AECI is a South African based explosive and speciality chemical company focused on providing products and services to a broad spectrum of customers in the mining, manufacturing, agricultural, food and beverage, and general industrial sectors. it has regional and international businesses in Africa,South-East Asia, the USA and Australia.
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Job Description
Purpose of the Job
- The Data & Analytics Business Engagement Lead will act as the primary liaison between business units and the central data & analytics team.
- This role is responsible for identifying analytical needs across departments, leading a team of data analysts and BI developers, and ensuring that data-driven solutions are aligned with business goals and deliver measurable value.
Business engagement
- Manage and lead all stakeholder engagement and communication and act as a liaison between business leadership, IT teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration and alignment to the strategic priorities of the global business.
- Lead and manage the communication of the strategic benefits and value of enterprise architecture to stakeholders at all levels across the global operations. B
- Ensure and manage the provision of regular updates and reports on architecture initiatives and projects.
Data & Analytics value add
- Track and monitor the percentage of D&A portfolio aligned with business strategy and measure the extent to which D&A portfolio is directly supporting the organization's strategic goals.
- Manage and track the time to market for new IT initiatives and will be measured against the speed at which the team delivers new D&As that support business needs.
- Manage and track the Return on investment (ROI) for D&A portfolio and assess the financial benefits of IT portfolio investments, ensuring that the organization is getting a good return on its D&As spending.
- Manage and track the number of architecture deviations identified in the D&A lifecycle and to identify and address any deviations, ensuring consistency and maintainability
Develop and maintain IT documentation
- Lead the implementation of the D&A management frameworks and methodologies across local and global operations.
- Establish and enforce architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices across all enterprise D&A
- Develop and maintain D&A lifecycle documentation, including blueprints, roadmaps, and reference model.
- Measure the level of documentation completeness and comprehensiveness of the D&A portfolio documentation, ensuring that all stakeholders have access to the necessary information
People Management
- Promote a culture that supports high performance through performance management and employee engagement
- Mentoring, coaching and developing of the international teams
- Lead and develop a large multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective communication, training, and development opportunities
Qualifications & Experience
- IT related degree
- A Postgraduate qualification will be advantageous
- 5-8 years’ experience in IT with a minimum of 3 years in a Business Engagement role.
- Experience working with various user applications (SAP ECC, Syspro, Success Factors etc.)
- Experience in SAP BW, SAP BPC, SAC, Power BI
- Experience with data modelling, ETL pipelines, and data governance frameworks
- Create a dynamic environment that promotes and rewards high performance
Personal Attributes
- Numerical & Mathematical
- Project Management
- Attention to detail
- Presentation skills
- Analytical Skills
- Planning & Organising
- IT Management
- Analytics & BI
- Data and Analytics
- Change Management
- Risk Management and Security
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Regulatory and Governance
- Continuous Improvement and Innovation
- Team Leadership and Development
- Relating and Networking
- Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
- Applying Expertise & Technology
- Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
- Following Instructions & Procedures
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Job Description
- The Data Integration & AI Architect plays a crucial role in designing and managing data ecosystems (platforms) that support AI-driven decision-making.
Key Performance Areas:
- Data Flow Optimization – Ensuring seamless data movement across platforms to enhance accessibility.
- Reducing Data Silos – Integrating disparate data sources to create a unified and consistent data environment.
- AI Infrastructure Design – Building scalable architectures that support AI models and machine learning applications.
- Data Governance & Security – Implementing policies to ensure data integrity, compliance, and protection.
- Decision-Making Enhancement – Leveraging integrated data insights to improve business intelligence and strategic planning
Key Performance Indicators:
- Measuring the speed and reliability of data extraction, transformation, and loading
- Ensuring high availability of integrated data platforms.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of AI predictions
- Assessing improvements in automation and workflow optimization
- Tracking the accuracy of AI-driven forecasts.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree – A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
Advantageous:
AI & Machine Learning Certifications:
- AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty – Focuses on AI and ML solutions in AWS.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate – Covers AI solutions in Azure.
- Google Professional Machine Learning Engineer – Specializes in AI and ML on Google Cloud.
Data Integration & Cloud Certifications:
- Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) – Covers data governance and integration.
- Google Cloud Certified – Professional Data Engineer – Focuses on data processing and integration.
- IBM Certified Data Architect – Big Data – Specializes in big data architecture
- A Data Integration & AI Architect requires minimum 10 years’ experience in data management, cloud computing, and AI-driven solutions
Technical Skills:
- Data Integration – Expertise in ETL processes, APIs, and data pipelines.
- AI & Machine Learning – Strong understanding of deep learning, NLP, and predictive analytics.
- Cloud Platforms – Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Big Data Technologies – Proficiency in Hadoop, Spark, NoSQL databases, and data lakes.
- Security & Compliance – Knowledge of data protection, encryption, and regulatory standards.
Knowledge (professional experience)
- Solution Architecture – Designing scalable AI and data integration solutions.
- Stakeholder Collaboration – Working with business leaders to align AI strategies with company goals.
- Data Governance – Implementing policies for data integrity, compliance, and security.
- Performance Optimization – Enhancing AI models and data pipelines for efficiency
Behaviours (Attributes)
- Problem-Solving – Ability to troubleshoot complex data and AI challenges.
- Communication – Clear articulation of technical solutions to stakeholders.
- Leadership – Guiding teams in AI adoption and data integration strategies.
- Strategic Thinking – Aligning AI and data solutions with business objectives.
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Key Performance Areas:
- Network Architecture Design – Creating efficient, scalable, and secure network solutions, including LAN, WAN, and WLAN.
- Cloud Infrastructure Development – Designing cloud-based solutions that align with business objectives, ensuring flexibility, security, and scalability.
- Security and Compliance – Implementing security measures to protect data and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Integration and Optimization – Enhancing existing network and cloud systems for better performance and cost efficiency.
- Collaboration and Strategy – Working with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals
Key Performance Indicators:
- Innovation Score - Implementation rate of new technologies within cloud and network solutions
- Network Latency - Measuring delays in data transmission to optimize performance
- Cloud Adoption & Migration Success Rate - Effectiveness of transitioning applications and data to the cloud
- Cloud Cost Optimization - Efficient management of cloud expenses to reduce unnecessary costs
- Connectivity & Uptime - Ensuring stable connections and minimal downtime
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree – A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or any related field.
Advantageous:
Cloud Architecture Certifications:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional – Focuses on designing complex cloud solutions on AWS.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert – Covers Azure-based cloud architecture and implementation.
- Google Professional Cloud Architect – Specializes in Google Cloud architecture and optimization
Networking Certifications
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Infrastructure – Validates expert-level networking skills. advantageous
- Juniper Networks Certified Enterprise Routing and Switching Expert (JNCIE-ENT) – Focuses on advanced networking solutions. advantageous
- VMware Certified Advanced Professional – Network Virtualization Design (VCAP-NV Design) – Covers network virtualization
- CCNP
Security & Specialized Certifications
- AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty – Focuses on networking within AWS environments.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate – Covers networking solutions in Azure.
- CompTIA Network+ – Provides foundational networking knowledge
- Extensive (10+ years) experience in networking, cloud computing, and IT architecture: Design, build and optimise fit for purpose architecture artifacts
Technical Skills
- Cloud Platforms – Deep expertise in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Networking – Strong knowledge of Software defined networks, TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls, and load balancing
- Security & Compliance – Experience with security frameworks, encryption, and regulatory standards.
- DevOps & Automation – Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, Docker, and Terraform
Knowledge
- Solution Design – Experience in designing scalable, secure cloud solutions.
- Stakeholder Collaboration – Working with business leaders to align cloud solutions with company goals.
- Cost Optimization – Implementing cost-effective cloud infrastructure strategies
Behaviours (Attributes)
- Problem-Solving – Ability to troubleshoot complex network and cloud issues.
- Communication – Clear articulation of technical solutions to stakeholders.
- Leadership – Guiding teams in cloud adoption and network optimization.
- Strategic Thinking – Aligning cloud solutions with business objectives
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Role Purpose
- The purpose of the Accounts Payable Administrator role is to validate and process supplier invoices reconcile account and prepare payments.
- Process AP transactions on the system e.g., vendor invoices, ad-hoc vendor requests, credit notes, rejected invoices, one-time vendors, AP document reversals, alternate payee requests, etc.)
- Match POs, GRNs and invoices for payment processing (2 & 3-way matching)
- Process GR/IR reports to identify variances on accruals and inform relevant stakeholders
- Reconciling vendor accounts by matching invoices to orders placed and/ delivery notes received; validating and debit or credit notes passed; monitoring discount opportunities, scheduling and preparing vendor payments; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies (price and quantity etc)
- Distribute payment list to various countries
- Prepare bank instruction form for foreign payments
- Liaise with SAP CoE to ensure accuracy of vendor master data
- Inform vendors of invoices rejected, the reasons thereof and obtain confirmation of receipt of notification (RSA only)
- Address and resolve queries raised by vendors via call and query handling system
- Comply with AP policies and procedures
- Comply with SLA criteria (specific to area of responsibility)
- Comply with Safety, Health and Environment standards
- Overtime when required
Qualifications & Experience
- Matric with accounting as a subject
- Relevant certificate or diploma
- 2 – 4 years accounts payable or general accounting experience
- Manufacturing Industry (advantageous)
- A high degree of computer literacy including knowledge of the MS Office Suite – especially MS Excel and Word
- SAP ECC6 knowledge
- VIM (advantageous)
Personal Attributes
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication
- Problem solving skills
- MS Office
- Analytical and Conceptual
- Communication (written and verbal)
- Relationship Building
- Multi-tasking
- Attention to detail
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Purpose of the job
- To manage and lead the provision of engineering services within East Cluster area and to ensure the application of AECI standards and strategy to the delivery of strategic engineering projects, maintenance of plants and equipment, adherence to governance, compliance and statutory requirements, and to provide specialist engineering advice to production, safety and technical
Required outputs: Functional
- Maintenance planning and execution
- Execution of strategic engineering projects and change management
- Develop and track maintenance budget
- People management and development
- Drive management of external contractors and professional services
- Lead efforts to ensure continuous business improvement and technical support
- Ensure compliance with governance and procedures
- Ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental standards
Qualifications & Experience
- National Diploma, B-Tech & BSc Electrical or Mechanical engineering
- In possession of a Government Certificate of Competency (advantageous)
- At least 5 - 10 years’ relevant experience
- Knowledge of the OHS Act and Explosive Act
- Extensive knowledge of project management and stakeholder relations in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Sound knowledge of the technologies used in the explosives industry
- Technical knowledge of Mobile Manufacturing Units
- Ability to analyse maintenance data and generate reports
- In-depth knowledge and experience in hazard control and risk assessments
- In-depth knowledge of engineering principles, standards and maintenance management systems (CMMS, SAP PM) in a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of best maintenance practice & asset management
- Must have experience working on hydraulics and pneumatics
- A good understanding and knowledge of safety standards and quality management
Personal Attributes
Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)
Leadership
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Coaching and mentoring ability
- Analytical and conceptual thinking
- Attention to detail and concern for standards
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Job Description
- Purpose of the Job: The Change Manager is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of change across both IT systems and business processes are managed in a structured, controlled, and people-centric manner.
- This role bridges the gap between technical change and business transformation by planning, coordinating, and implementing change initiatives that enable successful adoption with minimal disruption.
- The incumbent will drive change strategies, ensure alignment with organisational goals, manage stakeholder expectations, and support affected users through the change lifecycle.
- This includes oversight of IT system releases, process redesign, organisational changes, and cultural shifts necessary to realise full benefits from strategic initiatives.
Change Planning and Execution
- Develop change management plans (communication, training, engagement).
- Integrate change plans with project delivery schedules.
- Customise strategy based on change impact and organisational readiness.
IT Change Governance
- Change calendar management
- Conflict and dependency identification
- Support change request process
- Implement change control governance to ensure compliance and audit readiness
Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction
- Conduct stakeholder analyses and engagement mapping.
- Maintain regular, tailored communication with stakeholder groups.
- Facilitate feedback loops and act on concerns.
Training Effectiveness
- Conduct training needs analysis.
- Design or coordinate training sessions and materials.
- Support development of templates, user guides, quick reference tools, and FAQs.
Business Readiness and User Adoption
- Conduct business readiness assessments.
- Drive readiness checkpoints and go-live planning sessions.
- Support super users and champions pre- and post-launch.
Continuous Improvement
- Conduct post-implementation reviews and adoption checks.
- Collaborate with business leads to monitor performance improvements.
- Embed change practices into standard operating procedures.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organisational Development, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Change Management certification preferred (e.g., Prosci, APMG Change Management, ADKAR).
- Project Management certification is a plus (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe).
- 5+ years of experience in change management, with at least 3 years focused on IT or technology-enabled projects.
- Proven experience in business transformation or ERP/system implementations (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft).
- Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall delivery environments.
- Experience working with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
Competencies Required
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation capabilities.
- Proficiency in tools like MS Office, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and change management platforms.
- Deep understanding of change management frameworks (e.g. ADKAR, Kotter).
- Familiarity with IT project lifecycles, SDLC, and system deployment strategies.
- Understanding of ITIL change control processes.
- Empathetic and people-focused.
- Resilient and adaptable in dynamic environments.
- Confident decision-maker and problem solver.
- Collaborative, with the ability to influence at all levels.
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Purpose of the job
- Carry out maintenance of electrical equipment.
- Attend to day-to-day breakdowns as per job cards.
- Ensure that electrical installations are compliant and up to standard.
Required outputs: Functional:
- To complete apprenticeship program theoretical and practical experience.
- To be involved in the servicing, repair and installation of various electrical equipment.
- Complete maintenance work on electrical equipment including testing malfunctioning equipment, identifying defects, trouble shooting, repairing equipment, and replacing defective parts.
- Assist with new and upgrade installations of building electrical wiring and AC 3-phase motors.
- On occasion required to carry out miscellaneous legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as instructed by the Electrician or Maintenance Team Leader.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards, rules, and regulations.
- Assist with breakdown maintenance of electrical equipment.
- Assist with testing and commissioning of electrical equipment.
- Make use of electrical testing equipment of power and handouts.
- Ensure accurate and honest reporting of incidents, near misses and safety hazards
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum education Grade 12 with a post matric qualification (N3 Electrical)
- Basic awareness of SANS 10142 wiring code
- Awareness of Merseta apprenticeship requirements.
- Must be computer literate.
- Basic awareness of OHSAct.
- Must possess good report writing skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team and be deadline driven.
Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)
- Safety awareness.
- Work standards.
- Deciding and initiating action
- Working with people.
- Working independently
- Problem solving
- Adhering to principles and values
- Excellent communication (verbal and written)
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Job Description
- Purpose of the Job: The Systems Engineer is responsible for providing first-line support for all non-Microsoft applications within the organization, including but not limited to Syspro, SAP, Cognos, and operational technology (OT) devices such as scanners.
- The role requires strong technical skills to troubleshoot issues at a foundational level, resolve incidents efficiently, and escalate where necessary.
- The individual must be able to prioritize tasks, coordinate with users and service providers during issue resolution, and manage service delivery.
- Additionally, the Systems Engineer will be responsible for planning and executing system upgrades and patches, communicating planned downtimes, and ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Application and System Support
- Provide first-line support for non-Microsoft business systems (e.g., Syspro, SAP, Cognos)
- Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and service requests within agreed SLAs
- Maintain availability and performance of supported systems
Patch Management and Upgrades
- Plan, coordinate, and execute system updates, patches, and upgrades
- Ensure change control processes are followed
- Minimize downtime and disruption through effective communication and planning
Service Delivery & SLA Management
- Monitor and manage ticket queues for assigned systems
- Track performance against SLAs and take corrective action as needed
- Escalate unresolved issues and ensure timely follow-up
System Documentation and Knowledge Management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation
- Contribute to the knowledge base for common issues and procedures
- Document changes, upgrades, and known errors for future reference
Continuous Improvement & Root Cause Analysis
- Identify recurring issues and contribute to long-term solutions
- Participate in problem management and root cause analysis efforts
- Recommend improvements to systems, processes, and support models
Vendor and Service Provider Coordination
- Liaise with third-party vendors for support, escalations, and service improvement
- Ensure vendor performance aligns with service expectations
- Manage communication during outages or planned work involving external providers
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Information Technology or related field
- ITIL Foundation
- Minimum 5 years of experience IT systems or enterprise application support roles
- Syspro (MUST have), SAP or Cognos support experience will be beneficial
- Solid understanding and application of ITIL processes
- Experience planning and executing system upgrades, patches, and application lifecycle management
- Experience compiling system reports and contributing to root cause analysis (RCA) efforts
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams (infra, dev, security) during escalations or planned changes
Competencies Required:
- Enterprise Application Support (e.g., Syspro, SAP, Cognos)
- Operational Technology (OT) Device Support (e.g., scanners, handheld devices)
- Strong incident resolution and troubleshooting abilities
- Patch management and system upgrade planning
- Familiarity with ServiceNow
- Basic understanding of networking, databases, and system integrations
- SLA and performance monitoring experience
- Knowledge of ITIL frameworks, especially Incident, Problem, and Change Management
- Scripting or automation skills - advantageous
- Analytical thinking: Ability to diagnose and resolve issues quickly and effectively
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Customer service orientation: User-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence
- Time management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple incidents concurrently
- Attention to detail: Ensures accuracy in support, documentation, and patching activities
- Adaptability: Able to learn new systems and respond to dynamic support environments
- Team collaboration: Works well across teams including service desk, infrastructure, security, and vendors
- Proactive mindset: Identifies potential issues before they impact users and suggests improvements
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Job Description
- Purpose of the job: To operate, manage and maintain all aspects of a mobile manufacturing unit in order to meet the customers’ requirements within the standards and procedures as defined by AECI.
- Managing and operating all aspects of a mobile manufacturing unit (MMU) in order to meet the customer requirements with the standards and procedures as defined by AECI.
- Carry out regular inspections in terms of SABS and World Class on fixed plant and MMU to identify non-conformances and institute preventative measures as well as to achieve continuous improvement.
- Assist in eliminating all sources of waste and controlling of operating costs within the budgeted parameters.
- Assist in ensuring that the region delivers on financial requirements as agreed within the annual budget.
- Assist in closing or stemming of charged holes.
- Complete minor maintenance on MMU when required.
- Ensure Quality products are supplied.
- To maintain vehicle records in the MMU’s.
- To ensure MMU’s are submitted for services according to maintenance schedules.
- To ensure monthly maintenance is carried out according to World Class standard.
- To ensure MMU is kept clean at all times.
- To assist FSS in ensuring MMU licensing and roadworthiness are always up to date.
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Valid Code EC Drivers Licence is essential (please attach a copy of your driver’s licence to your application).
- The applicants must be able to obtain a Red Ticket and a PrDP.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Must be able to pass Psychomotor assessment
Personal attributes
- Communication skills
- Team player
- Accuracy
- Sense of urgency
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Work independently
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Job Description
- Purpose of the job To assist with housekeeping activities and charging of blasts.
- To assist the MMU Controller in managing and operating all aspects of a mobile manufacturing unit (MMU – BLEND truck) in order to meet the customer requirements with the standards and procedures as defined by AECI (OTIF).
- To Assist the MMU Controller in the carrying out of regular inspections in terms of SABS and World Class on fixed plant and MMUs to identify non-conformances and institute preventative measures as well as to achieve continuous improvement.
- Assist in all blasting related functions required (for example, measuring holes, closing or stemming of charged holes, guarding, cleaning etc.)
- Housekeeping at Site
- Cleanliness of wash bay and truck park
- Cleanliness of trucks
- Loading and unloading of products into trucks
- Assist in charging up duties on the bench
- Assist in closing or stemming of charged holes.
- Loading and unloading of packaged explosives and accessories
- To observe all legal requirements while at the depot
- To ensure MMU’s are always kept clean according to the World Class Standards
- Ability to work independently.
- All blasting related functions as required
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12
- Code B driver’s licence
- Safe working practices
- Product knowledge
- Hazardous product handling
- Must be able to obtain a red ticket health clearance
Personal attributes
- Sense of urgency
- Be able to work under pressure
- Good written and oral communication skills with all level in the organisation
- Problem solving skills
- Accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Flexible
- Team player
- Follow-up on actions for completion
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Job Description
Purpose of the job:
- To manage all activities related to the depot (Mankwe) in respect of subordinates, magazine and stock control, costs and assist management in maintaining document control.
- Magazine Management (Mankwe & Kalgold)
- Overseeing the operation of the magazines at both sites.
- Coordinating and managing all deliveries and orders.
- Conducting regular cycle counts to ensure stock accuracy and compliance.
- Stock Control.
- Documentation and Compliance
- Maintaining world-class document control standards.
- Ensuring all contractor packs are up to date and compliant with mine requirements.
- Medical and Safety Administration
- Booking and coordinating all medical appointments required by the mines.
- Managing and tracking all relevant medical and safety documentation for personnel and contractors.
- Manage employee training matrix.
- Administrative Support
- Capturing and processing all overtime records accurately.
- Assisting Sales Office administrator with creating and managing purchase orders.
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12 or equivalent with 5 years’ administrative experience.
- A secretarial diploma would be an advantage.
- Understanding of the Explosives Act and Regulations will be an advantage.
- Valid driver’s license - Code B.
- Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Debtors experience.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of SAP would be an advantage.
- Magazine Master certificate would be advantageous.
Personal attributes
- Sense of urgency.
- Being able to work under pressure.
- Good communication skills at all levels in the organization.
- Problem solving skills.
- Accuracy.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Flexible.
- Follow up on actions for completion.
- Work independently and on own initiative.
- Based at Mogwase.
- Must have own transport.
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