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Senior Legal Advisor/Legal Advisor – Research Contracts (Cape Town)

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Remuneration: Market related 
Location: Cape Town, Stellenbosch
Job policy: Employment Equity position
Type: Permanent
Reference: #ANO/315/1019
Company: Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University

Division for Research Development: Research Contracts

Senior Legal Advisor/Legal Advisor: Research Contracts

(Ref. ANO/315/1019)

The Division for Research Development hosts the Research Contracts Office, where all research-related contracts are registered, reviewed, negotiated and signed. As Stellenbosch University prides itself as a research-intensive university, this office plays a critical role in the assurance that all legal risks related to research, are sufficiently mitigated and managed. Legal Advisors play a critical role ensuring that the complex regulatory framework is aligned with the diverse research-related policies and funder requirements. 

The position of a Legal Advisor OR a Senior Legal Advisor is available, depending on fulfilment of the requirements for the positions. 

Duties:

Legal advisor: research contracts

  • Performing risk analyses for research and research related contracts (i.e material transfer agreements, confidentiality agreements, collaboration agreements, research grants, consortium agreements, etc.) with research partners of SU. This will involve the identification of contractual- and project risks. An understanding and knowledge of, amongst others, the law of contract, ethical aspects, protection of personal information, conflict of interest, confidentiality, intellectual property, publication rights, indemnifications, liability, financial and reporting requirements, full economic costing and payment terms, will therefore be required;
  • Drafting research and research related contracts;
  • Negotiating and finalisation of research and research related contracts with research partners and clients;
  • Liaising with various support divisions within SU, as well as with researchers, faculty management and research partners/clients during the negotiation process;
  • Rendering legal advice and support to researchers and faculty management with the interpretation and explanation of contractual terms and conditions related to research contracts, as well as legal problems that may arise with the implementation of such contracts;
  • Checking contract budgets together with the researchers and Finance Division to ensure compliance with SU’s financial policy, taking into account the terms and conditions of the research partners/clients, where applicable;
  • Drafting opinions and accompanying advice regarding changes in legislation, treaties, regulations and court decisions that may influence the terms and conditions of contracts, particularly in the national and international research and innovation arena;
  • Assisting and furnishing input on the drafting of University policies relating to research contract management;
  • Rendering assistance to the Director: Research Contracts to expand and improve service delivery to the research community;
  • Research contract administration. 

Senior legal advisor: research contracts

All duties above, as set out under Legal Advisor.

  • Additional to the duties of Legal Advisor:
  • Lead negotiator of high-risk contracts and negotiations, as well as complex Intellectual Property contracts and Framework Agreements;
  • Representative on forums where national legislative and regulatory aspects are discussed and input is required;
  • Involved as advisor on research integrity matters, as well as conflict of interest matters arising from research-related contracts;
  • Allocation of new contracts to the Research Contracts Office’s legal advisors;
  • Providing training and guidance to the Research Contracts Office’s legal advisors;
  • Rendering legal advice and support to Senior and Top management.

Requirements:

Legal Advisor: Research Contracts

  • Legal qualification with completed clerkship at a firm of attorneys, with at least five years’ relevant experience;
  • Sound knowledge of law of contract, good judgement and the ability to negotiate complex contractual terms and requirements;
  • Knowledge of contract administration and intellectual property;
  • The ability to effectively work in a high pressure and fast-moving environment, with a high premium on client-focused support;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Afrikaans and English;
  • Excellent negotiation- and interpersonal skills. 

Senior Legal Advisor: Research Contracts

All job requirements above, as set out under Legal Advisor.

Additional to job requirements of Legal Advisor:

  • Legal qualification with completed articles at a firm of attorneys, with at least eight years’ post–articles experience, of which at least two years’ are related to Intellectual Property matters

Recommendations:

  • Knowledge of contract research, research policies and financial matters applicable in an academic environment;
  • Previous working experience in an academic environment;
  • Financial and or business knowledge/qualification. 

Commencement of duties: 1 April 2020

Closing date: 22 November 2019

Enquiries regarding this post: Ms. Cornelia Malherbe on 021 808 3546, or at

az.ca.nus@2mdvc

.

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

The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the EE plan for the specific environment as well as Stellenbosch University’s institutional EE Plan. 

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.

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

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

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

Posted on 07 Nov 14:59

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Health24.com | Get to know your CBD: 6 things to bear in mind to avoid buying a toxic or illegal product

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Cannabidiol (CBD), a compound derived from dagga, has taken off in South Africa since its legalisation in May this year with, among others, pharmaceutical stores Clicks and Dis-Chem rolling out the oil. (Prices start at R295, Business Insider reported last month.)

But for most people, the concept is still new, and what you don’t know can hurt you. When it comes to CBD oils, there are many to choose from, including low quality ones. And very importantly, you need to ascertain whether what you’re buying is legal. 

Buying legal CBD

In a media statement by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) and the South African Police Service (SAPS), the following warrants special attention:

12-month exclusion notice

According to the statement, products with low concentrations of CBD and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) – the psychoactive substance that gives one a “high” – are legal, based on the 12-month exclusion notice published by the health minister in May this year.

This means that CBD-containing preparations for medicinal use are allowed to be sold when they contain a maximum daily dose of 20 mg of CBD with an accepted low-risk claim or health claims, and don’t refer to any specific disease. 

The products cannot contain more than 0,1 % of THC when in a form that is not suitable for ingestion, smoking or inhaling purposes. CBD-containing processed products are legal when the naturally occurring quantities of CBD and THC contained in the product do not exceed 0,0075 % and 0,001 % of CBD and THC respectively.

Any CBD-containing products that are outside the parameters of the exclusion notice are subject to the provisions of the Schedules and registration as a medicine.

Marketing of illegal products

Although the sale of CBD oils has been legalised, there are hundreds of products being sold to the public, and SAPS warns that the establishment of illegal dispensaries/outlets, online sites and social media platforms which are marketing and selling cannabis and cannabis-related products to the public remain illegal, as these are in contravention of the act and the exclusion notice.

How does one identify legal CBD?

Momeena Omarjee from SAHPRA told VOC:

“In terms of the exclusion notice, the CBD-containing preparations, or medicines, are allowed a maximum daily dose of 20mg per day, and it can make a general health awareness claim.

“As soon as someone is making a medicinal or therapeutic claim to treat or cure a specific disease or symptoms, those need to be registered with SAHPRA, so stay away from products making therapeutic claims that aren’t registered with SAHPRA.” 

The statement also points out that SAPS is mandated to and will act, not only against businesses that sell cannabis illegally, but also against the customers who buy these products. 

When assessing the quality, or looking to buy the best quality CBD Hemp Oil, Dr Alison Richardson, neurologist and spokesperson for Oil Science – a company that specialises in the supply of premium CBD products – also cautions that knowing your source is key, and that you should remember the following:

There are different types of CBD out there

Since CBD was removed from South Africa’s list of highly-controlled drugs, there has been an influx of retailers stocking various CBD products. However, CBD oil comes in varying degrees of strength and quality.

Although you can find a lot of variations cheaply, they’ll be of lower quality and won’t really offer therapeutic benefits, which is essentially what you’re looking for. Ensure that the product you’re buying is cultivated naturally, contains no THC and is 100% organic and certified.

There are also two types of CBD oil that vary in colour:

Raw: the oil is black or dark green in appearance since it has been extracted from raw hemp material, with no further purification process implemented. This type will contain plant matter, and varying amounts of THC and chlorophyll.

Filtered: the oil is a light golden or amber colour because it has undergone decarboxylation and a filtering process where parts of the plant that were left over from the initial extraction process are removed.

Know your hemp from marijuana

Since hemp and cannabis come from the same plant, many people still confuse hemp with its narcotic cousin. But hemp contains higher levels of CBD and lower levels of the psychoactive element THC (that makes you “high”) than marijuana.

Check the label

Consumers need to look out for certified products and companies that are transparent about what goes into their products. Reputable CBD retailers use and publish Certificates of Analysis (COA) that will tell you the quality of the CBD source and list important information such as its potency and solvent levels.

The certification ensures that, through analysis, the natural integrity of the products is maintained. Check the labels and read the instructions carefully, as the dosages can have different strengths.

If the product doesn’t contain a COA, give them a miss, as you could end up buying a product that’s fraudulent or even toxic.

If you’ve noticed unregistered CBD items, SAHPRA and SAPS urge the public to make them aware of the products that contravene the act (and are illegal). 

You can download the MySAPS App on any iPhone or android to have easy access to the police. You can also provide any information relating to the sale of cannabis to the SAPS through the SAPS Crime Stop number 086 00 10111. Callers may remain anonymous and all information will be treated in the strictest confidence. 

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Executive Assistant Required

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RESPONSIBILITIES • Full EA Support at Managing level • Extensive diary management including booking travel. • MS Office skills: advanced skills across Word and Excel • Managing sensitive and/or critical information and/or access. • Processing and managing expenses on behalf of the Management. • Reimbursements and salaries • Bookkeeping for the accounting offices • General duties as required. SKILLS / EXPERIENCE • Self-motivated, articulate and resourceful • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Send your CV to: justin@nexdirect.co.za

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This is a full time role – Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm. Your responsibilities will include:
• Managing a demanding diary & making appointments.
• Arranging travel, accommodation • Managing expenses and monthly reconciliations
• Covering a personal property portfolio
• Personal Administration.
• Screening phone calls and requests
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• Dealing with French & Spanish clients. The ideal candidate MUST be able to handle a very high workload, have strong numerate skills, be extremely proactive & creative, require minimal supervision and have a friendly, personable approach. Email your CV to: danny@oracleconsult.co.za

BI Analyst / Developer – Head Office (Cape Town CBD)

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Cape Union Mart

Cape Union Mart International (Pty) Ltd has been equipping South African adventurers since 1933, and is South Africa’s favourite outdoor adventure store. Stocking everything one needs for outdoor pursuits – including hiking, camping, trail running, mountain biking, snow sports, travel and more – Cape Union Mart is an essential first step in every adventure. Cape Union Mart has stores across South Africa, and in Namibia and Botswana.

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Receptionist (Maternity Cover) – Head Office (Cape Town CBD)

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Location: Cape Town CBD
Job level: Junior
Type: Contract
Reference: #CUMG-3236
Company: Cape Union Mart

Job description

An opportunity has become available at our Head Office in Cape Town for a dynamic, well-spoken and self-driven Receptionist who is passionate about providing awesome customer experiences. The duration of the contract will be approximately 5 months for the purposes of maternity cover.

Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated and enthusiastic about performance and will have the high energy levels required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reception and switchboard duties including but not limited to:

  • Meet and greet clients and team members in a professional manner
  • Promptly answer telephone calls and redirect as appropriate, recording and relaying accurate messages as required
  • Monitoring the reception and client areas to ensure that they are kept tidy
  • Assisting with ensuring that guests receive refreshments
  • Ensuring the reception area is attended to at all times
  • Ensuring guests are directed to the correct meeting rooms

Administration duties such as:

  • Booking and coordinating meeting room bookings
  • Arrange courier deliveries on request and maintain appropriate records
  • Ensure prompt collection of packages and deliveries from Reception
  • Obtain invoices from suppliers for monthly Staff Event
  • Train temp receptionist when required
  • Compile monthly Birthday and Long-service communication to the business
  • Compile and communicate employment of new starters to the business

Provide general assistance to team leader and team members

Requirements

Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications Required

  • Minimum 2 years prior experience in a receptionist or similar role
  • Previous experience in a clothing retail environment is advantageous
  • Matric (essential) with a relevant administration qualification (advantageous)
  • A valid driver’s license is advantageous
  • Microsoft Office proficiency – Intermediate level is preferable
  • Proficiency in English

 

Competencies Required

  • Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to establish rapport with all stakeholders and customers
  • Able to handle conflict and challenging pressures
  • Proven administrative, planning and organizational skills
  • Professional appearance
  • Proactive, accurate and detail-orientated
  • Highly motivated with a positive can-do attitude
  • Ability to show initiative and solution focused
  • Resilient & tenacious in a fast-paced & ever-changing environment
  • Ability to prioritize and manage your time
  • Maintain high levels of confidentiality
  • Committed, self-motivated, driven and trustworthy

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Cape Union Mart International (Pty) Ltd has been equipping South African adventurers since 1933, and is South Africa’s favourite outdoor adventure store. Stocking everything one needs for outdoor pursuits – including hiking, camping, trail running, mountain biking, snow sports, travel and more – Cape Union Mart is an essential first step in every adventure. Cape Union Mart has stores across South Africa, and in Namibia and Botswana.

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Business Developer (Johannesburg)

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Remuneration: R620000 – R660000 per year Cost to company 
Location: Johannesburg, Sandton
Education level: Honours
Job level: Senior
Type: Two years
Reference: #E91025
Company: UCT Graduate School of Business

Job description

The GSB provides leadership and management development executive training programmes (customised and open; in-person and digital) to corporates and individuals across Africa and the world. In supporting the GSB vision and mission, our Business Development Unit (BDU) is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified person to the position of business developer that will be based in Gauteng. This position will be responsible for significant revenue and client growth activities through strategic planning, key account management, instructional design /development and sustainable relationship management.

The main purpose of this position is to develop long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships with learning and development / HR partners within corporates and deliver a competitive advantage to the UCT GSB. The role requires the successful candidate to significantly increase revenue and market share for the GSB through relationship management, instructional design and sales of customized Executive Education programmes and related products.

Reporting to the Johannesburg Business Development Manager, the Business Developer will be responsible for:

  • Serving as an ambassador of the GSB to the broader corporate learning and development markets
  • Developing and implementing an integrated business development and sales strategy
  • Translate client needs into programme design based on sound theoretical concepts and instructional design principles
  • Gathering, interpreting and disseminating market intelligence that enables informed decision-making
  • Revenue growth and sustainability from new and existing channels/clients/market segments
  • Developing and persuasively delivering winning proposals
  • Expand the GSB footprint into Africa, bring it closer to its clients and stakeholders throughout the continent and beyond
  • Collaborating closely with colleagues in the BDU, Executive Education and the greater GSB and UCT academic communities
  • Preparation, monitoring and managing of the programme budgets/costings

Company Description

The UCT Graduate School of Business is a globally recognised institution. As an authority in business and leadership education in Africa we provide aspiring leaders with relevant knowledge, skills and competencies to lead change in Africa and internationally. We are one of just three African business schools to have triple-crown accreditation with highly ranked Executive Education offerings.

Requirements

For this position we seek to attract a highly competent and experienced person to the Business Development Unit. The successful candidate will be a skilled communicator, service-orientated and able to work independently to identify opportunities to develop mutually-beneficial relationships with all stakeholders.

  • A relevant post-graduate (i.e. honours level) tertiary qualification in professional development/adult learning or equivalent (an appropriate Masters level qualification will be advantageous).
  • At least three to five years’ experience in course design and facilitation that includes proposal writing, responding to Tenders / RFP’s.
  • Proven experience in engagement and successfully fostering relationships with private/public sector leading to new business/revenue.
  • The ability to work across different business disciplines and sectors to establish credibility with senior executives, faculty and participants.
  • Possess an understanding of challenges faced at executive levels of an organization as well as strong business acumen.
  • Strong people skills, cross-cultural sensitivity and an ability to respond quickly to changing situations.
  • Understanding of professional development/learning principles and the ability to translate these into coherent course design in response to client needs.
  • Exposure to and a keen understanding of the role of online learning to support and enhance programme impact and experience for adult learners.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, proposal writing and project management skills.
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills supported by an in-depth understanding of customer relationship management.
  • Highly motivated self-starter with an ability to identify new business opportunities with a strong follow-through to close business deals.
  • Proven ability to be creative, entrepreneurial & innovative in work role.
  • Ability to organise and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritisation to meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility and initiative, as well as the ability to work independently, combined with the skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve the Business Development unit and GSB goals.
  • Proven ability to establish and leverage networks for organizational benefit.
  • Must be willing to travel locally, nationally and internationally and work evenings and weekends as required.

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Information notice on the official gold and foreign exchange reserves of the South African Reserve Bank as at 31 October 2019

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Publish Date: 2019-11-07
Category: Information Notice
Author: Financial Markets
This notice provides detail of the US dollar equivalent of the level of the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) official gold and foreign exchange reserves, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and foreign currency deposits received from customers published today in the SARB’s Statement of Assets and Liabilities as at 31 October 2019.

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