Liquorice is a dynamic, forward thinking and a world leading digital agency. We are seeking a Systems Administrator to join our Cape Town team. We need someone who will have no problem fitting into this driven and dynamic environment.
Key roles and responsibilities:
System administration (Linux and Windows servers) – configuration, security, maintenance, backups, monitoring
Assist with deployment of Dev, PPE and Production environments in cloud and local DC’s
Testing of Software\Website services (e.g. APIs) and infrastructure during deployment
Resolve technical PROD, QA and Dev environment issues
Investigate and address availability, performance and capacity issues.
Ensures the client solution build, deployment and enhancements are delivered on time and to specification both within the initial release and in all subsequent releases.
Liquorice is a dynamic, forward thinking, and a world leading digital agency. We are seeking a client service Account Manager who will have the opportunity to work on our exciting, challenging and diverse globally recognised brands. Our developments are known to be award winning, pioneering and cutting edge. We are one of South Africa’s leading full-service digital agencies, delivering best-in-class strategy, creative, and technology.
Clients approach Liquorice when they need the best mix of technical expertise and solid marketing and design to help them achieve their objectives in their competitive marketplace.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing various web/mobile/CRM based projects, accountable for client liaison, maintaining relationships with client on a client service level, campaign development and management.
Management of client accounts and all facets of client service and of the delivery of agency services in an efficient and effective manner.
Responsibilities
Administering all day-to-day activities.
Establish and maintain a productive communication between the client and the agency.
Ensure a smooth and timeous workflow of activities directed at the client.
Coordinate and manage all agency services to the client.
Write status reports for each account.
Assist in the professional growth of the account managers and account executives.
Work closely and provide support to the account director.
Work with other departments to ascertain timetables, pursue estimate approval and follow the project through actual production and final presentation.
Effective and accurate financial management of projects.
Identify new opportunities within the client’s business by identifying opportunities to improve current practices, creative work and campaign performance.
Develop campaign case studies. Maintain the integrity of the creative strategy and work throughout the campaign.
Requirements
Min two to three years’ experience in an agency environment essential
Marketing or communications degree preferable
Real passion for digital essential
Interpersonal communication
Own transport and drivers licence
Time and people management
Must have a very strong understanding of the online environment
Broad understanding of all communication disciplines – CRM, BTL, ATL
TTL and international experience beneficial
Great attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Excellent presentation skills
Strong project management skills
Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Web and Visio
Broad understanding of new technology and the application of it to the creative process
Ability to review campaign results and identify opportunities for improvement
Excellent creative understanding and ability to judge creative outputs
Personal skills/attributes
Work hard, play hard attitude.
Every detail oriented.
A go-getter who always strives to deliver the best possible results.
Have great work ethic and be prepared to go the extra mile – a real team player.
Confident with a drive to succeed.
Analytical thinking to review campaign results
Ability to work under pressure
If you are interested in applying for this great opportunity, please send your CV to hr@liquorice.co.za using the reference, AM Sanlam. Please do not send any additional documentation.
Please note we reserve the right to freeze or not hire in the role.
Should you not receive a response from us within three weeks of your application, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful.
Posted on 13 Apr 15:12
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We are searching for a skilled software developer, with experience in front-end development, who is eager to join our software development team. Our environment is fast moving, focused, structured and collaborative. As a senior software developer, you will form a vital part of a team of developers who are responsible for critical business processes. You will report to an Agile Lead and senior management. To excel in our environment, you would need a thirst for continuous learning and be a creative thinker with experience in user experience definition and user interface design.
Requirements
Key Performance Areas:
Support business development by contributing UX perspectives and concept development as needed
Strong creative front-end skills to develop product ready web applications, functional prototypes and interactive demos for a variety of web and mobile-based initiatives
Develop functional and appealing web- and mobile-based applications whilst consuming WCF services and RESTful API’s created by back-end developers
Provide website maintenance and enhancements
Create quality mock-ups and prototypes on tight timelines
Assist back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting
Create cascading style sheets (CSS)that are consistent across all browsers and platforms
Maintain digital standards and branding throughout the product’s interface
Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies
Promote usability best practices
Qualification:
Three-year tertiary qualification in Information Technology (B.Sc. Information Science or National Diploma/B Tech Information Technology) from a recognised institution
Experience:
Minimum five years’ experience in a software development role and environment
Minimum three years’ experience developing interactive web and mobile applications
Minimum three years’ experience with JavaScript libraries, JQuery, HTML and CSS3
Minimum three years’ experience with WCF and RESTful API’s CSS systems such as LESS and SASS to compile style files
Proven experience with one of the popular PHP MV* / MVC frameworks (like Cake or Code Ignitor)
Ideally has experience with Microsoft MVC
TFSVC (Team Foundation Version Control) or other version control system
Analytics solutions, such as Google Analytics
Developing for search engine optimisation
CMS platforms such as Expression Engine and WordPress
Creation of unit tests and implementation of mocking frameworks such as Moq
Functional competencies:
Proven experience with one of the popular PHP MV*/MVC frameworks (like Cake or Code Ignitor)
Proven experience with cross-browser compatibility, fluid layouts and adaptive layouts
Fluency in the principles of user-centred design methods, information architecture, usability, and interface and interaction design
Deliver best-in-class HTML5/CSS3/JQuery front-end code across a broad array of interactive web and mobile projects
Develop and test across multiple browsers, platforms, and devices, including smartphones and tablets
A firm grasp of a range of UX tools, processes, and outcomes
Capfin is the South African brand of the global Southern View Finance (SVF) group of companies, based in the northern suburbs of the Western Cape. The SVF Group of companies conducts an international unsecured lending business, offering technologically driven, responsible and friendly loan products to the mass market.
We’re looking for your skill, qualification and experience in social media to join our prestigious, fun and creative marketing team. Raizcorp is all about entrepreneurship, so a genuine passion for entrepreneurship and people development will be a big advantage to you if you’re interested in applying. You’d be joining an internal marketing team representing various brands. We do it all ourselves, so be prepared to roll up those sleeves and jumping in where help is needed.
The social media coordinator supports our marketing manager by creating effective communication and relationships between Raizcorp and it community through our various social media platforms. You will be a premium brand ambassador, critically responsible for building, maintaining and proactively living the Raizcorp and allied brands.
Responsibilities will include:
Creating an editorial calendar and syndication schedule.
Fueling social conversations to gaining quality engagement.
Editing, publishing and sharing daily content on all social media.
Managing paid search campaigns.
Building meaningful connections and encouraging community members to take action.
Creating social content and campaigns tied to integrated seasonal campaigns.
Reviewing metrics from analytic dashboards and report on trends, traffic, conversations, and overall performance.
Running and daily monitoring of all Raizcorp owned and allied companies’ social media and all Pay Per Click (PPC) adverts online to ensure they are running optimally to achieve business needs.
Creating all social media reports and meet all social media goals for the year.
Quick response time to change up PPC ads if they aren’t generating the required leads for the business.
Ensuring that content plans don’t include content pertaining to our competitors and their efforts in the market.
Take direction from department leadership, including documenting detailed requirements, and asking questions to clarify assignments.
Generating all required departmental reports.
Company Description
Raizcorp is, according to The Economist, the only genuine incubator in Africa. However, we prefer to think of ourselves as a Prosperator™ rather than an incubator. We provide business support for enthusiastic, growth-hungry entrepreneurs, offering them a platform that fosters learning and guidance, which can be translated into practical business success.
Requirements
Three years of proven work experience as a social media coordinator.
Expertise in multiple social media platforms.
In-depth knowledge of SEO, keyword research and Google Analytics.
Ability to deliver creative content (text, image and video).
Familiarity with online marketing strategies and marketing channels.
Ability to grasp future trends in digital technologies and act proactively.
Degree/diploma in communications/marketing/social media.
Design and photography experience a plus.
Proven track record demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Using social listening platforms.
Experience in using tag management tools.
Experience in using conversion tracking tools.
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
A valid driver’s license with own reliable transport is a non-negotiable for this role as the SMC will be required to travel to and from key events, expos and launches.
Posted on 13 Apr 15:02
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Covering both Cape Town and JHB roles, Recruit Digital provides staff for Media firms, Digital Agencies, Corporates, Startups, E-commerce retailers, and all other Internet related businesses.
Recruit Digital fills vacancies within Client Services, Creative & Design, Development & Technology, Sales, Copy-writing, Social Media, SEO, Planning & Strategy, Marketing, Senior Management & Executive positions.
