSSC’s) / Stellenbosch), Remuneration (JG34), Reporting to (Quality Manager BASS AME), Response Deadline (26/08/2010),  
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Service Level Manager (SLM)  (ZD/SLM/HBG): Location (Heidelberg (JHB)), Remuneration (Grade 35), Reporting to (Area IT Services Manager: SAA), Additional Information (17/08/10), Response Deadline (24/08/2010),  …click here to find out more




Service Level Manager (SLM)  (ZD/SLM/SB): Location (Stellenbosch- Cape Town), Remuneration (Grade 35), Reporting to (Area IT Services Manager: SAA), Additional Information (17/08/10), Response Deadline (24/08/2010),  …click here to find out more


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MTN one of the leading telecommunication company in Africa is currently recruiting for the position of Senior Engineer Transmission Planning for its South Africa operation to be based in Johannesburg Location of position MTN South Africa Gauteng Johannesburg Innovation Centre  Job mission Mission Plan the Transmission Systems according to Radio, Core and IP requirements   KPA duties Strategy Development •Participate in the translation of the transmission strategy and architecture into long range plans  •Assist in formulating inputs towards technology strategy.  •Assist in delivering a target Product and Services architecture with a 3 year time horizon taking global technology developments into consideration Planning & Delivery •Responsible for the timely planning of all Transmission networks within MTN e.g. PTP / PMP microwave networks, Fibre networks, RANO networks, DXX / SDH networks, etc. •Assist in defining 1-year budget •Prioritise access/core transmission network growth •Drive execution of near term plans •Forecast capacity and traffic and align with Radio, Core & IP plans and with strategy and roadmap •Ensure correct planning of Transmission w.r.t fixed and mobile operator interconnections where required •Plan transport capacity across access, backhaul and backbone infrastructure to support all of MTN’s bandwidth requirements  •Evaluate new Access and Core Backbone Transmission Network Equipment and Specifications •Identify geographical location for equipment to be installed •Request funding and issue request for purchasing (RfP) to vendor, verify bill of material and confirm order of equipment and services •Verify configuration  •Ensure implementation of Transmission plans is carried out fully with a smooth handover to Network Operations for cutover and integration into the live network  •Ensure that policies, procedures and quality standards are adhered to in the planning process Network Optimisation & Performance •Ensure quality objectives are met and maintained •Ensure future proof transmission plans to guarantee deliverables are met according to customer requirements both internal and external  •Track and report on performance problems and performance improvements on division level  •Investigate performance issues and identify changes required on division level •Review design and drive optimisation changes •Tender evaluations and formulations •Provide high level support on the planned network/technologies Communication and co-ordination •Ensure communication of plans and integration of feedback •Prepare implementation and integration documentation  Educational requirements Education: B Degree or National Technical Diploma with relevant experience  Experience required Experience: Over 5 years in Telecommunications, with at least 2 years experience as a senior Transmission Planning engineer  Skills required Skills / physical competencies: Planning skills Strategic thinker Analytical  Innovative  Teamwork Good communication skills Interpersonal skills Self motivated Negotiation skills   Other information Reference No: SETP001 Position Type: Permanent Affirmative Action:  Open to All Salary: Additional: Behavioural qualities: Team player Influential  Assertive Self motivated Persuasive  General working Conditions: ?Code 8 drivers licence ?Travel will be required to and from MTN Head-Office to suppliers/contractors and other MTN sites within Gauteng and nationwide. ?Local travel required for regional meetings and international travel required for specific projects, such as supplier factories and into Africa. Applications close 19 Jul 2010. Apply now!

Sephaku Cement is  looking for an individual with the following attributes: Assertive Energetic,as a  Project Quantity Surveyor
Recruiter:    Sephaku Cement (Pty) Ltd   
AA/EE:    Not Applicable    Contract    Temporary
Location:    Mpumalanga    Available:    A.S.A.P
Category:    Engineering    Offer:    Negotiable
Introduction

Minimum Requirements

A qualification in Quantity Survey (QS). Minimum 3 to 5 years experience in major civil and structural projects  and knowledge of pilling .
Job Specification
Determine and report concrete volume erected.
Determine and report steel structural volume erected.
Determine actual piling volumes periodically based.
Determine foundation completed.
Determine compacting completed.
Determine progress completion on roads, buildings etc.

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This is a demanding and challenging position. The ideal person would be able to lead a successful team by a strong vision and the capability to achieve results in line with the strong growth the company has enjoyed over the last 5 years. We are looking for a candidate with the ability to continue this strong growth and further develop the business long and short term.

As a General Manager for Atlas Copco Construction and Mining – Southern Africa, you will have the responsibility to further increase our market share and grow our business interests in the region of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. You will be accountable for the development of a region based operation, maximizing your resources to ensure all Divisions are represented in the best way. This will be achieved by continuous development of the business plan and your organisation to ensure we achieve the budgets and at the same time increasing the effectiveness and efficiency in that we grow the Accessories, Parts and Service businesses profitably to a large installed fleet of equipment.
A major part of the business is achieved on full maintenance and repair and drill metre contracts. This approach to the business requires being “hands-on and innovative” to ensure a profitable and sustainable business, whilst maintaining a high level of customer relations.
The successful candidate will be the driving force behind the continuous skills development of the CMT team, this to ensure that the momentum is maintained in raising the skill levels to meet the demands of the businesses in this region and continuing the good works of the Atlas Copco ACademy.

Code: S020002-14 Expiry Date: 2010-06-01

Category: MARKETING SubCategory: PRODUCT

Description:

•Be responsible for market analysis for particular products and identifying market opportunities, products sales, promotion activities, planning and implementation.

•Ensure the business targets of products are successfully met.

•Be responsible for planning and support of projects, ensuring market penetration and achievement of sales objectives.

•Support on all sales management related issues. Management of day-to-day technical sales requests from key customer accounts

•Involvement in technical presentations to new and existing customers to promote existing and new products

•Collect information of market, competitors and customers for marketing development, preparing monthly reports

•And any other reasonable tasks/assignments that may be required from time to time.

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­The incumbent will be part of a team of coordinators on a job rotation schedule and will execute one or several of the following functions:

­  1) Equipment Control:
­  Plan and monitor stock levels and turn-over times
­  Drive depot performance in preparing equipment
­  Control supply to customers, initiate re-supply or evacuation of stock to meet target levels
­  Maintain accurate and timely equipment tracking
­  Minimise cost of local equipment movements
­  2) Rail Transport:
­  Secure transport capacity from TFR and monitor execution (time, volume, location)
­  Handle manual and electronic documentation process
­  Maintain internal operational systems
­  Ensure data quality is maintained between all entities involved
­  Maintain acceptable transit times as advised from time to time
­  3) Rail Execution:
­  Liaise with and represent the company towards TFR staff and management
­  Plan, order and monitor the railing of containers
­  Plan and monitor stock at TFR facilities
­  Assist truck operators
­  Inspect and classify containers for different purposes
­  Liaise with government agencies such as SARS and Boarder Police on occasion
­  4 )Road Transport:
­  Arrange local trucking moves
­  Assist customer service agents with longhaul and local delivery truck moves
­  5) Finance & Systems:
­  Maintain all services ordered on operational financial systems
­  Ensure 100% accuracy and timeliness of financial system updates
­  Resolve queries and mismatches against thight deadlines
­  6) General:
  Participate in process improvement projects (e.g. cost saving, service delivery)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• ­Equipment Control
• ­Rail Transport
• ­Rail Execution
• ­Road Transport
• Finance & Systems

KEY MEASURES AND TARGETS

• Tracking Accuracy
• Rail & truck execution
• Equipment stock & evacuation targets
• Adherence to procurement splits
• Cost recovery
• Operational financial systems data quality

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Local imports and exports departments
• National operations desks
• National finance desks
• Transnet
• Trucking companies (incl. sister company Roadwing)
• Depots (including sister company Sati)
• Other local operations departments across the country

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Numeracy
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to win over and convince
• Ability to deliver under pressure and against deadlines
• Knowledge of internal systems (RKEM, Navis, SAP, Mets+) advantageuos
• Knowledge of equipment types advantageous
• African vernacular advantageous 
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Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Close Date: 02-May-2010
Background / General description:

The mission of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is to promote sustainable private sector investment in developing countries. High-impact advisory
services are central to the success of IFC’s strategy in Africa. The strategy focuses on improving the investment climate, proactively developing viable private sector investments, and increasing the competitiveness of small businesses. IFC s advisory services in Sub-Saharan Africa are implemented by the multi-donor IFC Private Enterprise Partnership for Africa (IFC PEP Africa). IFC PEP Africa is structured into five business lines, each with a Business Line Leader: Business Enabling Environment; Infrastructure, Access to Finance; Corporate Advice, and Environmental and Social Sustainability. Established in July 2005, IFC PEP Africa has experienced significant growth. By the end of FY09, IFC Advisory Services in Africa comprised a portfolio of 170 active projects with an AS value of $ 233.8 million. Growth is expected to continue as PEP Africa expands its reach into more countries and more sectors, especially within frontier markets. Access to Finance (A2F) is the largest of IFC PEP Africa s five business lines. Within the A2F business line, IFC PEP Africa designs and implements advisory programs that promote financial market development and investment in SME Banking, Leasing, Microfinance, Trade Finance, Housing/Mortgage Finance, Corporate Governance and Credit Bureaus. In many cases, the advisory services are combined with IFC investments. To manage the growth of the business line, IFC plans to recruit a Principal Operations Officer responsible for leading the business line. Reporting to the General Manager and the Global Business Line Leader, the A2F business line leader will be responsible for strategy development and execution, and for overseeing the portfolio of current and new A2F advisory services programs throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.
Duties and Accountabilities:

# Develop advisory services strategy for the Access to Finance/Financial Markets business line in close collaboration with IFC Africa Country Managers and staff, Financial Markets Africa Manager and investment staff team, Advisory Services business line leaders, IFC Industry Departments, and other relevant IFC/World Bank Group teams;

# Lead the implementation of this strategy, including designing programs, recruiting program managers and implementation teams, supervising program execution (including staff performance evaluations), and assessing results and impact;

# Supervise the access to finance IFC PEP Africa Operations Officers working on the SME Banking, Leasing, Corporate Governance, Microfinance, Trade Finance, Housing, and Credit Bureaux programs, as direct reports responsible for implementation of product line strategies;

# Deliver highest quality advice by applying best practice, rigorous quality control, benchmarking with the best in the sector, and knowledge sharing with other IFC facilities and similar programs;

# Ensure effective monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment of advisory programs in collaboration with the IFC PEP Africa monitoring and evaluation team;
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# Build and maintain strong relationships and networks within IFC, the World Bank Group and with external stakeholders and partners.
Selection Criteria:

# Relevant post-graduate qualification in business, finance or economics,

# At least 10 -years relevant experience (direct experience working in the private sector would be a definite advantage);

# Demonstrated leadership skills, acquired in a challenging multicultural environment, combined with the energy of a self-starter, imagination, initiative and drive;

# Demonstrated understanding of development finance and strong network within financial markets;

# Expertise in one or more of the following areas: SME banking, microfinance, leasing and/or housing;

# Proven track record in designing and implementing advisory services;

# Strong track record of people and program management;

# Ability to think strategically combined with rigorous organizational skills, attention to detail, and a highly-developed problem solving acumen;

# Strong record of managing relationships among senior public and private sector clients;

# Fluency in English required. French and/or Portuguese highly desirable. Note: No phone calls, paper mail or faxes please. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Only applicants invited for interviews will be contacted.

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Close Date: 22-Apr-2010
Background / General description:

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is a global investor and advisor committed to promoting projects in its developing member countries that are economically beneficial, financially and commercially sound, and environmentally and socially sustainable
 IFC finances private sector investments, mobilizes capital in the international financial markets, helps clients improve social and environmental sustainability, and provides technical assistance and advice to governments and businesses in the developing world. The Global Financial Markets Department s Housing Finance Group aims to increase the availability and affordability of residential housing in developing countries. It does so by introducing a steady source of new housing finance product ideas, technical assistance, strategic formulations, policy, procedures and effectiveness measures to better meet client requirements and leverage the IFC s own resources. The IFC employs a broad range of financial and non-financial tools to develop and improve primary and secondary mortgage markets and their financial mechanisms.
Duties and Accountabilities:

# Among other duties the specialist will be called upon to: Lead/support the appraisal, structuring, negotiation and processing of housing finance projects

# Lead/support the growth of the housing finance investment portfolio in the region by taking a pro-active role in both developing new business and processing and closing of housing finance investment transactions;

# Lead the supervision of projects, including client interaction, analytical assessments, on-site reviews and the preparation of internal report documentation

# Manage/support client relationships, particularly with respect to advisory services

# Contribute to the evaluation of mortgage markets and to IFC s regional strategy of mortgage markets and their implementation;

# Lead/support the fundraising process for housing finance advisory interventions

# Provide best-practice and technical advice to IFC staff and external clients

# Maintain good relationships with clients and government officials, develop marketing and training tools for housing finance;

# Mentor and coach less-experienced investment staff; and

# Build best-practice and participate in knowledge dissemination.
Selection Criteria:

# Master s degree in finance, economics or other related areas; accreditation as a CFA or CPA is considered a plus;

# 8+ years of experience in the housing finance business, with evidence of growing expertise in a variety of housing finance related disciplines : origination, servicing and operations of primary and secondary market activities; project and institutional risk management; real estate based lending; and credit underwriting; portfolio supervision; regulatory work in banking supervision of commercial or specialized mortgage lending institution. Experience in mortgage-backed securitization will be considered a plus.

# Strong analytical and problem solving skills to identify issues and present creative, practical solutions;

# Capacity to deal with conflicting priorities and deliver high quality work on schedule; facility to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries;

# Ability to build and maintain relationships with the business community and governmental authorities; and

# Excellent presentation skills in English (oral and written); French is highly desirable. IFC offers a highly challenging and rewarding working environment with outstanding opportunities for professional growth, as well as attractive conditions. All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Job #: 100805
Title: Finance Assistant, Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Stream: Accounting

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Close Date: 28-Apr-2010
Background / General description:

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for financial and accounting related functions for the IFC
Johannesburg office. He/ She will be reporting the Regional Financial Controller (RFC) of the Sub-Saharan Africa Department.
Duties and Accountabilities:

# MAIN TASKS SAP/Imprest Administration Processing and payment of the following in SAP: – local staff salaries and benefits – consulting contracts, fee invoices – purchase orders – travel advances and other travel related expenses – all other payables and miscellaneous payments

# Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts

# Ensures that imprest fund and petty cash are adequately funded at all times through regular monitoring and replenishment

# Timely recording of office (shared) expenses

# Where applicable, monitor and process refund for VAT and other reimbursable taxes

# Monthly review of expenses for accuracy, and ensures timely corrections/adjustments of erroneous transactions Time Recording (TRS) and Leave and Attendance Records (LARS) In coordination with the TRS/LARS Coordinator, ensures that:

# all staff record/enter their time in the TRS on timely manner

# time entered are complete and accurate

# staff overtime have proper approval from the Unit Manager

# the Unit Manager is regularly informed (through bi-monthly or monthly report) of non-compliance by staff and that appropriate action is taken Fixed Assets Administration Ensures that:

# all asset procurements and disposals conform with WBG policies and procedures

# all assets are properly identified, tagged and recorded in SAP

# all assets are appropriately covered by insurance

# regular physical inventory is conducted and that all missing items are reported and appropriately resolved Office Budgeting and Monitoring

# Contributes to preparation of annual budget for the office in accordance with the standard and agreed budget assumptions and processes

# Ensures that the office is adequately funded, in terms of budget allocation

# Performs monthly review of office expenses for accuracy, compares them with the budgets, and prepares/submit results of such review to the Unit Manager and RFC together with explanation of major variances Other Responsibilities

# Ensures that all financial records and files (e.g., supporting documents for expenditures, contracts, purchase orders, fixed asset inventory, etc) in the office are well organized, maintained and updated

# Acts as the focal person in the office on all WBG policies and procedures relating to SAP, imprest and other financial matters

# Acts as contact person for internal and external audits of the office on behalf of the RFC

# Ensures that office vehicle usage policies and procedures are adhered to, analyses the trends in maintenance/fuel costs and advices the Unit Manager as appropriate

# Reconciles vouchers on visitors usage of the office. Ensures that the office is reimbursed for personal calls, copies, vehicle usage and other personal costs

# Performs other duties as required
Selection Criteria:

# Degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent) with at least minimum 1 years IAS accounting experience in Western corporate setting. If only a holder of diploma or certificate, at least minimum of 3 years of accounting or financial work and in the process of pursuing an internationally recognized accounting or finance designation (CA, CMA, CPA, MIA, etc)

# Knowledge in financial accounting and reporting, and in project costing

# Competence in the use of Microsoft Office applications, with previous experience in ERP (preferably, SAP) being a significant advantage

# Ability to work in multi-cultural environment

# Strong written and oral communications skills, fluency in English is essential

# World Bank Group experience is preferred
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The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, promotes sustainable private sector investment in developing countries as a way to reduce poverty and improve people’s lives and
in doing so offers a unique combination of investment and advisory services to its clients.

IFC AS in Sub-Saharan Africa are implemented through four management units: IFC PEP Africa; the Infrastructure Advisory Unit, the SME Unit, and the Investment Climate Advisory Services of the World Bank Group. IFC PEP Africa provides the administrative backbone and coordinating function across all of IFC AS management units in Africa.
Established in July 2005 as a multi-donor partnership, IFC PEP Africa has experienced significant growth and this is expected to continue as IFC PEP Africa expands its reach into more countries and more sectors, especially frontier markets.
Job description

IFC Private Enterprise Partnership for Africa (PEP Africa) works in partnership with multilateral agencies, governments and the private sector to deliver programs and advisory services that improve the investment climate, mobilize private sector investment, and enhance the competitiveness of private enterprises in Africa. The General Manager PEP Africa will lead a team of 130 staff managing over 100 Advisory Services (AS) projects in 36 countries, and ensure that a balanced portfolio of AS business line products and services is delivered at the highest quality level. As a member of the Africa region management team, he/she will contribute significantly to IFC’s global strategy in the region.)

Who we are looking for

An advanced university degree and at least 10 years’ experience effectively executing complex projects with multi- dimensional stakeholders and leading large, diverse teams
Successful track record in performing advisory activities, managing donor relationships, and raising and managing funds
Superior client relationship management skills
Excellent knowledge of Sub-Saharan African economies and their business context
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What’s on offer

Competitive US Dollar Tax Free Package
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For further info, apply or phone on +27 (0)11 303 8300. Job Ref: 3880

Your application will be sent to Craig Thompson (South Africa office) – .
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Reference : QPM568798
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IWMI seeks a dynamic individual to lead its research operations in Africa.  The Africa Director will demonstrate a strong strategic approach and set an ambitious agenda to achieve IWMI’s goals in the region. In addition, the Director will be IWMI’s ambassador in Africa  and provide leadership for the regional offices. The position can be based in any one of IWMI’s Africa offices
in Pretoria, Addis Ababa, or Accra (though preferably, Accra) and reports direct to the Director General. The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is a non-profit, scientific organization engaged in research and capacity building activities for developing countries.  Our mission is to overcome poverty through the better management of land and water resources. Working with diverse partners and supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), IWMI seeks to translate its research findings into actionable recommendations for policymakers, resource managers and poor rural communities.  IWMI is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka and has regional offices located in 12 countries in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Job Purpose:
The main purpose of the job is to spearhead, direct and oversee research and administration of IWMI offices in Africa region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
·         Maintaining knowledge of the region and political economy, representing the Director General in terms of relationship building with regional stakeholders, donors, NGOs, CSOs and regional alliances.

·         Representing the Director General and IWMI with host government agencies and institutions acting as the first point of contact in the region for a range of parties including donors and senior government Ministers and reacting to requests and questions from same

·         Representing IWMI at regional fora, meetings and conferences.

·         Working with the Business Development Director and Theme Leaders to ensure the development and maintenance of a strong pipeline of projects; seeking opportunities for funding and contributing to proposal writing and other scientific knowledge activities as appropriate.

·         Working with Theme and Project Leaders to ensure that IWMI projects have significant on-ground and regional impact in terms of IWMI and the CGIAR’s goals.

·         Working with Project Leaders and the IWMI Information and Knowledge Group team to ensure project outputs are targeted at appropriate audiences and uptake is maximized.

·         Membership of the IWMI Management Team and as such to support the Director General with planned and ad hoc reviews, submissions and other general management duties as arise.

·         Coordinate the region’s offices and provide oversight and management of regional offices and their administrative support staff.

·         Dealing with everyday issues of staff located in the region and providing guidance and mentoring as appropriate.

·         Regional Directors will be expected to spend about 70% of their time on the above duties.  The remaining time may be allocated to contributing to specific projects in the region and/or IWMI wide initiatives.

·         Ensuring mitigation of risk in IWMI’s activities within the region.

Selection Criteria:

The following outlines the attributes required and the criteria against which applications will be assessed.

Qualifications & Experience:
  

ESSENTIAL

·     A PhD or equivalent experience in an area relevant to the theme (e.g. hydrology/hydrogeology, irrigation/agricultural science, environmental science, economics)

·     Extensive experience of living and/or working in Africa

·     Extensive experience in senior management or director positions

·     Corporate management experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  

ESSENTIAL

·     Demonstrable intellectual leadership of key science areas of relevance to IWMI’s agenda that have had impact with respect to development challenges.

·     Extensive knowledge of agricultural concerns in most/all Africa regions.

·     Recognition at the international level as an individual who has contributed significantly to one’s area of scientific endeavor as evidence by publications and other acknowledgements.

·     Strong verbal communication skills that assist in explaining in simple terms international water management challenges and the ability to explain complex, interdisciplinary water issues.

·     Strong strategic planning skills and ability to develop and deliver strategic initiatives to advance the region.

·     Experience of managing teams of people that have delivered high quality outputs on time and budget.

·     Ability to form partnerships with other CGIAR centers, ARIs and NARES to facilitate delivery of outcomes.

·     Ability to be a strong advocate for the area of responsibility via written and oral presentations.

·     Ability to manage finances of a large team and to plan work from both scientific and financial/human resources perspectives.

·     Ability to liaise with key donor agencies.

·     Understanding of pro-poor development challenges.

Salary and Benefits:

This is an internationally recruited position with a competitive salary and benefits package.  This includes housing and vehicle allowance, retirement and health insurance package.  The position will be governed by IWMI terms of employment.  The position will be for three years and is a renewable contract.

How to Apply:

·         Complete application form http://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/About_IWMI/Vacancies/

·         Attach your résumé.

·         Attach a letter of application, which specifically addresses the selection criteria outlined above; include the names and addresses of 3 referees who may be contacted if you are shortlisted.

·         Submit online.

If you do not receive an automatic acknowledgement email within 24 hours of sending your application, then contact: The Human Resources Office, IWMI, P.O. Box 2075, Colombo, Sri Lanka; Email:
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Application deadline:  15 May 2010 or until the position is filled
For further information visit IWMI - http://www.iwmi.org

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IWMI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify its staff in terms of both gender and nationality.

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Title: Technical Sales Engineer-(optical transmission)
City: Johannesburg
Code: S020002-14 Expiry Date: 2010-06-01
Category: MARKETING SubCategory: PRODUCT

Description:
•Be responsible for market analysis for particular products and identifying market opportunities, products sales, promotion activities, planning and implementation.
•Ensure the business targets of products are successfully met.
•Be responsible for planning and support of projects, ensuring market penetration and achievement of sales objectives.
•Support on all sales management related issues. Management of day-to-day technical sales requests from key customer accounts
•Involvement in technical presentations to new and existing customers to promote existing and new products
•Collect information of market, competitors and customers for marketing development, preparing monthly reports
•And any other reasonable tasks/assignments that may be required from time to time.
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The M-PESA Sales Department within New Products Division is responsible for the growth and management of M-PESA sales channels and M-PESA revenues. To build on the existing team of professionals, the department is now looking to fill the position below. INTERNATIONAL MONEY TRANSFER (IMT) SALES MANAGER RF: NP- IMT-SM- MAR 10 Reporting to the Senior Manager – M-PESA Business Development, the job holder will be responsible for recruiting International agents and managing their performance to realize performance objectives and drive achievement of revenue targets.     The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to: Develop an IMT recruitment Plan in line with IMT Strategy; Prospect for agents and recruit them in line with the required strategy; Identify cross functional issues affecting recruitment and address them; Monitor targets for IMT agents/countries and align them to the M-PESA revenue target; Identify new revenue streams for international transfers; Establish working relationships with all agents and countries to ensure excellent client support level: Identify awareness campaigns for priority markets; Develop awareness campaigns to drive transactions; Report on functional activities to various Stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies: Bachelors Degree in Sales and Marketing or a business management discipline; 5 years hands on experience in Corporate Sales in a highly competitive commercial environment. Dealing with international money transfers will be an advantage; Experience in learning technology, enterprise applications or testing marketplace; Good understanding of financial principles, financial ratios and interpretation of standard financial statements; Excellent Contract negotiation experience and high rate at successfully closing deals; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to network and establish effective working relationships across the company; Self confident individual with strong influencing skills; Attention to detail with good organizational, planning, report writing and presentation skills; Proactive, confident, energetic with the ability to work under pressure on tight schedules; A proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you meet the requirements and are self driven, proactive, highly innovative and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job reference number to the address below. All applications must be delivered on or before Friday, 26th March 2010.   The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition, Safaricom Limited. Via email to:

The Partnership for African Fisheries (PAF) was established in April 2009 with funding from the British Government. Implementation is currently managed by the NEPAD Agency. PAF seeks to strengthen Africa’s ability to devise and implement policies for growth in the fisheries sector. It will do this through
facilitating participative research, training and information sharing in selected technical areas. Through establishing dynamic, fluid and multi-stakeholder partnerships and through engagement at the political level, it will ensure that the African fisheries sector (in its broadest sense) has a voice and that this voice is heard.

[scholarship opportunities]
It is the intention that PAF be restructured as an independent trust, and that this restructuring takes place within the coming six to nine months.

NEPAD is now calling for expressions of interest from companies to provide consultancy services to assist in this process. Consultants will be required to advise NEPAD Agency and other PAF stakeholders on procedures and strategies for establishing PAF as an independent trust.
It is anticipated that the consultancy will be undertaken over a six to ten week period, commencing in March 2010. Following receipt of expressions of interest, up to four companies will be invited to submit full proposals.
Interested companies are now invited to submit expressions of interest, presenting their capabilities to undertake the above study and an outline methodology. Expressions of interest should not exceed 10 pages.

The deadline for receipt of expressions of inertest is Wednesday 31st March 2010. Expressions of interest should be emailed to Mr. Kossi Toulassi email:

For queries, contact :

Mr. Kossi Toulassi on +27112563642 or Dr. Sloans Chimatiro on +27 83 380 8512

Click Here for the Terms of Reference: Development of a Monitoring and Evaluation System to support the management and implementation of the Partnership for African Fisheries (PAF)

Click Here for the Call for Proposals, Design of an M&E System for PAF: Summary Information

Position Title: Procurement Officer


Supervisor: Finance Manager


Sector: Finance and Administration Unit


Duty Station: Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

The New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) Secretariat is seeking for a Procurement Officer.

Applications should be forwarded electronically utilizing “Arial: font 12: to [email protected] and they should be marked for the attention of:
Mrs. F. Ceesay Jallow



NEPAD Secretariat


C/o Development Bank of Southern Africa
The closing date for this position is Monday, 29 March 2010. Please note, should you not hear from us within six (6) weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.
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The Duty Station Manager is responsible for the economic and service orientated planning, execution and development of the various services at the station. During the shift, he/she deputizes for the Station Manager in
all concerns which may arise during the course of station work and which require an immediate decision. He/she supervises all operational aspects at the station and coordinates the work routines with internal and external parties incl. crews. He/she manages the entire handling operation and coordinates all flights allocated to his/her shift with the aim to ensure safety, punctuality and an appropriate customer service.

Dependent on the assignment-focus the tasks include the following:

    * Responsibility for the supervision and management of all work routines
    * Responsibility for the optimisation of work processes and resources (incl. IT)
    * Planning and supervision of the implementation of necessary measures in connection with flight irregularities and to take necessary decisions
    * Supervision/training/induction of handling agent incl. inspecting their appearance and adherence to safety- and service standards, where appropriate in cooperation with the supervisor
    * Supervision of adherence to regulations and instructions and to ascertain weak points
    * Evaluation of current shift reports and other codes and the issuing of reports for various customers and the superior
    * To build relationships with authorities and external customers/suppliers (e.g. the police, customs, AOC) and deputizes the station manager in his absence
    * Representing LH to passengers
    * To take care of employees in terms of personnel matters (i.e. shift-/holiday-/training planning, individual measures, involvement in personnel assignments) and to resolve issues in this area

Your profile

    * South African citizenship or valid workpermit required
    * A motivated airline professional with leadership experience, a high sense of responsibility and social competence
    * An excellent service orientation
    * Interest in and flair for sales aspects as well as an understanding of the service culture in a leading company within the service industry
    * Systematic, well structured working method, self-driven personality and a confident attitude
    * Strong communication and negotiation skills in English
    * Knowledge of German is a plus
    * Experience in instructing employees and possess personnel management and motivation skills
    * In addition, computer literacy is required
    * Willingness to work shifts, app. 80 hours per month (20 hours per week)

Lufthansa German Airlines is one of the world`s leading airlines. As an internationally-operating aviation Group Lufthansa is active in five business fields: Passenger Transportation, Logistics, MRO, Catering and IT Services. More than 400 subsidiaries and holding companies also belong to the Group. The airline offers more than 200 destinations in approximately 80 countries using around 534 aircraft, 280 of them belong to Lufthansa Passage Airline. More than 70 million passengers worldwide place their trust in us each year. The dedication, skills and excellent service of our employees is one of our greatest strengths.
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At Roche, 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working
together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity, and on seeing each other’s differences as an advantage. To innovate healthcare, Roche has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing – and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves.
The Position

# Coordinating strategic planning and budgeting process with the aim of ensuring feasibility or practicality of these plans and budgets in order to achieve regional targets (EMEA).
# Generation of monthly Financial KPIs with commentary and recommended improvement areas to Senior business board.
# Generation and analysis of customer and business unit P&Ls to highlight key business drivers and trends and identify areas for improvement
# Calculation of Capex, tenders prices and deals using techniques such as NPV & IRR and post evaluation review of actual business results verses plan
# Control of consignment stock process in customer stores to ensure that stock counts, reconciliations and billings are in line with financial policies
# Optimise business processes to ensure greater transparency and availability of all financial information
Who you are

You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies, and where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

# B Com majoring in Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing or Finance. CIMA or CA would be an added advantage
# 3-5 years experience in Management Accounting/Financial Business Analysis
# 3-5 years experience in Financial Reporting within a multinational environment
# Must have SAP System experience
# Experience in a Multinational FMCG or Multinational Medical/Diagnostics business is essential
# Experience in supporting Marketing, Sales or Logistics in making business decisions and providing Management Information is essential
# Strong Financial & Analytical Skills
# Strong Leadership Skills with the ability to influence and work cross functionally
# Creative problem solver with decision making ability
# Dynamic self starter with high level of motivation, innovation and a bias for action
# Excellent planning, follow-through and organising ability

The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the “Apply online“.

TITLE: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor

LOCATION: Johannesburg, South Africa

OVERALL JOB FUNCTION:

The International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs (ICAP ) in South Africa is seeking an
souM&E Advisor who will 1) Provide technical guidance and support to ICAP-SA M&E team, 2) Interface with Program Managers to supervise regional M&E staff and co-ordinate routine M&E activities, 3) Streamline and manage M&E reporting systems required to generate routine reports and to provide regular feedback to stakeholders, 4) Lead and co-ordinate internal and external M&E capacity building activities to improve M&E systems, 5) Oversee implementation and management of new and existing patient-level electronic databases, 6) Strengthen and support implementation of site-level paper and electronic data collection tools, overseeing development and implementation of good data management and quality assurance procedures, 7) Lead analyses of routinely collected data (including patient-level and aggregate data) to inform program improvement and decision-making, Work closely with DOH M&E Officers and District Information Officers to provide technical support and strengthen district and provincial HMIS, 9) Represent ICAP-SA at all relevant M&E forums, and 10) Perform any other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A basic degree in Health Sciences and an advanced degree in Public Health (M&E track)
• At least 5 years professional experience in planning, monitoring and evaluation of health programs
• Program development and project management experience would be an added advantage
• Field orientation and a team approach to program implementation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – a strong command of English language is necessary, with conversational ability in local dialects being desirable
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with staff at all levels
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with proficiency in biostatistics, a basic knowledge of epidemiology and a working knowledge of statistical software packages such as MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS and/or SAS and Epi-Info Windows

TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and CV to . PLEASE INDICATE IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR E-MAIL OR IN YOUR COVER LETTER THAT YOU ARE RESPONDING TO the SOUTH AFRICA M&E ADVISOR.
Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.
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TITLE: Director of Technical Areas and Clinical Systems
, ICAP-South Africa
LOCATION: South Africa
OVERALL JOB FUNCTION:
The International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs (ICAP) South Africa is seeking a Director
of Technical Areas and Clinical Systems to provide overall leadership and direction to the technical, capacity-building and health-system strengthening support activities to initiate or enhance adult and pediatric HIV care and treatment services throughout supported sites and districts in South Africa. Working closely with the Country Director, Director of Programs and Director of Finance and Administration, the incumbent will provide supportive supervision, mentorship and leadership to the ICAP-SA clinical team to provide site support for the implementation, improvement and expansion of HIV services at facilities receiving ICAP technical support. The incumbent will be responsible for the development and monitoring of technical and site workplans, support/supervise ICAP-SA clinical and clinical mentoring activities, and assure quality of technical assistance to sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Medical Degree, or other relevant advanced health-related degree.
• At least 5 years experience in providing HIV technical assistance and project management.
• Extensive clinical experience in HIV care and treatment (at least 5+ years).
• Extensive supervisory and project management experience (at least 3-5+ years) and skills.
• Experience in training, supervising and precepting other senior level clinical personnel.
• Experience in program planning, implementation and monitoring.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in collaboration with local government partners.
• Highly proficient in relevant computer applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Must be willing to travel 25-30% of the time throughout supported sites and facilities in South Africa.

TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and CV to . Please indicate you are applying for position # Director of Technical Areas – SA in the subject line of your e-mail.
Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.
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Finance Officer – P3

Opportunities – Employment

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Assisting in the maintenance of accurate finance/accounting records for the Secretariat and adherence to the existing Financial Rules and Regulations.

Only nationals of the following member states are eligible to apply:-

Democratic Republic of Congo

Egypt

Ethiopia

Libya

Madagascar

Mauritius

Seychelles

Applications MUST be sent through the Coordinating Ministries of the respective member States and should reach the Secretariat by 22nd January 2010.
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