Job description

Ninety9cents is a full service, integrated advertising agency located in Cape Town, and is one of South Africa’s largest independently-owned agencies. Led by founder and managing director Andrew Brand, the agency’s extensive client base includes leading brands such as Shoprite/Checkers, Ackermans, PUMA and the Spur Group, to name a few.

We are looking for a detail-obsessed, big thinker conceptual and digital copywriter to join our team! The ideal candidate must capture the imagination of an audience using the power of language and be able to work well with the creative and strategic teams to conceptualise and execute effective campaigns. So, if your imagination runs wild and language is your power, apply – you might just be who we’re looking for!

Main duties include but are not limited to

• Translate/conceptualise the brief and the strategic requirements into compelling creative solutions
• Write copy and scripts for electronic, digital and media, print, outdoor, radio and television
• Brainstorm proactive creative campaigns, both for existing and potential clients
• Client facing – effective communication in pitching ideas and concepts

Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in copywriting and /or advertising
• Three years+ if copywriting experience within an advertising agency
• A portfolio of evidence that reflects conceptual, creative copywriting proficiencies
• Proficient in MS Word/PowerPoint/Keynote
• Excellent communication skills
• Understand advertising as a selling tool  
• Team player with the ability to work independently 
• Ability to work well under pressure
• “Out of the box” thinker
• Assertive
• Energetic
• Solution driven
• Deadline driven
• Resilient
• Great sense of humour
• Ability to accept guidance and respond well to criticism 
• Meticulous with attention to detail
• Demonstrate creative insight and brilliance for client solutions across all media platforms
• Must be willing to work on alcohol brands
• Flexible to work overtime (if and when required)

Interested candidates must please submit a concise CV and a link to their portfolio of evidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within two weeks after submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We remain committed to the principles of Employment Equity.

Posted on 22 Apr 14:24

Job description

My client is online gambling business based in Cape Town and they are recruiting for a Customer Service Manager to join their business. As the Customer Service Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the customer service team, which consists of over ten people. You will also ensure that customers are offered an excellent service. This is a hands-on managerial role with lots of responsibility in a fun and fast paced environment. The business is part of a larger group which means having extra resources at your disposal.

The culture is very friendly, hardworking and entrepreneurial. The company is very successful and leading in its sector. There is huge potential for growth in the business.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the team which consists on team leaders + customer service agents

• Overseeing + reporting on team performance + productivity)

• Setting KPI’s for the team

• Driving initiatives to increase sales activity

• Managing Service Level Agreements

• Working closely with other departments such as marketing

• Reporting + productivity

• Ensure best practice with contracts, customer data + security

• Coaching + developing the team

• Managing technical issues + IT problems

• Creating team roster

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum of 2 years in a managerial customer service role

• Open to industry but sports, gambling, betting etc. would be ideal

• Exposure to call center technology would be beneficial

• Solid Microsoft skills – Excel, Word

• Strong team leader with excellent customer service skills

• Positive, engaging, upbeat

If this sounds like you then get in touch with Amplified Talent to discuss further.

Posted on 21 Apr 15:22

Job description

Executes mechanical and electrical tasks in accordance with the maintenance programme and in line with legislative requirements and factory standards. Uses analytical and problem-solving skills to run tests on equipment to determine the root cause of equipment failure.

Responsibilities:

•Conduct set ups for startups and production changeovers according to procedures •Programme recipe changes on equipment according to procedures •Specify, install and commission new equipment for projects according to agreed time lines •Maintain machines and equipment according to maintenance schedule •Maintain services plant equipment according to maintenance schedule– refrigeration plant, compressors, water plant and boiler •Maintain stock of allocated spares to agreed levels and report shortages •Respond to break downs according to job cards •Maintain housekeeping, safety and food safety requirements •Perform Food Safety and Quality related activities as part of the BRC FSMS and QC/QA functions

Please note: 

This position is based in Atlantis. 

The closing date: 28 April 2020

Requirements

Requirements:

•National Senior Certificate or National Certificate Vocational (N3)

•3 years mechanical and electrical fault finding experience on manufacturing equipment and facilities experience

•4 years in FMCG Rigging, PLC operation and different lubricant experience is crucial.

Posted on 20 Apr 16:25

Fixed-term contract until the general election 2024

Please note only applications reflecting the reference number (above) will be considered.

The DA wishes to appoint a dynamic, self-motivated leader as chief executive officer, who will report directly to the chairperson of the Federal Council and the federal leader.

The successful candidate will be responsible for: 

• Developing and refining the goals and strategy of the party (together with relevant stakeholders)
• Leading and managing the professional staff of the DA in operationalising the strategy determined by the party’s leadership
• Ensuring that the party’s brand and communications guide is regularly reviewed and updated (in conjunction with the relevant stakeholders)
• Planning and developing all aspects of general election campaigns, including by-elections (in conjunction with the relevant stakeholders)
• Coordination of qualitative and quantitative market research
• Sound and strategic management of the party’s finances
• Developing and refining a fundraising strategy
• Overseeing the design, development and ongoing modification of systems to streamline operational functions and produce meaningful data for the party
• Working with the marketing team to develop and operationalise a digital, social media and online strategy
• Enhancing and leading an HR and employee relations strategy
• Ensuring that the necessary training programmes are developed and rolled out to all party structures
• Ensuring that all statutory requirements and regulations of the party are adhered to (in conjunction with the Corporate Services team)
• Taking overall responsibility for the roll-out of the DA’s 2021 and 2024 election campaigns.

Prospective applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or seven years’ experience in a senior management position
• Extensive experience in strategy and organisational development
• Strong commitment to the principles and programme of action of the DA
• Sound knowledge of, aptitude for and interest in politics
• Ability to foster a high organisational performance culture and a corporate culture that promotes individual integrity and ethical practices
• Ability to develop a financial strategy and financial model to support the party’s strategic objectives
• Ability to fundraise for the party
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven record of initiative, problem-solving, and the ability to recognise and implement improvements to systems
• Ability to analyse and interpret statistical data
• Commitment to work long hours, weekends and public holidays
• Commitment to a substantial amount of domestic and international travel
• Good negotiation and diplomatic skills
• Computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite
• Knowledge of more than one South African language is desirable.

Should you meet the above requirements and be interested, kindly forward your completed application form, copy of your ID, your comprehensive CV and a one-page cover letter motivating why you wish to be employed by the Democratic Alliance to Wisal Cornelius, Democratic Alliance, Federal Head Office, P.O. Box 1475, Cape Town 8000, tel: 021 465 1431, fax: 086 461 5105 or e-mail:

az.gro.ad@snoitacilppa

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To apply online, visit https://www.da.org.za/get-involved/jobs-at-the-da.

• Kindly note that any application received without the required documentation will not be considered.
• Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates.
• Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Please also note that we reserve the right not to make any appointments.
• Kindly further note that the Party will not require applicants to pay any amount or undergo any health-related tests, in order to be shortlisted.

Closing date: 29 April 2020

Freedom. Fairness. Opportunity. Diversity.

Posted on 20 Apr 09:29