Fresh Positions at Accenture

Key Responsibilities:

• As a Product Designer in the CoE, you are a multi-skilled individual that is able to combine UX and UI capabilities to deliver value for businesses and their customers. The role requires foresight to produce sustainable outputs that can be tested, validated, and integrated into the daily lives of millions across Africa. At all times you will assess the value of the designed experience and ensure a high level of craft within your work. You will have the chance to work across a broad range of projects that enable the business to scale, bring new products to market, and captivate customers through powerful digital experiences.

Daily activities include but not limited to:

Discover

• Requirements elicitation
• Behavioural data analysis
• User surveys and interviews
• Persona’s and mental models
• Empathy maps
• Current product analysis
• Competitor product analysis
• Best practice analysis
• User testing and feature validation

Describe

• Solutioning workshops
• Feature listing and prioritization
• UX definition and principles
• Browsing flows
• Low-medium fidelity wireframing
• Functional prototyping
• Accessibility implementation guidelines
• User stories and product roadmap contribution

Design

• Look and feel establishment
• Graphic user interface design
• Accessibility implementation and testing
• Micro-copy and UX writing
• Multi-device design and rollout
• Design system utilisation and extension
• Micro-interactions and motion prototyping

Develop

• Annotated design specifications
• Visual asset preparation
• Development implementation review
• Product experience testing
• Content quality assurance checks
• Design system governance support

Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualification

• Strong portfolio of product and platform design work
• Proficient in utilising prototyping software, Figma and the Adobe suite
• A superb eye for design with strong attention to detail
• Good understanding of branding, marketing, data, media, social UI, UX, business analysis and technology trends
• Ability to articulate and defend design decisions
• The ability to create scalable component libraries
• Good understanding of the development process and agile methodologies
• Ability to work well alongside internal and external client teams
• Take initiative and follow a self-leadership approach
• Positive can-do attitude
• Organised and efficient
• Deadline orientated
• Empathetic towards others
• Strong team player contributing towards positive and respectful collaboration
• Willingness to be challenged
• Be able to perform within a high-pressure environment

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Role Overview:

As a key member of the Talent and Organisation/Human Potential practice, you will:

• Deliver innovative solutions that help organisations transform their people agenda and workforce strategy.
• Collaborate with clients to design and execute human capital initiatives that align with their strategic objectives.
• Leverage technology and data-driven insights to enable impactful workforce transformations.
• Drive client engagements, from strategy development to solution implementation, ensuring high-quality delivery and tangible results.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Engagement:

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including CHROs and business leaders, to design and execute people transformation initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with clients to position Accenture as a trusted advisor and thought leader in Talent and Organisation solutions.

Project Delivery:

• Lead and support the delivery of projects across diverse industries, focusing on areas such as talent management, operating model design, change management, and employee experience.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions that address business challenges.

Human Capital Strategy & Innovation:

• Develop and implement strategies for workforce transformation, enabling organisations to adapt to the future of work.
• Use digital tools and data analytics to provide insights that drive informed decision-making and enhance workforce productivity.

Thought Leadership & Collaboration:

• Contribute to the development of thought leadership on key topics such as employee experience, culture transformation, and workforce analytics.
• Collaborate with global and local teams to tailor solutions to the unique needs of the African market.

Skills & Experience Required:

Qualifications

Skills & Experience Required:

Core Skills:

• Human Capital Strategy: Change management, organisational design, talent management, culture transformation, and employee value proposition design.
• Digital Transformation: Experience implementing HR technologies, digital solutions, and data-driven decision-making tools.
• Project Delivery: Proven ability to manage and deliver projects in fast-paced and evolving environments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders.
• Analytics & Insights: Familiarity with workforce analytics, leveraging data to inform and drive business decisions.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in HR consulting, human capital strategy, or a related field.
• Proven ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels, delivering impactful outcomes for clients.
• Demonstrated experience with operating model design, talent strategies, and organisational transformation initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with ERP platforms or HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors).
• Certifications in change management, project management, or HR-related specializations (e.g., Prosci, SHRM, or equivalent).

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• A Data Visualization Specialist transforms complex data sets into visually compelling and easy-to-understand insights, enabling stakeholders to make data-driven decisions. This role requires expertise in data visualization tools, a strong understanding of data structures, and the ability to communicate stories through visuals. The ideal candidate will collaborate with data engineers, business intelligence teams, and other departments to deliver impactful visual representations of business metrics and analytical data

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

Data Visualization:

• Design and create engaging, intuitive, and effective visualizations that simplify complex datasets.
• Develop dashboards and reports using tools like Tableau, Power BI, D3.js, or similar.
• Translate business needs into clear visualizations and user-friendly interfaces.

Data Analysis:

• Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to extract, clean, and manipulate data.
• Identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights from large datasets.
• Interpret and convey findings through compelling narratives.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product, Marketing, Sales) to gather requirements and feedback.
• Present visual insights to non-technical stakeholders and adapt visuals based on audience needs.

Tool and Process Development:

• Enhance the visualization framework by creating reusable templates, and optimizing visual tools and workflows.
• Provide input on the selection of data visualization technologies and solutions.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and the latest technologies in data visualization.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that visualizations are accurate, accessible, and in compliance with data integrity standards.
• Test visualizations for functionality, data accuracy, and responsiveness across different devices.

Daily Activities:

• Meeting with stakeholders to understand visualization needs and translate them into designs.
• Developing and refining dashboards, charts, infographics, and data visualizations.
• Collaborating with data engineers to ensure data pipelines and sources are functioning correctly.
• Testing visualizations for usability and performance before presenting them to stakeholders.
• Providing training and support to teams in understanding and using visual data effectively.
• Researching and staying updated on new visualization techniques and technologies.

Qualifications

Experience & qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification: Data Science, Computer Science, Graphic Design, Statistics, or a related field. Equivalent work experience is also considered.
• 4+ years of experience in data visualization, data analysis, or a related field.
• Experience with visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, D3.js, or similar.
• Portfolio showcasing previous data visualization work (e.g., dashboards, charts, interactive visualizations).

Technical requirements:

• Familiarity with SQL and querying databases.
• Basic knowledge of programming languages such as Python, R, or JavaScript for data manipulation and visualization.
• Understanding of data structures and ability to work with large datasets.
• Experience with statistical analysis and performance metrics.
• Proficient in utilising designs software such as Figma.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for storytelling with data.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Time management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.

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Job Description

• The primary goal of this role is to oversee the workflow necessary to transform creative ideas into tangible printed materials, ensuring both the creative vision and client expectations are met while maintaining budget and time constraints.

Internal and Administrative Responsibilities:

Client Communication & Issue Resolution:

• Handle account queries promptly, ensuring accountability in resolving any issues.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices when needed.
• Generate order numbers for all commissioned work.
• Reconcile jobs to ensure accuracy and completion.

Collaboration & Liaison:

• Act as a point of contact for client service and operation teams, providing updates on job status, issues, delays, or specification changes.
• Ensure creative and client service teams are engaged on each project from start to finish.

Creative & Budget Management:

• Ensure creative objectives are achieved within the allocated budget for each project.
• Provide recommendations to streamline the job process, improve efficiency, and add value.

Project Management:

• Attend status and pre-production meetings.
• Submit timing plans as requested by traffic management.
• Provide budgets for campaign-related work.
• Guide and train the client service team, ensuring proper briefings and correct processes are followed.
• This may include coordinating of 3rd party suppliers, like event companies.

DTP & Retouching Responsibilities:

Scheduling & Resource Management:

• Coordinate and schedule DTP and retouching resources, ensuring sufficient capacity for the production department.
• Brief DTP operators with detailed specifications, considering the project budget.

Artwork Review & Coordination:

• Chase finished artwork to meet deadlines.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of artwork after it passes through DTP.
• Oversee the dispatch of press and print materials, ensuring smooth delivery via email or other digital means.

Team & Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with DTP operators, guiding their work and ensuring efficiency.
• Align creative needs with budget and delivery timelines.

Printing Responsibilities:

Sourcing & Production Oversight:

• Source appropriate printing methods (litho, silkscreen, digital print, etc.) for both above-the-line (ATL) and below-the-line (BTL) materials (POS, promo items, etc.).
• Approve printer proofs and confident with color passing on the press.

Quality & Deadline Management:

• Monitor the quality of printed products before they are delivered.
• Ensure that printing deadlines are met and that final products meet the creative requirements.

Packing & Distribution:

• Oversee the packing process (including kit packing) and distribution of print materials.
• Track and follow up on proof of delivery (POD).

Problem-Solving:

• Find solutions that balance time, budget, and creative expectations.

Costing Responsibilities:

Supplier & Cost Management:

• Brief suppliers and gather 3 competitive cost estimates for each job.
• Include internal costs in cost estimates.

Budget Monitoring:

• Monitor the actual costs versus the estimates throughout the project.
• Inform the client service team if additional costs arise.
• Report any losses, whether external or internal, to management.

Efficiency & Cost Optimization:

• Aim to improve operational efficiency and minimize overall costs.

Management & Leadership Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

• Support and guide the Production Assistant.
• Provide leadership support to senior staff members.

Admin & Scheduling:

• Manage administrative tasks like leave schedules for the team.
• Oversee DTP and retouching schedules, ensuring smooth operations.

Financial Management:

• Take responsibility for the financial management of proof-related activities and ensure adherence to budget.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Strong project management and communication skills.
• In-depth understanding of print production processes.
• Ability to manage budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Leadership and team-building abilities to guide junior staff.
• Problem-solving aptitude, particularly in meeting creative needs within time and budget constraints.

Qualifications:

• Relevant work experience essential
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport

Experience

• 5 years as a Production Manager
• ATL & BTL agency experience
• Knowledgeable in all print process
• Understanding of DTP & timings
• Financial understanding 

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Job Description

THE WORK:

• Join us in a dynamic environment where you will be an SME in Agile Project Management, collaborate and manage the team to perform, engage with multiple teams, and contribute on key decisions.
• Responsible for team decisions, you will provide solutions to problems for your immediate team and across multiple teams.
• Let's embark on this exciting journey together! Lead daily scrums, sprint reviews, and planning meetings to ensure team engagement. Manage interdependencies between agile teams.
• Partner with Product Owners to support release planning, and to maintain backlog.
• Facilitate project and issue management for assigned scope.
• Develop and implement testing plans.
• Participate in end to end process for introducing new components or enhancements to existing modules.

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Expert proficiency in Agile Project Management. Expert proficiency in Scrum.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in relevant related skills.
• Technical Diploma in relevant field of studies

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Advanced proficiency in Agile Process Coaching Advanced proficiency in Agile Methods (ADM for Distributed Agile Development)

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Job Description

• We are seeking a Cape Town-based Account Director to work on a portfolio of leading financial services clients. The successful candidate must have extensive experience working on consumer and corporate Earned Media clients and integrated campaigns, with specific experience in financial services, essential. It is imperative that the successful candidate keeps abreast of all Earned Media, PR and Influencer trends, within industry best practices.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Senior client lead and team lead, interprets, develops, and manages strategy for clients and ensures that all plans are delivered and are in line with scope of work.
• Manage client expectations and service delivery by being a focal point for day-to-day interaction and take responsibility for the delivery of exceptional work.
• Build and manage client business and relationships, taking ultimate responsibility for client relationships with senior client contacts as well as senior business contacts and be a strategic business partner. 
• Understand the client’s strategy and agency process to deliver efficiently and to the highest quality.
• Ensures all work produced by team is of the highest standard and demonstrates creativity, attention-to-detail, contemporary thinking, use of new approaches and links to overall strategy and supports clients' business objectives.
• Actively ensures that team members grow and develop into strong Earned Media professionals, through growth opportunities, upskilling, delegation, accountability, and mentoring.
• Responsible for overall ‘health’ and happiness of client team.
• Expert at delivering content and solutions that speak to full PESO model (Paid, Earned, Shared, Owned).
• Expert in at least one communication area (e.g. media relations, influencer relations, content).
• Handles all contractual and financial aspects of client relationship including scope of work, client KPIs, team resourcing and hour allocation, budget tracking and management. Including renegotiating annual retainer increase.
• Manages profitability of team, over- and under-servicing trends in team and proactively manages to correct.
• Ensures financial admin (Workbook) is running smoothly and accurately.
• Actively looks for opportunities to sell-in new projects, services or organically grow clients in other ways.
• Leads and participates in new business pitches.
• Supports Business Unit Director in driving and growing Earned Media through new business, new products and new thinking.
• Ability to manage different personalities and always strive to get the best out of each individual.
• Keep abreast of industry (Earned Media) trends in order to add additional value to your client’s business.

Personal Attributes:

• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative “out of the box” thinker.
• People focused including being approachable, emotionally intelligent, empathetic and compassionate.
• Proactive.
• Resilient.
• Curious and analytical.
• Deadline-driven.
• Solution-driven.
• Meticulous with attention to detail.
• Other: Able to work on-site/ in office and visit clients.

Qualifications

Requirements / Experience / Skill:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in PR and/or Business Communications.
• Minimum 8 years working experience in PR Agency (or in a similar environment).
• Proficient in MS Office (i.e. Word / Excel / PowerPoint etc).
• Traditional and Digital Earned Media experience is essential (well versed in Digital).
• Strong command of the English language (both verbal and written).
• Strong presentation skills.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Strong numerical skills (financial & budget management experience).
• Strong multitasking skills (ability to work on more than one client at any given time).

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THE WORK: 

• Are you ready to be an SME in User Interface (UI) Design, collaborate and manage the team to perform, engage with multiple teams, and contribute on key decisions? Responsible for team decisions, you'll provide solutions to problems for your immediate team and across multiple teams. Join us in this exciting opportunity!
• Translate initial product concepts into structured information Prototype digital experiences at different levels of increasing fidelity across the product design process Execute usability tests to refine and validate a final solution Communicate solutions in the form of wireframes and interactive prototypes Collaborate with product design and development teams to ensure alignment to design intent through implementation and deployment Present product concepts and interaction design paradigms

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Expert proficiency in User Interface (UI) Design Advanced proficiency in Customer Experience Design A minimum of 2 years of experience in relevant related skills Assoc. Degree/College Diploma in relevant field of studies

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Advanced proficiency in Organizational Strategy Advanced proficiency in Usability Design Advanced proficiency in User Interface Usability Test & Tools Advanced proficiency in User Research

Qualifications

• Expert in Figma

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Job Description

Knowledge and Skills:

• Working knowledge of MVC.NET; C#.NET, VB.NET, WCF (Web services), XML, SOA (Service Oriented Architecture), JavaScript, JQuery, SQL, SSIS, SSRS, Team Foundation Server (TFS) or Azure DevOps.
• Application Lifecycle Management skills.
• Team Leadership skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Innovative, dedicated and committed to achieving results.
• Self-motivated and able to adapt quickly.
• Knowledge of Agile principles and values will be advantageous.
• Willing to skill in Natural Adabas for integration between legacy mainframe back-end and modern web front-end

Job Qualifications

• Must have Information Technology related degree/diploma (3 years tertiary qualification).
• Must have 8 – 10 years working experience in Microsoft .NET framework.

Qualifications

• 3-year tertiary qualification.