58 South African Mint jobs in Pretoria

Role Purpose

To deliver a competitive crop protection (CP) portfolio supporting a 5-year growth agenda in South Africa. This involves end-to-end (E2E) pipeline management, operational excellence, team leadership, knowledge transfer, and budget management. A key focus is understanding local customer needs to deliver differentiated product offerings and ensuring successful product launches in collaboration with other Syngenta functions.

Accountabilities

Leadership & Team Management: Lead and develop the South African CPD team, fostering a high-performance culture aligned with Syngenta values. This includes talent management, succession planning, and ensuring a safe, compliant work environment. Participate actively in the Country Leadership Team (CLT) to contribute to overall business strategy.

Technical Expertise & Innovation: Provide technical leadership within the business area, driving excellence in technical launches and support. Serve as the single source of technical truth for projects, leveraging CP technologies and anticipating regulatory impacts. Translate research findings into actionable product and grower offers, identifying and addressing technical portfolio gaps.

Commercial Acumen & Market Understanding: Focus on commercial priorities by understanding local customer needs and the competitive landscape. Collaborate with Marketing to position products effectively for rapid market share gains. Gather market intelligence and competitor information for informed decision-making.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure conformity to Syngenta processes and regulatory requirements. Work closely with Regulatory to obtain new registrations efficiently while maintaining high data quality. Participate in industry committees (e.g., CropLife) to represent Syngenta.

Project Management & Execution: Own the end-to-end delivery of the CP pipeline from early development to first sales. Manage trial programs ensuring high-quality data and timely delivery. Prioritize the portfolio based on market realities, balancing new product introductions (NPIs) and mid-tier opportunities. Manage the portfolio lifecycle to maximize returns.

Collaboration & Communication: Foster effective cross-functional collaboration (R&D, Technical Services, Regulatory, Marketing, Commercial) and with regional/global teams. Communicate clearly at all organizational levels and across cultures.

Qualifications, Experience & Capabilities:

• BSc / MSc in Biology, Chemistry, Agronomy, Crop Science, Genetics, or equivalent.
• 10 years of R&D experience in agricultural CP development.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies.
• Significant experience in managing complex technical portfolios and projects.
• Solid understanding of regulatory landscape and market dynamics.
• Strong analytical, process, and communication skills.
• High level of commercial acumen.

Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges:

• Managing competing priorities from diverse stakeholders.
• Delivering high-throughput results while fostering innovation.
• Maintaining a high-performing, engaged team.
• Facilitating effective knowledge transfer across functions.
• Building strong relationships and influencing without direct authority.
• Developing a culture of innovation and agility.

Critical Leadership Capabilities:

• Demonstrate Syngenta leadership behaviors.
• Prioritize Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives, driving employment equity transformation.
• Lead change and navigate ambiguity.
• Set ambitious strategic goals.
• Focus on customers.
• Collaborate across boundaries.
• Communicate with impact.
• Build a culture of innovation.
• Manage for performance.
• Develop people, organization, and self.
• Foster effective collaboration and teamwork.

Additional Information:

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The Communications Director, Ford South Africa, is responsible for modernising and leading all aspects of the company's communications strategy in South Africa. This includes a strong emphasis on digital transformation and impactful storytelling to build brand reputation, foster stakeholder engagement, and support core business objectives. The role requires a strategic leader who will manage media relations, explore direct-to-consumer communication channels, oversee new product launches and sustainment programs, deliver impactful internal communications, and provide expert counsel to senior leadership and a dedicated team. The incumbent will work closely with social media, marketing, manufacturing, and HR teams to ensure Ford's vision and values are communicated effectively and consistently.
At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.
+ Lead the development, implementation and management of breakthrough product, corporate and internal communications strategies, covering all stakeholders and channels (working with agency partners where appropriate).
+ Provide guidance and counsel in the planning and execution of corporate, product and employee communications initiatives, including new product launches.
+ Lead the development and implementation of innovative, digital-first communications strategies across all channels and stakeholders.
+ Drive impactful storytelling initiatives that resonate with South African audiences, leveraging digital platforms and multimedia content.
+ In partnership with Marketing, explore and implement new forms of direct-to-consumer communication, including social media, influencer partnerships, and owned digital channels.
+ Lead media relations strategy, act as primary media contact, and supervise responses to media inquiries, press releases, and events.
+ Identify and proactively manage potential issues, providing guidance to team members on mitigation strategies.
+ Develop and implement initiatives that promote sustainability, community engagement, and social impact, ensuring alignment with Ford's values and strategic goals.
+ Provide people leadership to direct reports, manage HR requirements, and ensure effective team governance (budget on both monetary and vehicles, events, suppliers, controls).
+ Partner with senior leadership on communication initiatives by collaborating and crafting briefing materials, speeches, and presentations.
+ Conduct research and analysis of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to identify new communication opportunities.
+ Liaise with global and regional communications teams to align and execute strategy.
+ Participate in senior management projects as directed by the Ford South Africa CEO and Board of Directors.
+ 10-15 years of communications experience, including team leadership.
+ Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
+ Deep understanding of the South African media, digital, and automotive landscape.
+ Project management experience, including budget control.
+ Ability to build and cultivate relationships across functions and grade levels.
+ Experience providing trusted counsel to business leaders.
+ Strong commercial acumen and advocacy for a communications point of view.
+ Proven ability to create and execute a modern Communications Strategy, with expertise in digital channels and storytelling.
+ Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and curiosity.
+ Ability to understand and adapt to the motivations and needs of diverse audiences.
+ Diplomacy, resilience under pressure, and strong interpersonal skills.
**Requisition ID** : 51744

Overview The Communications Director, Ford South Africa, is responsible for modernising and leading all aspects of the company’s communications strategy in South Africa. This includes a strong emphasis on digital transformation and impactful storytelling to build brand reputation, foster stakeholder engagement, and support core business objectives. The role requires a strategic leader who will manage media relations, explore direct-to-consumer communication channels, oversee new product launches and sustainment programs, deliver impactful internal communications, and provide expert counsel to senior leadership and a dedicated team. The incumbent will work closely with social media, marketing, manufacturing, and HR teams to ensure Ford’s vision and values are communicated effectively and consistently. Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation and management of breakthrough product, corporate and internal communications strategies, covering all stakeholders and channels (working with agency partners where appropriate). Provide guidance and counsel in the planning and execution of corporate, product and employee communications initiatives, including new product launches. Lead the development and implementation of innovative, digital-first communications strategies across all channels and stakeholders. Drive impactful storytelling initiatives that resonate with South African audiences, leveraging digital platforms and multimedia content. In partnership with Marketing, explore and implement new forms of direct-to-consumer communication, including social media, influencer partnerships, and owned digital channels. Lead media relations strategy, act as primary media contact, and supervise responses to media inquiries, press releases, and events. Identify and proactively manage potential issues, providing guidance to team members on mitigation strategies. Develop and implement initiatives that promote sustainability, community engagement, and social impact, ensuring alignment with Ford's values and strategic goals. Provide people leadership to direct reports, manage HR requirements, and ensure effective team governance (budget on both monetary and vehicles, events, suppliers, controls). Partner with senior leadership on communication initiatives by collaborating and crafting briefing materials, speeches, and presentations. Conduct research and analysis of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to identify new communication opportunities. Liaise with global and regional communications teams to align and execute strategy. Participate in senior management projects as directed by the Ford South Africa CEO and Board of Directors. Qualifications 10–15 years of communications experience, including team leadership. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field. Deep understanding of the South African media, digital, and automotive landscape. Project management experience, including budget control. Ability to build and cultivate relationships across functions and grade levels. Experience providing trusted counsel to business leaders. Strong commercial acumen and advocacy for a communications point of view. Proven ability to create and execute a modern Communications Strategy, with expertise in digital channels and storytelling. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and curiosity. Ability to understand and adapt to the motivations and needs of diverse audiences. Diplomacy, resilience under pressure, and strong interpersonal skills. About Us At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation. About The Team Ford Communications is tasked with building and safeguarding the Company’s global reputation, enhancing stakeholders’ understanding of Ford and its aspiration to become the world’s most trusted mobility company. Our global team of communicators sets industry standards for excellence in implementing high-impact communications programs that build stakeholders’ affinity and support for Ford’s innovations, industry leadership and Better World social responsibility programs. We are looking for creative, passionate communications professionals to join our nimble organization in adapting to the fast-changing global environment and effectively communicate with our target audiences. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Role Purpose To deliver a competitive crop protection (CP) portfolio supporting a 5-year growth agenda in South Africa. This involves end-to-end (E2 E) pipeline management, operational excellence, team leadership, knowledge

Overview The Communications Director, Ford South Africa, is responsible for modernising and leading all aspects of the company’s communications strategy in South Africa. This includes a strong emphasis on digital transformation and impactful storytelling to build brand reputation, foster stakeholder engagement, and support core business objectives. The role requires a strategic leader who will manage media relations, explore direct-to-consumer communication channels, oversee new product launches and sustainment programs, deliver impactful internal communications, and provide expert counsel to senior leadership and a dedicated team. The incumbent will work closely with social media, marketing, manufacturing, and HR teams to ensure Ford’s vision and values are communicated effectively and consistently. Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation and management of breakthrough product, corporate and internal communications strategies, covering all stakeholders and channels (working with agency partners where appropriate). Provide guidance and counsel in the planning and execution of corporate, product and employee communications initiatives, including new product launches. Lead the development and implementation of innovative, digital-first communications strategies across all channels and stakeholders. Drive impactful storytelling initiatives that resonate with South African audiences, leveraging digital platforms and multimedia content. In partnership with Marketing, explore and implement new forms of direct-to-consumer communication, including social media, influencer partnerships, and owned digital channels. Lead media relations strategy, act as primary media contact, and supervise responses to media inquiries, press releases, and events. Identify and proactively manage potential issues, providing guidance to team members on mitigation strategies. Develop and implement initiatives that promote sustainability, community engagement, and social impact, ensuring alignment with Ford's values and strategic goals. Provide people leadership to direct reports, manage HR requirements, and ensure effective team governance (budget on both monetary and vehicles, events, suppliers, controls). Partner with senior leadership on communication initiatives by collaborating and crafting briefing materials, speeches, and presentations. Conduct research and analysis of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to identify new communication opportunities. Liaise with global and regional communications teams to align and execute strategy. Participate in senior management projects as directed by the Ford South Africa CEO and Board of Directors. Qualifications 10–15 years of communications experience, including team leadership. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field. Deep understanding of the South African media, digital, and automotive landscape. Project management experience, including budget control. Ability to build and cultivate relationships across functions and grade levels. Experience providing trusted counsel to business leaders. Strong commercial acumen and advocacy for a communications point of view. Proven ability to create and execute a modern Communications Strategy, with expertise in digital channels and storytelling. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and curiosity. Ability to understand and adapt to the motivations and needs of diverse audiences. Diplomacy, resilience under pressure, and strong interpersonal skills. About Us At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation. About The Team Ford Communications is tasked with building and safeguarding the Company’s global reputation, enhancing stakeholders’ understanding of Ford and its aspiration to become the world’s most trusted mobility company. Our global team of communicators sets industry standards for excellence in implementing high-impact communications programs that build stakeholders’ affinity and support for Ford’s innovations, industry leadership and Better World social responsibility programs. We are looking for creative, passionate communications professionals to join our nimble organization in adapting to the fast-changing global environment and effectively communicate with our target audiences. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Introduction Job Description

21 days leave

Private Medical allowance

8% company pension contribution (3% from the individual)

Performance related bonus up to 15% (for permanent roles)

Job Introduction

To provide a centralised administration support service to all MPS Members and divisions ensuring service delivery excellence for members which is trusted and valued

Main Responsibilities

Operational

• Support the development and delivery of the Administration Services plan and strategy to an agreed standard
• Comply with applicable professional ethical guidance and all relevant internal and external rules, policy and procedures, including those relating to Health & Safety, Data Protection, IT security and all those contained in Staff Handbook.
• Meet key performance targets, quality standards and financial targets

Member

• Manage informal complaints and expressions of dissatisfaction from members in accordance with policy standards
• Continuously improve ways of working and contribute to divisional / MPS-wide continuous improvement projects aimed to drive operational efficiency and great member experience and outcomes
• Deliver fair treatment and outcomes for members and compliance with associated policies and standards set out by Council, its committees and delegated authorities.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates with high levels ofaccuracy and attention to detail. The role also requires the ability to investigate and analyse information containing both legal and medical/dental terminology.

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel you do not match 100% of the technical requirements. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and strive to create a work environment which ensures everyone can be heard.

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Datalab Assistant, Pretoria, South Africa

We are looking for an individual to support the data work and research efforts under the SA-TIED programme in Pretoria, South Africa. Closing date: 26 April 2019, 23:59 UTC+3

About UN University

For the past four decades, UNU has been a go-to think tank for impartial research on the pressing global problems of human survival, conflict prevention, development, and welfare. With more than 400 researchers in 13 countries, UNU’s work spans the full breadth of the 17 SDGs, generating policy-relevant knowledge to effect positive global change. UNU maintains more than 200 collaborations with UN agencies and leading universities and research institutions across the globe. For more information please visit .

United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER)

UNU-WIDER is a leading international development economics think tank. The Institute provides economic analysis and policy advice with the aim of promoting sustainable and equitable development for all. The Institute began operations in 1985 in Helsinki, Finland, as the first research centre of the United Nations University. Today it is a unique blend of think tank, research institute, and UN agency — providing a range of services from policy advice to governments, as well as original research that is ‘open access’. More information on UNU-WIDER and its work programme on the institute's website.

United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) is implementing together with its partners over the period 2017–20 a research programme titled Southern Africa – Toward Inclusive Economic Development (SA-TIED) , with the aim of enhancing economic research, capacity-building, and policy dialogue.

The recent availability of tax administrative, microdata on enterprises and jobs and other policy-related data in South Africa provides a valuable resource for policy-relevant academic research. This allows for a deeper understanding of the functioning of the private sector, public sector, the labour market, and public revenue mobilization. The goal is to create well-documented longitudinal datasets with key variables that can be augmented with research specific variables.

To support the data work and research efforts under the SA-TIED programme, a new data lab facility at the National Treasury of South Africa in Pretoria has been set up and started operations in January 2019. The advertised position is based at the National Treasury in Pretoria, South Africa.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of UNU-WIDER research personnel based at the National Treasury in Pretoria, South Africa, the Data Lab Assistant will perform the following duties

1. Data Lab management (40 per cent)

• Manage the administrative and technical support functions relating to the Data Lab
• Perform administrative functions to ensure the proper functioning of the Data Lab, these include arranging for researcher access with security, collection of researchers at security, setting up researchers in the Data Lab, facilitate the signing off on confidential reports
• Communicate, maintain and develop client relationships
• Manage operational and administrative functions to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and timeously
• Oversee bookings of the Data Lab using the online booking system.
• Ensure that equipment is functioning at all times and that the airflow is maintained optimally.
• Assist in planning and coordination of the SA-TIED Seminar Series in Pretoria
• Assist in planning, coordination, and delivery of SA-TIED events in South Africa
• Liaise and follow up with service providers for events
• Assist UNU-WIDER personnel located at NT with admin-related work
• Perform other administrative duties as requested by the Supervisor.

3. Research assistance (40 per cent)

• Retrieve, clean, and process microdata in SQL and Stata
• Maintain the microdata and resolve errors in the extraction and data cleaning process
• Assist in drafting, reviewing and revising documentation related to the microdata
• Liaise with South Africa Revenue Services (SARS) on technical data
• Collect and compile economic time series/panel data
• Process and transform macrodata using econometric software such as Eviews or Stata
• Prepare charts and graphs of time series data
• Perform basic statistical and econometric analysis on macrodata, such as unit root tests, structural break tests and correlation analysis using Eviews and/or Stata.
• Perform other research tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, geoinformatics, data science or equivalent with at least two (2) years of relevant work experience preferably in an international organization. Master’s degree in economics, statistics, geoinformatics, data science or equivalent is an advantage.
• Excellent skills in statistical software (STATA and EVIEWS) and SQL.
• Knowledge of R and ArcGIS is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills.
• Fluent in oral and written English.
• Knowledge about private sector development, productivity growth, and empirical economics is an asset.
• Excellent team player with strong, well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Strong ability to establish priorities, multi-task and work within tight timelines.
• Ability to work in under minimal supervision and with high level of resilience.

Remuneration

Monthly remuneration of ZAR26,303 per month of full-time work to be paid at the end of each month for the duration of the agreement against certification of satisfactory performance by the supervisor.

This is a locally-recruited post and no relocation allowance applies. The post is limited to persons residing in South Africa, including persons holding a valid residence/work permit. The successful candidate will be employed under a local contract and will not hold international civil service status nor be a ‘staff member’ as defined in the UN Staff Rules and Regulations.

UNU has its own medical insurance for employees contracted under a Personnel Service Agreement (PSA).

Duration of contract

This is full-time employment on a one (1) year Personnel Service Agreement (PSA) contract with UNU-WIDER, with the possibility for renewal subject to requirements and satisfactory work performance, with the combined duration of appointments not exceeding six (6) years.

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Application procedure

Interested applicants should submit their applications online using the 'Apply here' link on the left side columnand must upload the following:

• a cover letter setting out how their qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position
• a copy of highest educational degree obtained.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs (Charter of the United Nations: Chapter 3, article 8).

Organizational unit United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER)Reference number 2019/UNU/WIDER/PSA/DLA/27

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Research Assistant, Pretoria, South Africa

UNU-WIDER is looking for research assistants to build and expand the tax administrative and other microdata available at the National Treasury – Secure Data Facility (NT-SDF) in Pretoria. The research assistant(s) will work closely with the Data Developer at the NT-SDF. Closing date:14 November :59 UTC+2

UNU-WIDER is looking for an outstanding individual with strong data skills, commitment and potential to contribute to the SA-TIED programme.

About the work

Through the collaboration of UNU-WIDER, the National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service over the past few years, South African administrative micro tax data has been made available for research purposes. This puts South Africa at the forefront of big data research for development and puts the country in a novel position relative to other developing (and some developed) countries. The tax data — the global best practice in some avenues of research — has opened avenues for research in areas and topics that were not possible before in South Africa.

UNU-WIDER is looking for research assistants to build and expand the tax administrative and other microdata available at the National Treasury – Secure Data Facility (NT-SDF) in Pretoria. The research assistant(s) will work closely with the Data Developer at the NT-SDF.

Duties and responsibilities

Update the various tax datasets held at the NT-SDF on a rolling basis

Continually improve and expand the datasets

Perform quality assurance checks and analyse trends in the data

Assist in drafting, reviewing and revising documentation related to the data

Provide research assistance through data analysis, literature reviews, drafting documents

Assist researchers with data related queries and review their data output to ensure data confidentiality

Assist with day-to-day operations of running the National Treasury - Secure Data Facility

Other duties as requested by the supervisor related to the research and administrative work.

Requirements

Masters in Economics or Econometrics. Candidates who are close to completing their Masters will also be considered

Excellent skills in statistical software STATA (i.e., able to work with loops, globals, directories and writing STATA programs)

Knowledge of SQL, R, Python and ArcGIS is an advantage

Excellent analytical and drafting skills

Fluent in oral and written English

South African nationality, or the necessary residence, and work permit for South Africa

Terms

The Research Assistant will be issued a one-year consultancy contract with UNU-WIDER (renewable up to another year, subject to satisfactory performance). The Research Assistant will receive a total of USD19,620 for the contract period to supplement living expenses while stationed in Pretoria, South Africa. No extra payments for housing or living expenses will be made. Project-related costs will, however, be covered by the project.

Application should include

Short personal statement (max. 1 page)

Academic record

Sample (max. 200 lines) of originally written Stata code that clearly demonstrates your coding level

The application must be submitted electronically. Deadline for applications is 14November 2022 at 23:59 (GMT +2). Interviews will be held as quickly as possible thereafter.

Short-listed applicants must be willing to undergo a competency exercise as part of the selection process.

The position is open from 3January 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.

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HSE Officer - Telecoms Division

A leading facilities company is looking to appoint a HSE Officer within the telecoms division who will be responsible for supporting the County Leads of an Integrated Management System and client SHEQR contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Integrated Management System
2. Sub-Contractor HSE Compliance
3. Site Inspections (Warehouses, Workshops, BTS – work areas, etc.)
4. Communication, training, awareness and medical surveillance
5. IMS Reporting
6. HSE Work Order management
7. Client Relationship Management
8. Management Activities
9. Performing the required contractual and IMS required audits/inspections
10. Update the relevant systems
11. Institute corrective actions
12. Ensure overall HSE compliance in the region

Profile

Qualifications:

1. Preferably Tertiary Qualifications which may include:

• Any three-year technical tertiary qualification
• Quality Management Qualification
• Health & Safety Management Qualification
• Environmental Management Qualification
• Risk Management Qualification

Professional Registration/Trade-SACPCMP registered as CHSO or SAIOSH (advantage)

Licenses-Code B Driver’s License

Experience:

1. Planning experience and understanding of business processes
2. 1-2 years’ experience of HSEQR Management
3. 2-3 years’ experience in Construction related work

Technical/Core Training:

1. Excellent knowledge of the IMS
2. Documentation and Record Control knowledge
3. ISO45001 and ISO 14001 internal auditing
4. Knowledge of the Facilities Management domain
5. Relevant Regulatory and SANS standards Knowledge
6. Excellent knowledge of field operations routine procedures and processes

IT Training:

1. MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, SharePoint, Health and Safety Management Software, Web Fleet software, Health, Safety and Environmental Training SAMTRAC or equivalent
2. Knowledge of OHS Act, its Regulations and Environmental Legislation

Health, Safety, Environmental Risk Assessment or equivalent:

1. Legal liability
2. Fall Arrest and Basic Rescue
3. Fall Protection Developer
4. Defensive Driving and Anti-hijacking

We offer:

Market related.

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