Current Vacancies at Moonstone Information Refinery

• The purpose of this role is to add to MIR’s capabilities to produce content for its digital platforms, to attract readers and advertisers and create awareness of the services offered by the businesses that form part of the Moonstone Group.

The role will include writing, (text) editing, helping to create audio-visual content, sourcing images, and compiling newsletters.

Key Responsibilities

• Researching and writing articles related to legislation, trends and developments that affect the broad financial services sector
• Researching and writing articles that will promote the services offered by the businesses within the Moonstone Group
• Writing scripts for audio-visual content
• Presenting content on-camera
• Conducting on-camera interviews
• Editing and proofreading
• Suggesting images that can be used to illustrate content
• Liaising with the managing editor to develop story ideas
• When necessary, standing in for the managing editor: publications
• Liaising with individuals and departments to ensure that content is published/aired on deadline
• Liaising with advertising sales staff to create an environment conducive to advertisers

Minimum Requirements

• Degree (or similar qualification) in journalism/communications or law
• At least five years’ experience in business or financial journalism or a relevant field of corporate communications

Skills and Abilities

• MS Office skills are required: Basic MS Word
• Intermediate MS Excel
• Intermediate MS Outlook
• Proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar and other English-language skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good interviewing skills
• Sound knowledge of media law
• Solid presentation skills

Competencies

• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Able to work independently and as a team
• Flexibility and multi-tasking
• Creative thinking
• Effective planning, time and stress management skills
• Deadline driven
• Strong work ethic

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Role description

• This role represents an excellent opportunity in the financial education sector for an administrator based in Stellenbosch. The administrator must be exceptionally well organised and efficient, and used to dealing with a diverse workload, has strong numeracy and literacy skills and excellent communications skills.

As the Administrator, you will be responsible for the following:
Administration

• Short Courses Administration and ensuring the Short Course User Experience is continuously improved
• Providing administrative Student Support to enrolled students
• Assisting with the Administration of Qualifications
• Liaising with external service providers and contractors
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure the good maintenance and operation of the LMS system and website.
• Manage the training calendar and assist with the project management of workshops and webinars.

Who we're looking for
The successful candidate will have:

• a minimum of an NQF 6 qualification in administration or similar.
• a minimum of three years’ experience in administration, of which 2 years should be in an education or similar training environment.
• exceptional organisation, planning and administration skills.
• excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
• excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• excellent numeracy skills.
• the ability to show initiative in developing the role and to work with minimal supervision.
• the ability to work flexibly in a team, building strong work relationships with colleagues.
• the ability to manage a varied workload and to work under pressure

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Role Description

• This is an opportunity for an HR Administrator to contribute to the growth of a dynamic company within the financial industry.
• You will have the opportunity to refine our HR process and procedures together with the HR Manager.  The role is a great opportunity for a go-getter passionate about administration and organisation.

Job Specification

Record accurate data and personnel information to maintain a quality HR records management system in relation to the following:

• Filing, storing and processing of all HR records and employee personal information;
• HR records for internal & external audits;
• Submissions of employee information for payroll processing;
• Completion of UIF documentation;
• Preparation of HR reports, letters and correspondences when required.
• Apply correct application of leave rules and maintain accurate leave and absenteeism records;

Coordinate and monitor the administration of the hiring, onboarding and offboarding processes:

• Placement of job adverts on BambooHR (internal & external);
• Employment reference checks and pre-employment verifications;
• Liaison with hiring managers & candidates during the hiring process;
• Secure payments for specific accounts of external platforms or recruitment service providers.
• Secure effectiveness in administering onboarding of new employees.
• Coordinate/administer offboarding and retirement process;

Support the daily operations of the HR department i.t.o.:

• Distribution of HR communications, HR policies and processes;
• Respond to and resolve general HR queries;
• Support to Social committee with election of new members and their internal functions;
• Gifts i.t.o. long service awards & farewell functions.
• Assist with administration of IOD and COIDA claims.
• Prepare the evidence and witnesses to counter Disciplinary hearings and CCMA referrals.

Job Required Skills

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (specifically reading Afrikaans); Professional Verbal and Written Communication skills;  Reliable with a high level of professionalism, discretion, confidentiality and sensitivity;  Time Management and able to work independently;  Prioritising & Planning;  Able to use initiative and multi-task;  Ability to work under pressure and follow instructions;  Accuracy & Attention to detail;  Advanced skills in Microsoft Office

Qualification & Experience:

• Diploma in Human Resource management or equivalent related qualification
• At least 3 years’ working experience and knowledge within an HR environment.
• AT least 2 years’ proven HR administration experience
• Sage Payroll or other payroll systems experience will be advantageous
• HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) experience will be advantageous.