Communications Director, South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng Ford Motor

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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.

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
  • 1015 years of communications experience including team leadership.
  • Bachelors 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.
Key Skills
  • Crisis Management
  • Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Fundraising
  • Media Relations
  • Constant Contact
  • Strategic Planning
  • Social Media Management
  • Team Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Wordpress
  • Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Legal Counsel, South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng Ford Motor Company

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This position reports directly to the General Counsel. It requires handling legal assignments independently. The proposed level is GSR 8, reflecting the decision‑making responsibilities and legal advice needed to support business operations.

Qualifications
  • Education Qualification: Minimum B Iuris LLB, BPROC, LLB, BA LLB, B Com LLB (Undergraduate or Postgraduate) or equivalent legal qualification.
  • Preference to those with corporate legal advisory experience as in-house legal counsel.
  • No. of Years of Experience: 3 – 5-year post articles.
  • Professional Association: Admitted Attorney/Advocate (Non‑Negotiable).
  • Preference to those with corporate legal advisory experience as in‑house legal counsel.
  • Labour Law/Financial Services Knowledge is advantageous.
Responsibilities
  • Be a core member of OGC South Africa, coordinating with regional and global OGC teams to align strategies and ensure consistent guidance across the business.
  • Champion Ford’s compliance program in market, with a strong focus on anti‑bribery and anti‑money laundering (AML); monitor adherence, surface risks early, and drive remediation.
  • Implement and track regulatory compliance initiatives; maintain clear records and report progress to stakeholders.
  • Provide timely, business‑minded legal advice to all Ford South Africa legal entities, including Ford Credit, and partner closely with Sales, Manufacturing, and other functions.
  • Advise on South African data privacy requirements (e.g., POPIA) and information governance, coordinating with global privacy where needed.
  • Support the South Africa OGC General Counsel on complex transactions and novel issues—validating advice, coordinating inputs, and engaging external counsel when appropriate.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and legal correspondence, review letters and marketing materials for legal and regulatory compliance.
  • Partner with the regional Purchasing team on procurement matters—Global Terms and Conditions, Purchase Orders, and supplier disputes—providing practical, risk‑balanced guidance.
  • Handle core legal operations: matter tracking, filing and document management, drafting and formatting agreements/letters, and preparing clear, concise reports. Liaise with Ford local representatives to handle government‑related issues in the South African market.
  • Litigation experience by oversight and management of legal disputes not limited to commercial, civil, labour and criminal litigation.

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Communications Director, South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa

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Job title: Communications Director, South Africa

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: October 22, 2025

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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.
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.
  • Media / Advertising / Branding jobs

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CPD Head South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng Syngenta Group

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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:

Advert closing: 11 August 2025

Remote Work: Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills: Accounts Handling, Customer Service, ABAP, Infection Control, Bakery, Jboss

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

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Legal counsel, south africa

Pretoria, Gauteng Ford Motor Company

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This position reports directly to the General Counsel. It requires handling legal assignments independently. The proposed level is GSR 8, reflecting the decision‑making responsibilities and legal advice needed to support business operations. Qualifications Education Qualification: Minimum B Iuris LLB, BPROC, LLB, BA LLB, B Com LLB (Undergraduate or Postgraduate) or equivalent legal qualification. Preference to those with corporate legal advisory experience as in-house legal counsel. No. of Years of Experience: 3 – 5-year post articles. Professional Association: Admitted Attorney/Advocate (Non‑Negotiable). Preference to those with corporate legal advisory experience as in‑house legal counsel. Labour Law/Financial Services Knowledge is advantageous. Responsibilities Be a core member of OGC South Africa, coordinating with regional and global OGC teams to align strategies and ensure consistent guidance across the business. Champion Ford’s compliance program in market, with a strong focus on anti‑bribery and anti‑money laundering (AML); monitor adherence, surface risks early, and drive remediation. Implement and track regulatory compliance initiatives; maintain clear records and report progress to stakeholders. Provide timely, business‑minded legal advice to all Ford South Africa legal entities, including Ford Credit, and partner closely with Sales, Manufacturing, and other functions. Advise on South African data privacy requirements (e.g., POPIA) and information governance, coordinating with global privacy where needed. Support the South Africa OGC General Counsel on complex transactions and novel issues—validating advice, coordinating inputs, and engaging external counsel when appropriate. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and legal correspondence, review letters and marketing materials for legal and regulatory compliance. Partner with the regional Purchasing team on procurement matters—Global Terms and Conditions, Purchase Orders, and supplier disputes—providing practical, risk‑balanced guidance. Handle core legal operations: matter tracking, filing and document management, drafting and formatting agreements/letters, and preparing clear, concise reports. Liaise with Ford local representatives to handle government‑related issues in the South African market. Litigation experience by oversight and management of legal disputes not limited to commercial, civil, labour and criminal litigation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Communications director, south africa

Pretoria, Gauteng Ford Motor Company Of Southern Africa

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Overview Job title: Communications Director, South Africa Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline: October 22, 2025 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Job Description 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. Media / Advertising / Branding jobs #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Financial Analyst - South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng Paymentology

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At Paymentology , we’re redefining what’s possible in the payments space. As the first truly global issuer-processor, we give banks and fintechs the technology and talent to launch and manage Mastercard, Visa cards at scale - across more than 60 countries.

Our advanced, multi-cloud platform delivers real-time data, unmatched scalability, and the flexibility of shared or dedicated processing instances. It's this global reach and innovation that sets us apart.

What you get to do
  • Lead the preparation of monthly reporting packs for executive leadership and shareholders, summarising group-wide financial performance
  • Deliver detailed variance analyses and bridge financial results against budget and forecast
  • Produce written financial reports and presentations with clear commercial storytelling
  • Partner with FP&A to support the annual budget and periodic forecasting process
  • Use Excel and other tools to manipulate large datasets, identify performance drivers, and support decision-making
  • Identify and support implementation of FP&A process improvements through tooling or automation
  • Contribute to ad-hoc strategic financial projects, including modelling for business cases and investment analysis
What you can look forward to

At Paymentology, it’s not just about building great payment technology, it’s about building a company where people feel they belong and their work matters. You’ll be part of a diverse, global team that’s genuinely committed to making a positive impact through what we do. Whether you’re working across time zones or getting involved in initiatives that support local communities, you’ll find real purpose in your work - and the freedom to grow in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

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What it takes to succeed
  • 3–5+ years in FP&A, private equity, or similar roles within fintech or SaaS environments
  • Strong analytical and accounting acumen, capable of interpreting full financial statements
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets
  • Skilled in building presentations and communicating financial concepts clearly to senior stakeholders
  • Commercial acumen with the ability to link numbers to business drivers
  • Experience with Sage ERP is a plus, with a strong tech-driven approach preferred
  • Professional certifications such as CFA, CIMA, or ACA are preferred
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum 3–5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis within high-growth or SaaS / fintech environments
  • Hands-on experience with financial modelling and executive-level reporting
  • Professional certifications such as CFA, CIMA, or ACA are preferred

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Hse Officer Centurion, South Africa

Centurion, Gauteng Tower Group (Pty) Ltd

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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:

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    Senior Network Engineer – South Africa

    Centurion, Gauteng LinkdPro

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    Senior Network Engineer – Join a Leading ICT Innovator!
    Company: Linkdpro (Recruiting for a Top-Tier African ICT & Telecom Solutions Provider)

    Locations : Cape Town / Sandton / Centurion
    Employment Type: Permanent
    Salary : Market-Related

    Overview

    We’re hiring for a premier player in Africa’s ICT infrastructure space – a company driving digital transformation through cutting-edge networking solutions. As a Senior Network Engineer, you’ll design and deploy SD-WAN, wireless, and enterprise-scale networks for high-profile clients.

    Responsibilities
    • Design and deploy SD-WAN, wireless, and enterprise-scale networks for high-profile clients.
    Key Requirements
    • Education: IT Degree/Diploma or equivalent experience.
    • Technical Expertise:
      • Cisco SD-WAN (Catalyst/Viptela):
      • Template & Policy Design
      • App-Aware Routing, QoS, ACI
      • Complex Topology Deployment
      • Wireless Integration & Optimization
      • Enterprise Network Troubleshooting
    Why Join?
    • Work with Africa’s leading ICT solutions provider on large-scale projects.
    • Exposure to innovative technologies (SD-WAN, ACI, cloud networking).
    • Career growth in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
    How to Apply

    Apply Now! Send your CV to and take the next step in your career.

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    Datalab Assistant, Pretoria, South Africa

    Pretoria, Gauteng United Nations University

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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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