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Lecturer/Researcher | Production Course (Durban)

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Location: Durban
Type: Permanent
Company: AFDA

Job description

Job Position :             LECTURER / RESEARCHER | PRODUCTION COURSE

 

Reporting to:             Head of Production Course

 

Employment Type

Fixed Term

Salary

Based on experience

Location

AFDA Durban campus

Industry

Private Higher Education

 

Background:

AFDA (The School for the Creative Economy) is the leading school of its kind in South Africa, offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Motion Picture Medium, Live Performance and Business Innovation and Technology. AFDA is a full member of CILECT, the association of the world’s major film and television schools. The AFDA values are passion, self discipline, integrity, reliability and humility.

AFDA is inviting applications for the position of Production Course Lecturer / Researcher.

 

As the Production Course Lecturer / Researcher, AFDA is looking for a committed and dedicated professional academic and administrator with creative arts experience to lecture and provide support to undergraduate students in their Production Course modules.

The position requires someone with drive, good communication skills, exceptionally high work ethic, initiative, strong academic skills and outstanding administrative skills who is able to motivate and guide students into the world of theory and application across all the Discipline schools within the undergraduate class.

The candidate needs to demonstrate a willingness to embrace AFDA’s unique pedagogy which is the basis of the interdisciplinary teaching at AFDA. There is also a strong emphasis on cultural relevance within the teaching, and the need to help the students identify and develop a distinctive African voice to their productions. In this way we hope to be able to contribute to nation building and build the foundations for a sustainable local creative entertainment industry.

 

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Lecturing 1st, 2nd and 3rd year BA Motion Picture Medium and BA Live Performance degree students on Production Course modules: Narrative, Performance, Medium, Aesthetics & Control
  • Administration of group feedback sessions: Concept Pitches, Final Pre-Production Presentations, & Final Review
  • Assessment of written and practical work across the undergraduate school
  • Management of the online learning and communications platform – my.afda – for Production Course
  • Conducting student consultations and reflective meetings
  • Preparing content and lesson plans for each term
  • Providing administrative support to the Head of the Production Course department
  • Creating and managing attendance registers, class management and tutorial administration
  • Sourcing of external examiners and ad hoc lecturers
  • Timetable planning
  • Exam scheduling
  • Research and development / enhancement of the curriculum
  • Participate in Quality Assurance and Quality Enhancement practices

Selection Criteria:

  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Honours)
  • Experience in tertiary education
  • Industry and / or knowledge of the Film / Television and / or Performance industries

Competencies:

  1. Exceptionally strong administrative skills
  2. Computer literate
  3. Highly developed organisational skills
  4. Initiative
  5. Maturity to handle a range of situations
  6. A meticulous and thorough nature
  7. An ability to work to tight deadlines
  8.  Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  9. Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality
  10. Honest and trustworthy – committed to high integrity of excellence
  11. Culturally aware and sensitive
  12. Willingness to support student development

 

Application Procedure:

Closing date: 5 January 2019.

Applications must be submitted by email to

az.oc.adfa@selahkim

by the closing date. Applicants wishing to apply for this position are required to submit:

  1. A letter of application and motivation, concisely detailing his/her suitability for the position.
  2. A comprehensive and up to date curriculum vitae.

All applications will be treated as highly confidential. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.

Requirements

  1. Exceptionally strong administrative skills
  2. Computer literate
  3. Highly developed organisational skills
  4. Initiative
  5. Maturity to handle a range of situations
  6. A meticulous and thorough nature
  7. An ability to work to tight deadlines
  8.  Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  9. Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality
  10. Honest and trustworthy – committed to high integrity of excellence
  11. Culturally aware and sensitive
  12. Willingness to support student development

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Senior Account Director (Durban)

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Oliver South Africa is looking for a highly skilled Senior Account Director for a contract opportunity based in Durban. This is an integrated role, involving the ownership, management, planning, delivery and oversight across an eCommerce project specific to digital and artwork design, creative and production.


Employment type: 10 month fixed term contract.
Start date: 1st January 2020
Location: Durban (North Suburbs)

Experience in producing engaging creative content and digital advertising across eCommerce platforms is a must. As well as having experience working for FMCG clients producing both local and global content.

You should be a strong strategic thinker, with agency experience. You will be working closely with the client as a lead partner, steering the development of their brands needs and building relationships with Brand teams and the eComm team in JHB.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Management and Facilitation of project set up + reporting

  • Managing and documenting the triage process for the project.
  • Decision maker of how work is funnelled through the Studio and offshore agency.
  • Leading and partnering with 2 x Project Managers and 2 x Copy Writers.
  • Manage and advise on Kick off meetings for deliverables.
  • Collaborating with PM’s to create weekly reports on team utilization and status of department for client and OLIVER.
  • Managing daily / weekly WIP meetings with the on-site team.
  • Managing key brands when required.
  • Managing brand partner agencies, setting expectations of what is required from them for this project and ensuring a good working relationship.
  • Responsible for the financial process of the project, ensure billing is done on time and tracked.

Workflow and Resourcing

  • Managing workflow for the project team assigned for the project.
  • Working with Creative & Design Director to build / review the studio team structure and skill requirements.
  • Managing resource utilization and liaising with Hub teams for peaks in volume of work / utilizing skillsets not available onsite.
  • Ensure that the onsite team have all required resources and equipment.
  • Responsible for onboarding any new team members.
  • Ensuring all team members (including on-site, near-site and offshore) adhere to the client’s processes and guidelines.
  • Weekly tracking of the project, ensuring we hit deadlines and raise concerns to the Business Director early with possible solutions.

Requirements

 

  • Excellent client engagement skills with the ability and confidence to liaise with Senior Client Stakeholders.
  • Experience working with offshore 3rd parties and implications of this. E.g. financially and operationally.
  • The ability to manage and filter workflow as well as organise and prioritise workloads to maximise productivity.
  • Considered, assertive and influential; ability to lead, with the skills and aptitude to develop and motivate a team.
  • Able to think on your feet and make decisions; someone who finds solutions rather than simply reports problems.
  • Proactive and adaptable, able to effectively work under pressure.
  • Experience in working as part of a team to deliver high quality work that is on time and within budget.
  • Experience in prioritizing and effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Highly adaptable to new procedures & systems, and ensuring that these systems are adhered to.
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion to make sure quality control procedures are adhered to.

Applications close: 20th December 2019

To apply click on “Apply now”, or email your updated CV to

labolg.eromsierom@tnemtiurcer

.

About us

Oliver, part of the global Inside Ideas Group (Oliver, AdjustYourSet, DARE, etc.), is a rapidly expanding creative services agency with a twist – we provide our clients with bespoke dedicated agencies that operate from within their offices. It’s a dynamic fast paced solutions focused start up environment – that brings client and agency closer together to create more creative and effective work.

www.oliver.agency

https://www.linkedin.com/company/18178061/

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Digital Project Manager (Durban)

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Oliver South Africa seeks a Digital Project Manager for an exciting contract opportunity, to be based at our client site in the North suburbs of Durban.

Experience level: 3 – 5 years.
Employment type: 12 month fixed term contract
Start date: March 2020
Location: Durban North (onsite)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing digital projects across different sized accounts; from initial brief to final delivery. Collaborating with the on and off-site teams to deliver – development across a range of deliverables within Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) websites.
  • Manage the post launch process on scoped brands within AEM, as well as supporting the project management of master site builds, migrations and localisations of global websites.
  • Strive to follow and implement the best practice production process within OLIVER and with clients.
  • Plan and schedule projects efficiently therefore ensuring the optimum use of company resources, both near and off-shore.
  • Communicate project status both internally and externally according to agreed account process.
  • Produce estimates and timelines and measure progress of projects against those throughout the workflow.
  • Be financially conscientious when managing the delivery of a project ensuring all relevant parties are aware of financial implications of delays, additional amends and re-briefs.
  • Be able to verify the qualitative and quantitative output of a project against the project objectives. This will be measured against a pre-defined set of KPI’s.
  • Act as the first line of contact and digital expert for the Client and Account Mangers in the life cycle of a digital project.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and by building up trust between yourself and the client contacts.
  • Be pro-active and therefore anticipate and rectify issues at project outset before they become a problem. Identify, manage and mitigate against project risks at all times.
  • Support the business to develop technical excellence within OLIVER’s clients and internally in the department.
  • Provide quarterly highlight reports detailing project status against the project objectives and commercial targets, in conjunction with the off-site team.
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external partners, motivating and encouraging teams, ensuring all team members remain focused on delivering the best work possible and feel supported in doing so.
  • Be a valued team member and enjoy working with people from different disciplines within OLIVER.
  • Ensure administration tasks are maintained to the same high standard as the rest of your work.
  • Ensure jobs and costs in agency operating system are set up correctly and therefore profitability can be measured in on an individual job basis.
  • Ensure all resource have a job number for each brief so they can complete time sheets on a weekly basis. Also make sure your own time sheets are completed as regularly.

 

Requirements

  • 3+ years’ experience managing digital projects from initial briefing to delivery.
  • Competent user of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Technical competence and understanding of HTML5, HTML and CSS, WordPress and AEM, Email platforms, Banner platforms.
  • Good understanding of project finances – estimating, timings, costs and invoicing.
  • Confidence and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing client environment
  • A creative, innovative can-do approach.
  • A professional attitude and flexible working approach.
  • The aptitude to learn new software and programmes efficiently and effectively
  • Self-motivated, working with little supervision
  • Collaborative team player, open minded – non political
  • Discrete about all confidential and personal information
  • Driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player

To apply click on “Apply now”, or email your updated CV to

labolg.eromsierom@tnemtiurcer

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Applications close: 31st December 2019.

About us

 

Oliver, part of the global Inside Ideas Group (Oliver, AdjustYourSet, DARE, etc.), is a rapidly expanding creative services agency with a twist – we provide our clients with bespoke dedicated agencies that operate from within their offices. It’s a dynamic fast paced solutions focused start up environment – that brings client and agency closer together to create more creative and effective work.

www.oliver.agency

https://www.linkedin.com/company/18178061/

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Copywriter (Durban)

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Oliver South Africa is looking for a phenomenal Junior Copywriter/SEO Writer for a 11 month eCommerce project based at the client site in the Northern suburbs of Durban.

You will be part of a team creating digital content for eCommerce platforms across a variety of Brands and categories. You will be responsible for writing search engine optimized (SEO) content based on Client’s brief. When necessary, you will also be responsible for writing copy for digital KV’s, “how to” explanations, icon descriptors etc. as well as simple copy checks and condensing copy if necessary. Keyword research is a requirement, using industry tools to prepare a keyword portfolio of highly competitive keywords and soft words, perfect name creation, featured bullet points and product descriptors.

You will take briefs from the Project Director/Project Manager/Creative Lead respectively. You will need to have good attention to detail, a proactive attitude and good communication skills are a must.

Responsbilities of the role

  • Create content to the client’s brief and exacting standards.
  • Develop an effective working relationship with colleagues.
  • Effectively manage workloads within agreed timescales.
  • Proactively monitor artwork quality, accuracy and consistency.
  • Complete timesheets.

Requirements

  • BA/BSc in Business, Marketing, Communication, Journalism, Art or similar.
  • 2 – 5 year’s experience in Copywriting.
  • Digital content skills.
  • Computer skills: Microsoft Office as well as knowledge of and experience using keyword generator tools.
  • Conceptualization skills.
  • Proof-reading.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work within tight-deadlines and quick-turnarounds.
  • FMCG experience is advantageous.
  • Ability to work accurately and provide consistent quality.
  • Ability to adhere to brand guidelines.
  • Excellent team work and time management skills.
  • Accurate and consistent completion of timesheets.
  • You must be confident and have a consistent record of taking, interpreting and delivering written projects, within very tight timeframes.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of SEO, writing SEO content and how it applies to content marketing
  • Knowledge of analytics tools like Google and Bing analytics.
  • Work and Time Management: Planning & executing work in a timely and efficient manner
  • Team Skills: Ability to work well in a team. No silo-ed approach

Applications close:- 20th December 2019

To apply click on “Apply now”, or email your updated CV to

labolg.eromsierom@tnemtiurcer

.

About us

Oliver, part of the global Inside Ideas Group (Oliver, AdjustYourSet, DARE, etc.), is a rapidly expanding creative services agency with a twist – we provide our clients with bespoke dedicated agencies that operate from within their offices. It’s a dynamic fast paced solutions focused start up environment – that brings client and agency closer together to create more creative and effective work.

www.oliver.agency

https://www.linkedin.com/company/18178061/

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Project Engineer

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Project Engineer in Kwazulu-Natal | Other Professions | Job Mail | 4598219

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  • Ad Placed : 06 Dec 2019 09:02:09 Affiliate ad
  • Remuneration : R 500000 – PER YEAR
  • Employment Type : Full Time
  • Employment Level : Senior Management
  • Industry :
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  • Region : Kwazulu-Natal
  • Company : Sharon Nurock Recruitment cc

Our client, based in Richards Bay, currently has a vacancy for a Project Engineer in their Engineering department. You will provide project management services to guarantee the effective and efficient delivery of all projects at Richards Bay site.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required:

  • Engineering Diploma or Degree.
  • Project management qualification would be advantageous.
  • Minimum 3 years project management experience in the chemical/petro-chemical industry.
  • Good understanding of SHEQ systems (OHSAS18001, ISO14001 & ISO9001).
  • Good understanding of API 653/650 standards.
  • Experience in a petrochemical/oil & gas environment essential.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Implement project management strategy.
  • Provide input into the business unit strategic Capex investment plan.
  • Prepare Capex justifications/business cases for all projects.
  • Develop and track the project plan for each project and give feedback to management.
  • Conduct feasibility studies.
  • Plan, organise and execute all projects within agreed time, cost and budget scopes.
  • Execute optimisation program.
  • Identify risk exposure and risk mitigation measures.
  • Provide input from project perspective into the business unit business plans.
  • Maintain internal and external customer relations.
  • Submit monthly management reports as required by the business.
  • Ensure project post mortems are conducted after each project.
  • Ensure that all project management procedures and work instructions are in place.
  • Review project effectiveness after the completion of each project and compile reports.
  • Drive the management of change process.
  • Effectively manage contractors.
  • Create and maintain positive workplace relationships.
  • Assist in managing overall Capex budget.
  • Ensure all project documents are archived and controlled.

Competencies:

  • Project management skills.
  • Ability to plan organise, prioritise and multi-task at a senior level.
  • Excellent problem solving skills.
  • High levels of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Team player and customer focused.
  • Ability to work under pressure and make decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Good understanding of the OHS Act and other industry applicable legislation.
  • Ability to interact with and influence external and internal stakeholders.
  • Computer literate.

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Diesel Mechanic

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Diesel Mechanic in Kwazulu-Natal | Other Professions | Job Mail | 4596559

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  • Ad Placed : 05 Dec 2019 03:01:49 Affiliate ad
  • Remuneration : R 25000 – PER MONTH
  • Employment Type : Full Time
  • Employment Level : Senior Management
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  • Region : Kwazulu-Natal
  • Company : Sharon Nurock Recruitment cc

Our client, an environmental waste management company based in Ballito have a need in their busy company for a physically fit and energetic individual with good attention to detail for the position of Diesel Mechanic.

They are looking for an individual to perform diagnostic tests on their fleet, ascertain faults, analyse test results and propose remedial action. The individual will be responsible for repairing and replacing mechanical components where necessary.

Our Client seeks a highly organized individual who is able to communicate effectively with a broader team. This individual will be responsible for maintaining detailed records of vehicles, plant equipment and cascading information pertaining to the fleet to the necessary stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Matric.
  • Diploma/Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
  • Mechanical experience.
  • Waste Management experience essential.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Advanced knowledge of diesel engine components.

Competencies:

  • Supervisory skills.
  • Communication skills.
  • Reporting skills.
  • Running and analyzing diagnostic tests on various vehicles including plant equipment.
  • Test driving vehicles to gauge performance.
  • Performing preventative maintenance on fleet and equipment.
  • Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles.
  • Adhering to inspection procedures.
  • Maintaining a parts inventory.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment, fleet and machinery.
  • Operate and repair heavy equipment.
  • Honest.
  • Highly organized.
  • Problem solver.

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Business Administrator Needed

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Main Responsibilities:

Acts as the primary clerical support resource for internal and external customers.
Manages telephone, fax and e-mail queries from third parties.
Maintains customers’ files in line with data protection requirements.
Accurate dispatching of information as required via external courier.
Accurate data entry onto the in-house information system.
Works within established processes and key performance indicators.
Liaison with other teams and medical colleagues.
Data collation.
General office administration duties; including documenting invoices, updating spreadsheets and filing.
Other ad hoc duties as required.
Desired Requirements:

Strong communication skills: both spoken and written.
Attention to details in relation to office administration duties essential for the job.
Keen organisation skills in regards to logical filing and record keeping – both paper and electronic.
IT literate – able to use MS-Office packages confidently.
Ability to deliver work to set targets.
Self-motivated – able to work unsupervised; uses own initiatives to ensure effective outcome.
Willingness to travel as required by the business.

Hours of work – 9.00 am to 5.00 pm – Monday to Friday.

Send CV to: sonia@rgmcorp.co.za

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Assistant Finance Manager

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Assistant Finance Manager in Kwazulu-Natal | Other Finance/Accounting | Job Mail | 4588727

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This well-known manufacturing company is currently looking for an Assistant Finance Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Chartered Accountant (SA) with 3 years post Articles experience.
  • Manage projects (the franchises that they buy back – you will act as the FM for these outlets) and systems related projects, i.e. the efficient roll out of Syspro as well as managing system related projects to do with maximising efficiencies and effectiveness.
  • Projects related to corporate governance and the design and implementation of documentation control policies and processes.

Are you:

  • Action oriented?
  • Forward thinking?
  • A problem solving person?
  • Able to break the broader picture down into actionable steps?
  • Systems and process orientated?
  • Able to see the bigger picture?
  • Able to assist Non-Financial Managers to understand the numbers?
  • Able to crunch and read into numbers?
  • High energy and enthusiasm – are you a dynamo who can juggle many balls?

Key Performance Areas:

  • Financial Accounting:
    • Review financial statements across the company unit to ensure compliance with IFRS;
    • Assist the Finance Manager with annual budgeting and forecasting process;
    • Prepare monthly and quarterly Executive Committee packs for submission to the Finance Manager.
    • Analysing sales reports.
    • Compare budget versus actual materials consumed account and investigate variances;
    • Conduct variance analysis and investigate differences with cross-border teams; and
    • Assist in the monitoring and review of taxation compliance foreign entities.
  • Projects:
    • Review statutory tax returns; and
    • Prepare statutory tax returns.
  • Governance and Control:
    • Assist the Finance Manager in implementing identified improvement projects in existing processes, both IT and non-IT related;
    • Assist the Finance Manager in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures; and
    • Identify efficiencies and recommend improvements within the Business Unit.

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Interior Design Discourse/Meta Theory/Interior Design Lecturer (Durban)

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Location: Durban
Reference: #IILIC(01
Company: Vega School – Durban Campus

Job description

Code/reference:IILIC(01)

Applications accepted until: 2019-12-27

Number of openings: One

Campus/business unit: Vega School – Durban Campus

Direct reporting line: Vice principal – academic

Job purpose:

Lecturing and academic delivery to ensure students are guided and supported in their learning to achieve module outcomes.

Education:

  • MTech in Interior Design (NQF 9);
  • MA in Interior Design (NQF 9)
  • M (Int) ProfM (Int) by Research;
  • MA in Design  (NQF 9);
  • PhD (Interior Architecture) (NQF 10) 

Alternatively:

  • MTech in Architecture (NQF 9);
  • M (Arch)
  • Prof (NQF 9)

Requirements

Work experience:

  • Interior design/Interior architecture/Architecture studio experience;
  • Lecturing experience (studio modules), supervisory experience (Research Modules);
  • Software experience: Sketchup. I11 AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit;
  • Portfolio needed to show examples of work or a teaching portfolio.
  • Candidates with Architect qualifications (second choice) need to show an interest in Interior Design by means of a professional or teaching portfolio.

Key performance area:

  • Deliver the module in such a manner as to achieve the stated subject outcomes within the assigned contact hours.
  • The assessment of student work within the stipulated marking and moderation cycle and provide constructive feedback to students and reporting any students concerns to the student relations coordinator.
  • Class preparation and development of lesson plans in a constructivist learning approach.
  • Proactively participates in Vega events, such as open days, graduation and others.
  • Arrange for the appropriate guest lecturer to support application to the world of work.
  • Operate in line with The Independent Institute of Education’s (The IIE) policies.

Working conditions:

Campus environment.

Equity statement:

Preferably equity candidate.

Disclaimer
Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted within two weeks of applying. Should you not hear from us in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Posted on 03 Dec 14:08

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