Job description

Afrikaans translators/scriptwriters: Freelance/Contract based. Flexi hours.

We are looking to form a base of Afrikkans language translators dealing with translation and script predominantly of e-learning material. Essentially, we are looking to localise E-learning content into Afrikaans. We also work with script adaptation prior to dubbing and distribution. You will be provided with the English script and will be required to translate the material into Afrikaans and adapt the material to the context.

Company Description

Cape Town Audio Post is a production facility specialising in language localisation of multimedia content. Our goal is to be a world-class service provider and content creator. We are a start-up in our fifth year of business and our facility boasts multiple professional recording studios and editing suites. We are a young dynamic team with a strong company culture, and a visionary leader. Our motto is “Know your purpose, reach your potential, lead the way.”

Requirements

• Excellent command of the English Language with high-level comprehension and grammar skills.
• Excellent command of Afrikaans.
• High level of creative writing skills.
• Understanding of storytelling through the medium of film.
• Passion for film and TV content. Avid watcher and consumer of television.
• Good attention to detail.
• Calm, relaxed and focused demeanour.
• Ability to perform under pressure and changing deadlines.
• Microsoft Office Suite knowledge and competency.
• Ability to work flexible shifts (AM, PM, Weekends).

Posted on 18 May 16:05

Job description

Curro Holdings Ltd, an established role player in the independent educational sector, requires the services of an experienced and distinguished nursery school manager at their new Burgundy campus.  

The successful candidate will be responsible for the academic enrichment as well as overall management (including financial, curriculum and facilities management) of the nursery school, learners and its educators. 

Preparation of business plans, including financial reports and forecasts, ensuring revenue and profit targets are achieved and that learner attendance levels reach the maximum in line with strategic targets. 

The selected candidate will have the presence, skills, knowledge and experience to deliver the School’s commercial operations to the highest standards.

The key skills, abilities and experience we seek in the successful candidate will be an appropriate balance of the following:

• Proven high-quality experience in business development and associated financial management
• An ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• An awareness of branding, image and style
• Ability to inform and influence with strong and persuasive communication skills
• Meticulous administration, planning and the ability to meet targets and deadlines
• Tact, sensitivity and the ability to handle confidential material with discretion
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• High degree of personal motivation, initiative, energy, creativity and drive
• An interest and empathy with the ethos and aims of independent education
• Willingness to take an interest and become involved in all aspects of the life of the School

The successful candidate will have strong personal and leadership skills and subscribe fully to a unique, child-friendly, secure and stimulating environment that fosters creativity, positive discipline and relationships.

Requirements

• Degree in Education (recommended) or related field
• Minimum five years’ experience in the management of a similar school environment
• Ability to lead and nurture young staff members.
• Excellent management and leadership skills are a requirement
• A passion for education and children
• Accepting and subscribing to the Christian values and ethos of the school
• Profound knowledge of the curriculum and related matters
• Current SACE registration
• Excellent communication skills
• Clear criminal record

How to apply:

• Go to http://curro.myrecruit.co.za/
• Register your CV onto the database
• Search for the position by Reference number and apply through the database

Closing date: 04 June 2018                   
 
Please take note:

• You will only be required to submit supporting documents should you be invited for an interview.
• You do not need to contact us. Please regard your application for this post as unsuccessful if you have not received notification for an interview by 04 July 2018.
• Curro Holdings Ltd reserves the right to not make an appointment.

Curro is an equal opportunity employer.

Posted on 18 May 15:06