The University of Stellenbosch Business School Executive Development (Pty) Ltd, more commonly referred to as USB-ED, is a private company offering leadership and management development (short course) programmes across Africa for both corporates and individuals. USB-ED has a full time position for an Executive: Corporate Developer (ECD) based at our Johannesburg (Sandton) offices. The appointee will be part of a dynamic Sales and Business Development team delivering a high quality service to clients, the company and society.

Role purpose:

Reporting to the General Manager for ED4Africa, the purpose of the ECD role is to manage and grow a portfolio of customized clients, across Africa, to generate profitable revenue, thereby supporting USB-ED’s capability to serve the development of leading managers in Africa by means of bespoke solutions.

Responsibilities:

The ECD will be fully accountable for his/her Customised Programme Portfolio and will be measured on KPIs such as revenue (sales target; quarterly progress against annual sales target; profitable business/profit margin), client KPIs (client satisfaction – year on year portfolio growth on repeat business less clients that have not taken up business; new client acquisition; expansion of product offering to existing clients), quality of designs and proposals, cost management throughout programme implementation, timeous client payments and managing the internal return on investment management of own portfolio.

Other key performance areas, in addition to Customised Programme Portfolio revenue, include:

• Operational Results: Implementation of the sales process.
• Programme Execution Excellence: taking ownership of Programme execution through support of Delivery function in USB-ED.
• Management Results: Result and activity planning and reporting, cost and budget management, process compliance, system utilisation and compliance.
• Leadership Results: Knowledge sharing, contribution towards a high performing team, self-development and living the USB-ED values.

Qualifications required:

• Master’s in Business Administration qualification
• University of Stellenbosch Alumni will be preferable

Experience and Skills:

• At least seven to 10 years’ experience as a sales person in a complex commercial environment in Africa (e.g. consulting), preferable in the learning and development landscape and/or human capital.
• A good understanding of the executive learning and development/education industry, landscape and products in Africa.
• Experience and a good understanding of executive development learning intervention design (curriculum/learning outcome and instructional design).
• Good understanding of sales and marketing principles/processes/methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services.
• Budgeting and forecasting skills.
• Working knowledge of customer relations management (CRM); AccPac (financial system), advantageous.
• Well-developed MS Office skills.
• Ability to communicate to individuals on all levels with excellent verbal and writing abilities.
• Project management/project team leadership skills (multi-functional and cross-functional teams).
• Client liaison skills – proven track record of liaising with clients on C-level in Africa.
• Well-developed conceptual and systems thinking skills.

Competencies:

• Taking responsibility, initiative and making decisions when required, even under difficult circumstances. Able to work independently without direct supervision. 
• Establishing effective relationships with clients and stakeholders, networking effectively within and outside of the organisation and relating well to individuals at all levels.
• Well-developed analysis and decision making skills.
• Setting clear objectives, planning activities and their sequence well in advance and managing own and other resources’ time effectively.
• Persevering, working productively in a stressful environment and resilient in the face of adversity.
• Sensitivity for diversity and adapting to altering circumstances, embracing change and dealing effectively with ambiguity.
• Accepting, setting and tackling demanding and challenging realistic goals and targets to continually improve performance. Showing drive, stamina and the capacity to work hard, sustaining long work hours when required.
• Thinking entrepreneurially and commercially, keeping up to date with competitor information and market trends, identifying business opportunities and demonstrating financial awareness. Able to understand the key business issues that affect profitability and growth.

The successful person must be willing to travel and to work after hours.

Commencement of duties: 1 August 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing date: 15 May 2019
Application: Internal candidates are require to have a discussion with their line manager before applying for this career opportunity. To apply, please submit your CV to Rochall Daniels on

moc.de-bsu@tnemtiurcer

Enquiries: Recruitment related enquiries to Bianca Solomon, Human Capital Manager on

moc.de-bsu@nomolos.acnaiB

NOTE: USB-ED is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of USB-ED and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. The job advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for short-listing. In line with USB-ED’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, we welcome and encourage candidates with disabilities to apply.

Should no feedback be received from the USB-ED within one week of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was not successful.

USB-ED reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Posted on 02 May 15:02

Job description

As an award-winning marketing, CSI, PR and digital agency, we are looking for highly motivated, ambitious candidates who are passionate about the work we do for our clients.  

The suitable candidate will buy into our philosophy for executional excellence and creative brilliance and needs to demonstrate these qualities.

The role calls for a creative, multitasking graphic designer with accuracy and strong attention to detail. The suitable candidates need to be innovative, resourceful, hardworking and have strong communication skills. They should be willing to work to deadlines and be able to put in additional after-office hours work in order to meet tight deadlines and a large workload. They also need to be self-motivated.  

As our graphic designer, you will work on a variety of projects ranging from updating the website, creating POS material, creating artwork for campaign elements, newsletters, artwork for a digital platform, creating presentations and mini videos.

You’ll work to a brief agreed with the client, creative director or account manager, and will develop appropriate creative ideas and concepts for the client’s objectives. The work demands creative flair, up-to-date knowledge of industry software and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.

Responsibilities will include:

Your typical responsibilities as a graphic designer include:

• Meeting clients or account managers to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job.
• Estimating the time required to complete a job and providing quotes for clients.
• Developing design briefs that suit the client’s purpose.
• Preparing mockups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.
• Editing proofs to client’s specifications and getting signoff/approval before finalising artwork.
• Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts and developing interactive design.
• Using innovation to redefine a design brief within time and cost constraints
• Presenting finalised ideas and concepts to clients or account managers
• Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work
• Working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists.
• Amend final designs to client’s comments and gain full approval
• Adapting and rolling out approved concepts to various media, above and below the line.
• Adhering to a client’s brand identity and guidelines.
• Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.
• Work on multiple briefs at the same time.
• Liaising with external printers on a regular basis to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed to the highest quality.

Company Description

As of April 2019 Triple Eight will have been operating for 8 years, creating memories and expanding our brand. Triple Eight has continued to be an award-winning and well-respected Pan-African marketing, CSI, PR and digital agency working for some of the best-known brands in the world and this would not be achieved without the effort and dedication of all our staff. Key to our philosophy is that we make a positive impact on “People, Planet and Profit” through our campaigns and projects, whilst upholding our reputation for Creative Brilliance and Executional Excellence.
If the successful candidate were to become a member of the Triple Eight team, we would ask for their commitment to deliver outstanding quality and results that exceed client expectations. In addition, we expect personal accountability in all the products, actions, services and results that are provided as a representative of Triple Eight. In return, we are committed to providing our staff with every opportunity to learn, grow and stretch to the highest level of their ability and potential.

Requirements

• Suitable qualification from Vega, AAA, Greenside Design Centre College of Design graduates
• Minimum one years’ experience
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines
• Creative and innovative
• Must be a good communicator
• Focused, methodical work ethic
• High performer
• Self-starter attitude using initiative
• Team player
• Basic understanding of marketing a bonus
• Program requirements:
• • MS Power point
  • MS Excel
  • MS Outlook
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Dreamweaver
  • Coral Draw
  • Adobe Premier Pro
• Photography a bonus

If you meet the above requirements for this graphic designer post, we would like to hear from you.

Posted on 30 Apr 07:37

Job description

Overview:

The strategist will be responsible for managing Kreetiv’s briefs and developing solutions using our proprietary asset, Brand Social Nomics.

 Must have Financial services and FMCG experience. Other industry experience is advantageous.

Use market research and analysis to direct strategy and planning. Oversee the development of communications campaigns by working closely with account managers and concept developers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish goals based on past performance and market forecasts;
• Researches and analyses market trends, etc. A pro active approach to understanding whats happening on the trade and through alternative mediums. As guided by our business.
• Works with senior executives to develop detailed comms plans for all briefs.
• Work within the budget to develop cost-effective marketing plans with the Account managers.
• Adjusts campaigns and strategies as needed in response to collected data and other feedback;
• Creation of material in line with strategies;
• Guide planning and implementing promotional campaigns;
• Guide online and print marketing campaigns;
• Monitor and report on effectiveness of plans.
• Manage briefs for clients internal communications as well as external.
• Analyzing potential strategic partner relationships as and where needed.
• Guide social media channels for the company and for clients (briefs included), including the initial concept, plan, strategy and execution.
• FOR DIGITAL – Understand the basics of Search Engine Optimization (“SEO”) in order to plan article promotion along with social signals for maximum online impact.
• FOR DIGITAL – Choose content topics and keywords based on SEO metrics and client deliverables.

Requirements

Requirements for the Role:

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business, or a Related Field, Marketing Strategy, Media Channels, Client Relationships, Creativity, Adaptability, Research, Analysis, Writing, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, People Management, Detail-Orientated, Budgeting, Organisation, Multi-Tasking.

Must also have strong communication, sales, presentation, management, and leadership skills; goal-oriented, flexible, and creative under pressure; knowledge of current marketing trends and multimedia platforms; strong budgeting, Internet, and computer skills

Posted on 26 Apr 14:19

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Job description

To manage and expand the relationship with the allocated National Key Account customer in order to achieve sales objectives and targets, maximising sales opportunities within the allocated categories.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the implementation of the allocated Key Account Customer strategies and plans to achieve sales objectives and targets
• Monitor pricing accuracy and implement price increases within set time parameters to prevent claims
• Identify best promotional mix to drive the best ROI through planned activities and ad-hoc spend
• Negotiate Trade Terms, ranging, new listings, pricing and promotional activity
• Provide monthly business updates according to agreed deadlines to management and stakeholders and present customer facing plan reviews at management meetings every quarter
• Manage allocated budget effectively
• Put in place cost control mechanisms and report an major deviations on cost
• Report tradingexpenses, customer profitability and P&L
• Provide short and medium term customer forecasts
• Review account performance and implement corrective strategies
• Implement and evaluate promotional program and measure ROI in conjunction with activations
• Manage and grow customer profitability including supporting regular store visits

Requirements

•Preferably a Degree in Business/Sales/Marketing

•At least five to eight years’ experience in Sales operations or Key Account management in FMCG

•Demonstrated track record of success and expertise in similar positions

•Excellent commercial awareness and customer relationship management skills

•Meticulous attention to detail

Posted on 23 Apr 14:49