NETWORK SECURITY ENGINEER (CAPE TOWN) in Western Cape | Other IT/Computer | Job Mail | 4732718
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Minimum of 5 years networks security support experience
Must have experience in the areas of vulnerability threat management, cyber security, and supporting management tools and technologies such as Cisco ASA, Intrusion Prevention, FirePOWER- and FireSIGHT Manager, Qualys and Splunk.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to seek out vulnerabilities in IT infrastructures
A deep understanding of how hackers work and ability to keep up to date with the fast pace of change in the criminal cyber-underworld
Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of IT systems
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to take responsibility and be decisive
Ability to work within a small team
Effective planning and organizational skills
Ability to work under pressure
Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
A senior member of the Covid-19 Ministerial Advisory Committee (MAC) has accused the country’s health leadership of refusing to change its mass testing strategy in the face of serious resource constraints and a large testing backlog, even though scientists have repeatedly advised that an urgent rethink is needed.
Professor Francois Venter, head of the Ezintsha health unit at the University of the Witwatersrand and a member of the MAC, says he and other scientists cannot fathom why health authorities are sticking to a testing strategy which is not producing the necessary results.
Until now, the Covid-19 strategy – defended by Health Minister Zweli Mkhize in an interview on Friday – involves testing patients referred from a mass screening programme, which has seen more than 180 000 people referred for Covid-19 tests so far. According to Mkhize, this has enabled the department to identify hotspots which would now be targeted with more resources, including priority testing.
But Venter and others have for weeks argued that, due to severe resource constraints, leading to low turnaround times from sample collection to results, tests should be reserved for hospitalised patients and healthcare workers.
South Africa’s Covid-19 capital, the Western Cape, showed President Cyril Ramaphosa this month that obesity was one of the most prevalent comorbidities in its hundreds of deaths. Only diabetes, hypertension and HIV were more regularly cited as co-killers.
But obesity may be as dangerous as a pre-condition, because it is not only a risk in and of itself, but also a potential cause of diabetes and hypertension.
The Western Cape’s Department of Health told Ramaphosa that available data thus far showed that 65% of deaths were a result of two or more comorbidities. And a study of global reports suggests obesity is regularly among them.
An insider at one major hospital said the vast majority of Covid-19 patients they have admitted to their intensive care unit, were obese – “and this often goes hand in hand with diabetes”.
The Royal Agricultural showground in Pietermaritzburg has undergone a transformation and has now been launched as a Covid-19 field hospital.
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala officially handed over the field hospital to the province’s health department on Sunday.
“This field hospital is giving us 254 isolation beds, which will service uMgungundlovu, Harry Gwala and uThukela districts. Another field hospital, the Durban Exhibition Centre, is being constructed on our behalf by the national Department of Health,” the premier said.
The premier said, over the past few months, KwaZulu-Natal had created 7 111 beds in the province through extensive renovation and repurposing of hospitals as well as the establishment of field hospitals.
The Ministry of Health says the motorbikes provided for health workers in the Eastern Cape are not meant to replace ambulances but are designed to bring healthcare closer to the people.
According to the health ministry, after it received backlash from the public and media queries, it had to clarify why the motorbikes were needed.
“One of the complaints that the Eastern Cape Department of Health has received from rural communities is that because of a lack of road infrastructure, especially in rural areas, ambulances do not reach people who are sick, especially the elderly,” said health ministry spokesperson Dr Lwazi Manzi.
“The members of the community end up having to put an individual in a wheelbarrow or walking a long distance whilst carrying a patient until they reach a road where the ambulance can go.”
A 70-year-old American man who nearly died of Covid-19 has been billed a heart-stopping $1.1 million (about R18 730 877 in today’s exchange rate) for his hospital expenses, media in the US has reported.
Michael Flor was admitted to a hospital in the northwestern city on 4 March, and stayed for 62 days – at one point coming so close to death that nurses held up the phone so his wife and children could say goodbye.
But he recovered and was discharged on 5 May to the cheers of nursing staff – only to receive a 181-page bill totalling $1 122 501.04, he told the newspaper.
That includes: $9 736 per day for the intensive care room, nearly $409 000 for its transformation into a sterile room for 42 days, $82 000 for the use of a ventilator for 29 days, and nearly $100 000 for two days when his prognosis was life-threatening.
Flor is covered by Medicare, a government insurance program for the elderly, and should not have to take out his wallet, according to the Times.
A district in Beijing said it was in “wartime emergency mode” after a cluster of novel coronavirus cases emerged at a major wholesale market.
The discovery came after a man who had visited the Xinfadi market in the southwest district of Fengtai on June 3, tested positive for the coronavirus on Thursday, according to Beijing’s Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Chu Junwei, a Fengtai district official, said the area was in “wartime emergency mode” at a press briefing on Saturday. The district locked down 11 neighborhoods close to the market, which is the biggest meat and vegetable market in the capital city.
It prompted Beijing authorities to test and swab 1,940 workers in major supermarkets and other food markets in the Chinese capital.
Being overweight, and obesity, are major risk factors for several chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, cancer, stroke and heart diseases, and, more recently, severe Covid-19. In a paper published in the BMJ journal this week, researchers at the Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) argued that the food industry shares the blame, not just for the obesity pandemic, but also for the severity of Covid-19 disease and its devastating consequences.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975, and 2016 statistics show that more than 1.9 billion adults, aged 18 and older, were overweight, and 650 million of this total were obese. Locally, 2016 statistics show that obesity rates in South Africa are also increasing rapidly, with almost 70% of women and 40% of men either overweight or obese, according to the Department of Health’s website.
The problem is also not limited to high-income countries anymore. Low- and middle-income countries are also seeing a dramatic rise in overweight and obesity cases, especially in urban areas. The causes of obesity are complex, but one of the key drivers is in the way we eat, something that has changed dramatically over the last 50 years.
As a result of changes in our environment, unhealthy, processed food has become more readily available (and affordable), and opportunities for physical activity are lacking. In their paper, the three researchers argue that the high number of obesity cases worldwide is the result of living in food environments that make it difficult not to overconsume calories, and mention the global food industry’s role in this.
• Maintain physical distancing – stay at least one metre away from somebody who is coughing or sneezing
• Practise frequent hand-washing, especially after direct contact with ill people or their environment
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, as your hands touch many surfaces and could potentially transfer the virus
• Practise respiratory hygiene – cover your mouth with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Remember to dispose the tissue immediately after use.
Our client is looking for a Sales Representative with 3 to 5 years proven sales experience to sell their Operating Theatre Consumables (Re-usable & Single-use drapes and gowns, Procedure Packs, Medical Textiles, and Surgical Instruments & Trays) in the Port Elizabeth area. Prior experience in ‘Nurse Training’ or training staff in the theatre environment will be advantageous.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Nursing Qualification
Bachelor of Science Degree or Business-Related Degree
Previous Experience in Medical Device Sales
South African ID
Driver’s License and Own Vehicle
Clinical experience as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse in Theatre (Advantageous)
EXPERIENCE
3 – 5 years’ experience in Surgical/Medical Device Sales
Knowledge of CSSD procedures
Valid Driver’s license and own vehicle.
CRICE Training (Advantageous)
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for establishing sales objectives and devising sales activities that support these objectives across all relevant business units in the company. To drive sales activities by developing and maintaining demand for the range of products and services to designated accounts, in accordance with agreed business plans
KEY JOB FUNCTIONS
SALES AND MARKETING
Report on competitor behaviour, threats and opportunities for the business.
Create, develop and implement sales strategies
Plan, organize and manage all sales activities
Identify, analyse and implement new methods and techniques to determine sales growth
Analyse the company’s sales policies and recommend proper improvements and changes
Establish and implement sales objectives and goals
Assist and support sales colleagues as well as production team whilst performing daily sales activities
Analyse, interpret and evaluate the effectiveness of sales, methods, costs and results
Participate in marketing events such as seminars, congresses and appropriate medical societies
Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers to drive new business development, on relevant products
Analyse markets in order to identify new sales and business opportunities
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE
Provide customers with product and service information relating to Re-Usable & Single-use drapes and gowns, procedure packs, medical textiles, and surgical instruments
TRAINING
Training of both staff and clients on the relevant products
Support and co-ordinate product training programs for designated products as required
SALES REPORTING
Supply management with reports on customer’s needs, problems, interests, competitive activities and potential for new products and services
Track sales data pertaining to area and manage inconsistencies.
Monthly Sales Reporting
Management of sales stock
Continuously monitor stock levels at existing clients to ensure that correct stock levels are adhered to.
Assist with the identification and management of ageing stock at clients to ensure prompt return of aged packs to our production facility for re processing.
Stock-take responsibilities on site at clients as and when required.
MANAGEMENT OF SALES STOCK
Continuously monitor stock levels at existing clients to ensure that correct stock levels are adhered to. Assist with the identification and management of ageing stock at clients to ensure prompt return of aged packs to our production facility for re processing. Stock-take responsibilities on site at clients as and when required
COMPETENCY PROFILE
Computer Proficiency
Sales
Work independently
Interpersonal Skills
Product Knowledge
Professional outlook and appearance
Good communication
Hospital and Theatre environment understanding
Customer Service skills
Negotiating and listening skills
Ability to problem solve
Basic mathematical skills
Successful candidate will report to the National Sales Manager.
Renowned coach and tennis analyst Brad Gilbert believes former world No 1 Roger Federer will struggle to get his mojo back after the coronavirus-enforced break from professional tennis.
Unseeded, struggling to get his “mojo back” and the fact that he will be 39-years-old are just some of the things that “could mean trouble” for Roger Federer when he returns to tennis next year, according to
Federer announced last week that he is to miss the remainder of the 2020 season after suffering a setback following knee surgery.
The 17-time Grand Slam winner, who last played competitive tennis at the Australian Open, underwent an operation on his right knee in February and was hopeful of making a return in mid-June. However, he has had “an additional quick arthroscopic procedure”.
Federer confirmed that he is determined to make a comeback in 2021, but Gilbert admits the odds are stacked against him competing at the highest level again.
“I’m not going to write him off, but this is concerning,” analyst Brad Gilbert told ESPN. “Thirty-nine ain’t what it used to be, that’s for sure. But if tennis gets going again, he’ll probably be unseeded for the Australian Open in ’21 because he played so little early this year. And that could mean trouble.”
He continued: “We are in uncharted territory, the way guys are training and taking care of themselves.
“Sure, Ken Rosewall and Jimmy Connors [both played in majors after turning 39], but today’s game is more physical, and the players are tougher.”
Federer, who will turn 39 in August, is likely to struggle to find his rhythm immediately, warms Gilbert.
“When you take that much time,” he said, “even at 25, 26, it can take six months to get your mojo back. It’s not like you can take your time at 39, especially if you’re not protected by seeding.”
Opportunity to join Senior Executive team in a Leading Online Financial Credit Company involved in Marketing, Operations and People Management. Your strong Financial, Information Technology and Data Analytics will add value to the Executive team and innovative growing concern.
REQUIREMENTS
Senior online environment Credit experience – aprox 10 years expe
Combined skills of managing people, customer service, operations and marketing – all rounder hands on work management skill set
Strong financial acumen
Ability to manage people in different locations, understanding their requirements and ability to manage accordingly
A strength in finance, statistics and calculations
Experience working alongside the IT team
DUTIES
Manage Online Credit product development and business improvement plans
Managing a team and understanding their requirements in order to make operational targets
A member of the executive team assisting with the company strategy
Budgeting and cashflow management
Manage and support the operations of the team solving credit online applications of early and late stage collections
Implementing pipeline product changes and operational innovations
Identifying new opportunities and mprove client acquisition prospects
Enhance the marketing plan and oversee the rollout of this plan
Oversee training processes and monitor and manage the performance of the team
Oversee and improve Fraud detection
Improve the service of team locally and at the offices based in Africa
Brand Specialist in Kwazulu-Natal | Other Professions | Job Mail | 4729556
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Brand Specialists are tasked with the success of brands or products. They plan, develop and direct marketing efforts to increase the value and performance of a specific brand, service or product. A Brand Specialist must focus on developing a brandâs profit and loss performance, image and positioning compared to competitors.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant major.
Marketing experience.
Must have a good understanding of their audience and customers and have strong creative, analytical and organization skills.
Must have a good handle on consumer and market insights, including the ability to analyse market data, and will be tasked with conducting consumer research.
Close collaboration with Marketing, Advertising and Media departments.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out market research in order to keep up to date with customer trends, as well as trying to predict future trends.
Must be able to work with external research agency from brief to conclusion stage.
Develop strategies and manage marketing campaigns across print, outdoor, radio and online platforms to ensure that products and services meet customers’ expectations and to build the credibility of brands.
Analyse the success of marketing campaigns and producing detailed reports.
Supervise advertising, product design and other forms of marketing to maintain consistency in branding.
Meet with clients and work with colleagues across multiple departments (such as Marketing Assistants, Facilities team, Academics, Marketing Managers, Directors and CFO’s).
Manage budgets and a team of Junior Assistants.
Organise events such as product launches, exhibitions and photo shoots.
Key Skills:
Analytical skills and attention to detail.
An understanding of trends and the ability to respond to customer needs.
Creativity and an ability to produce innovative and original ideas.
Team working skills.
Ability to manage and allocate budgets.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with and an understanding of market research.
Time and project management skills, including the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to think strategically and develop appropriate campaigns.
Premier David Makhura says that the Covid-19 is gaining momentum in Gauteng as the data from a growing infection rate shows.
There is increase in the number of active cases in Gauteng. There are 47% recoveries, 52% active cases last week. Now there are 62% active cases.
The premier linked most of the new cases to an increase in mining activity.
In the hotspots in the West Rand there are new cases coming up, linked to mining activity, says Makhura
He said that interventions work and the government has been actively tracing contacts of new cases.
On schools, 56 have had positive cases and WHO protocols have been enacted to ensure that the institutions can open again as soon as possible.
Makhura though, expressed concerns about the continued vandalism at schools, highlighting that more than 400 people have been arrested.
At least 85% of the staff and pupils have returned to school and the province is preparing for the other grades.
Health MEC Bandile Masuku highlighted the impact of alcohol-related injuries on the health system, but stopped short of calling for a ban in the province.
Makhura said that a decision will be made in the next few days.
The Ministry of Health has announced the latest Covid-19 stats.
Binnur Ege Gurun Kocak/Anadolu Agency via Getty Im
There are 65 736 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in South Africa as of 13 June.
69 new Covid-19 related deaths were reported on Saturday evening, bringing the death toll to 1 423.
Both Gauteng and the Eastern Cape edged closer to the 10 000 mark for confirmed cases of the virus.
The Eastern Cape and Gauteng are edging towards 10 000 cases of Covid-19, as the number of confirmed cases across the country increased to 65 736 to date.
According to a statement by Health Minister Zweli Mkhize on Saturday, 3 809 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
As of 13 June, Gauteng has 9 897 confirmed cases of Covid-19, while the Eastern Cape has 9 250 cases.
A total of 1 087 887 Covid-19 tests have been performed to date, with 27 462 conducted since Friday.
Of the more than one million tests performed to date, 51% were done in public laboratories, while 49% were in the private sector.
Cases by province:
Western Cape: 40 605
Gauteng: 9 897
Eastern Cape: 9 250
KwaZulu-Natal: 3 763
North West: 977
Free State: 457
Limpopo: 309
Mpumalanga: 271
Northern Cape: 144
Unknown: 63
Covid-19 related deaths
The minister reported a further 69 Covid-19 related deaths on Saturday evening, bringing the death toll to 1 423, which translated to a mortality rate of 2.2%.
Of the new recorded deaths, 36 were from the Western Cape, 24 from Gauteng, and nine from the Eastern Cape.
A total 387 (27.2%) of the deceased were between the ages of 60 and 69, 346 (24.3%) were between 50 and 59, 249 (17.5%) were between 70 and 79, and 179 (12.6%) were between 40 and 49.
“We extend our condolences to the loved ones of the departed and thank the healthcare workers who treated the deceased,” Mkhize said.
Recoveries have also increased, with 36 850 recorded to date.
