Cape Town – Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng is the newly appointed vice-chancellor of the University of Cape Town.
Outgoing Vice-Chancellor Professor Max Price and Phakeng addressed the media on Saturday after the university council made a unanimous decision.
Phakeng said she was “humbled” by the appointment, which takes effect on July 1, 2018.
“My goal is to transform the university while building on its excellence,” said Phakeng.
She said that she had always driven the transformation agenda in academic research.
She did not take her new position lightly.
“It’s amazing that my appointment is a possibility,” said Phakeng.
“There are so many poor, African people who have walked this journey so that this can be possible. I am honoured to continue this journey.”
Phakeng explained that she had not initially applied for the position.
“I wasn’t sure if UCT was ready for me. I’m a bit young, my earrings are too big – I’m too colourful,” she said.
“I wasn’t sure if this was the right time. The affirmation of senate was incredibly humbling. I didn’t think I’d get 75% of the vote.”
Price said he was excited by Phakeng’s appointment.
“This is exciting because this should be seen as a renewal. The university has come through a very stormy period over the last few years and the job of a vice-chancellor is difficult,” said Price.
“We are reaching a period of stability and Professor Phakeng’s appointment is appropriate in light of our renewal.”
Phakeng is a highly respected professor of mathematics and has published over 80 research papers.
She first joined UCT in July 2016 and took over from Professor Danie Visser as the deputy vice-chancellor of research and internationalisation in January 2017.
Before moving to UCT in 2006, she was vice-principal of research and innovation at the University of South Africa (Unisa).
Her long list of achievements includes becoming the first South African black researcher to be appointed to co-chair a study commissioned by the International Commission on Mathematical Instruction in 2008.
Cape Town – Three Working on Fire helicopters, as well as a spotter plane and at least seventy firefighters have been dispatched to assist combating the fire currently sweeping across Table Mountain in Cape Town.
Working on Fire spokesperson, Lauren Howard, said the helicopters, spotter plane and firefighters had been dispatched to assist Table Mountain National Park, PDMC and the City of Cape Town in containing a fire above Tafelberg Road.
Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson, Theo Layne, said an extensive area of vegetation was burning above the Tafelberg Road, and the fire had not yet been contained.
Layne said strong winds were carrying the fire away from the road, making it difficult to combat the flames, which is why the helicopters were being utilised.
He said nine fire fighting vehicles had been dispatched to assist the Table mountain Nature Reserve and Working on Fire Crews to combat the fire.
“Many of you will know that through the secret agreement between the Presidency and Mr Zuma there was an agreement to pay Mr Zuma’s fees. I asked how much these legal fees are. He [President Cyril Ramaphosa] simply refused to answer. We then threatened legal action against the presidency … [and] were given a figure of R15,000. There can be no secret deal with a private citizen to use state resources. Otherwise all of us must be entitled to legal protection from the state,” Maimane said.
“We must stop the payment of the legal fees of Mr Zuma. We must recoup the money paid. The president must make transparency the agreement they reached between themselves and Mr Zuma. We believe that agreement will be unlawful and irrational.”
He said should Ramaphosa not give them sufficient reasons they will take the matter on review.
When you start to get physical with someone new, it’s only natural to wonder (read: stress over) if the sex is going to be good – for both parties involved.
But Match’s Singles in America survey should help you feel a little more relaxed about the whole thing.
They polled more than 5 500 single people from different age groups, ethnicities and incomes across the country and found 83% of singles (regardless of their sexual orientation) listed having a caring and enthusiastic partner as their top two indicators of good sex.
Obviously, being able to orgasm is also important, but it was ranked as slightly less important, as was being a good communicator and solid kisser. So you can ditch the stress of delivering mind-blowing orgasms or crazy moves – apparently people just want to have sex with a good person (imagine that!).
Of course, the survey covered the good and the bad. It found that there are certain things singles don’t like in bed, including too much talking, a lack of passion, little movement, being with a bad kisser and not saying “I love you” (when the relationship gets to that point, naturally).
To be fair, the majority of singles said that they think sex gets better after you do it a few times with someone, so you shouldn’t stress too much if the first time isn’t utterly amazing.
As for one-night stands, 30% of men said it’s the best kind of sex, while just 15% of women said the same. But both 19% of men and women said that one-night stands are the worst kind of sex. Basically, they’re kind of a gamble.
Overall, men are three-times more likely to use a one-night stand to try to start a relationship. Not only that, millennials are 48% more likely to sleep with someone right away to see if there’s a connection.
Ultimately, sex should be something that you both enjoy. But it’s good to know that being caring and enthusiastic in bed are the top satisfiers.
This article was originally published on www.womenshealthmag.com
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Liquorice is a dynamic, forward thinking and motivated employer not bound by red tape. Our clients are some of the biggest brands in South Africa and abroad, and our developments are known to be award winning, pioneering and cutting edge.
Clients approach Liquorice when they need the best mix of technical expertise and solid marketing & design to help them achieve their objectives in their competitive market place.
The agency seeks an experienced HR Manager to join them in a standalone position on a full time permanent basis. Reporting directly to the Operations Director and the Managing Partners, the successful candidate will be responsible for the full range of HR and Recruitment responsibilities to the company that has over 70 staff as well as overseeing its expansion throughout the year. Reports To:Operations Director and Managing Partners
Purpose:
The incumbent will be responsible for providing an effective and efficient human resource generalist function that is aligned with departmental and company strategic goals. The incumbent will be expected to successfully implement HR strategy and deliver customer service within the organization. The responsibilities will include inter alia strategic partnership and organisation design, recruitment and selection, employment equity, salary and benefits management, employee relations, talent retention, performance management, change management, diversity management, skills development, policies and procedures, HR reporting, BBBEE, HR projects and managing staff.
Key Responsibility Areas:
Recruitment and Selection Attract, retain and motivate staff. Manage the recruitment process and ensure candidates fit the role and company culture. Advertise vacancies, assess applications, interview applicants. Coordinate and manage the orientation of new employees, process probationary reviews, employee evaluations and terminations. Analyse the skills and qualities required for each particular job and develop job descriptions.
Skills Development Identify training /skills / competency needs within the organisation. Coordinate career development, succession planning and talent management needs in partnership with line management. Submit the skills development plan within the prescribed timeframe. Identify skills shortages and where there is need to improve and inform management. Employment Equity Submit the Employment Equity Plans within specified timeframes to the Labour Department. Consult and give input into development of employment equity plans. Identify employment Equity quota requirements and advise on status of compliance to targets.
Employee Relations Consult and advise management and staff on Labour relations issues. Ensure awareness on LRA, Basic conditions of Employment Act and all other labour legislation. Represent the company on CCMA Level (conciliation & arbitration).
BBBEE Implement and monitor compliance to company BEE strategy. Assume responsibility for the Company’s social responsibility projects and manage the Social committee.
HR Reporting and Administration Manage company payroll administration. Compile monthly management reports all on all key output areas of the position. Perform related duties as assigned by the Head of Finance
Performance Management Manage the company performance management process (KPI). Custodian of effective performance management practices. Implement performance management / talent management initiatives. Ensure that performance management is standardized. Ensure that all employees are informed of and trained in the application of the performance management model and system. Monitoring, evaluating and reporting results. Change Management Lead programmes that are aimed at improving employee morale. Identify and analyse current organisational effectiveness. Initiate and implement organisational surveys.
Policies and Procedures Develop, update and implement all HR policies and procedures.
Budget and Cost Management Drive HR related cost savings and manage HR budgets as set by the Managing Partners
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Sound experience of advising on HR issues including attendance and timekeeping.
Proven generalist experience (efficiency and accuracy) of all operational and administrative elements of HR activity.
Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively within a changing environment, using initiative to make decisions.
Significant end to end recruitment experience including dealing and negotiating with agencies.
Recruitment experience within digital marketing, web development, online gaming is a HUGE plus.
Proven approach to problem solving.
Experience of coaching line managers and identifying training needs.
Effective approach to team working, including the ability to build effective relationships.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills including participation in staff meetings
Persuasive and credible influencing skills.
Ability to draft and implement company policies and procedures in line with legislative changes.
The ability to think innovatively and generate ideas/solutions offering a range of options
Experience of drafting H&S policies and procedures for an office environment.
Experience and Education:
Degree/or Diploma in Human Resources Management and/or equivalent.
Approximately five years’ experience as an HR generalist and minimum 3 years in an HR management role.
Personal Characteristics:
Excellent organisational skills
Attention to detail
Self-driven
Good communicator
Good interpersonal skills
Positive outlook on life
Assertive nature
Logical thinker
High levels of initiative
Work independently, with a high degree of responsibility
Work well under pressure and to deadlines
Posted on 16 Mar 17:21
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Liquorice is a dynamic, forward thinking and a world leading digital agency. We are seeking an exceptional financial professional to assist and support the Finance Manager in managing the finance function of the agency at our Cape Town Office. Your main functions will include but not limited to:
Assist with financial and ad hoc reporting – the monthly management reporting process, year-end reporting process and some ad hoc reporting as and when directed by holding company
Assist in preparation of budgeting, cash flow, forecasting exercises and review with FM
Assist with audit processes for internal and external audits
Set up new clients on systems and maintain clients’ vendor portal information
Assist with some accounts receivable related tasks such as tracking client outstanding payments and assist with communications to re-sources team regarding client accounts and the agency’s account managers for follow ups with their clients where relevant
Support to FM and back up in overseeing the finance team from time to time
Ad hoc finance related tasks
Requirements
Accounting degree / BComm
Accounting package/system working knowledge (MS Navision experience would be beneficial)
Bonus: job management system experience like Chase and ERP system experience
Good understanding of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable control and management
Excellent communication skills – verbal and written. Must be able to comfortably communicate with role players on all levels from junior staff to senior management as well as external role players within company group.
Pays great attention to detail
Two to three years’ experience in a similar role
Personality
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
Posted on 16 Mar 17:20
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Well established firm of attorneys in Jeffreys Bay requires an experienced Conveyancing Bond Secretary, possessing a minimum of 5yrs Conveyancing Bond exp. to assist in busy, high volume department. Definite exposure to Absa, FNB, Nedbank and Standard Bank Bond Registrations essential to secure. The ability to work independently handling the full administrative process from inception, drafting bond documents for client signature, to registration and finalization of files to ensure finances are in order. Ghostconvey and Stordoc literacy experience required. We offer a competitive salary based on experience in an enjoyable environment
Email CV applications to: liezl@attorneys.law.za
Should you not be contacted for an interview (possible in person or via skype) within two weeks of submission, please consider you application as unsuccessful on this occasion.
Closing date: 31 MARCH 2018
