Stellenbosch University

Business Management

Lecturer: Investment Management

(Ref. EBW05/208/0617)

Requirements:

• A relevant Masters’ degree in Investment Management;
• Completion of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification;
• Subject knowledge in at least three of the following areas: Equity analysis, fixed income securities, derivative instruments, portfolio theory, portfolio management, behavioural finance, investment ethics;
• Lecturing experience in Investment Management modules at undergraduate level.

Duties:

• Teaching of investment management modules at both undergraduate and post-graduate level;
• Post-graduate supervision up to Masters level;
• Participation in departmental, faculty and university activities;
• Self-initiated research.

Recommendations:

• The ability to teach in both Afrikaans and English at the undergraduate level;
• Practical industry experience in an investment-related environment;
• Academic management experience in a university environment.

Commencement of duties: 1 October 2017 or as soon as possible thereafter

Closing date: 17 July 2017

Enquiries regarding this post: Prof Christo Boshoff on 021 808 2735

Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753

Short-listed candidates invited for an interview will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture.

The University will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan, which acknowledges the need to diversify the demographic composition of the staff corps, especially with regard to the appointment of suitable candidates from the designated groups

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and e-mail address of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.

Apply online at www.sun.ac.za/english/careers

Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.

Should no feedback be received from the University within six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.

Posted on 27 Jun 14:40

Job description

Paper Plane Publications is a young and vibrant company, currently expanding its UK brand of publishing B2B magazines. Paper Plane Publications is seeking a new sales executive to join its 4 man team based in Cape Town’s CBD.  It’s looking to invest in the right candidate to grow within the brand. The ideal candidate should have some experience in a media sales environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the generating of sales, service current clients and key accounts and grow current sales database by regularly researching its sector, promoting its product to the green industry and consistently meeting with clients to pitch ideas.

Most importantly we are looking for a young candidate with panache, enthusiasm and someone who is willing to go the extra mile to get the job done.

Start date of this position will be immediate once interviewing rounds are complete.

Your duties and responsibilities   

• Submit weekly spreadsheets indicating sales made, prospects and new business
• Identify and generate new business opportunities ongoing to achieve predetermined sales targets
• Prepare and present sales proposals and presentations to new and existing clients to negotiate and close deals
• Create tailored solutions that meet the client’s short and long-term needs
• Build working relationships with clients and maintain a high level of client contact (telephonic and face to face) to ensure that their specific requirements are addressed, to monitor and grow existing business
• Provide professional and exceptional client service in all interactions with clients
• Closely monitor competitors and maintain client database
• Keep all administrative work updated
• Report on sales opportunities and achievements as required (weekly and monthly)
• Maintain a high level of relevant industry knowledge

Company Description

We are the proud publication house of trade industry magazine titles. Since launching our first issue of ‘Pro Landscaper Africa’ in 2015, we have quickly become a unique and vibrant forum, priding ourselves on doing business a little differently!

Through both print and digital forums, we provide an all-encompassing presence for niche clients. Our services are not only limited to print publishing but extend to branding, print or digital advertising campaigns and social media management

Requirements

• The knack of Selling
• A willingness to learn and work your way up the company’s ladder
• Knowledge proficiency in relevant software packages and applications (Microsoft Suite)
• Knowledge of sales strategies and concepts
• Good understanding of developing sales reports
• Reliable transport to get to and from Cape Town’s CBD

Posted on 27 Jun 12:17