Job Vacancies at AVBOB South Africa

Description

• We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Department Head: Operations Support Insurance to lead and manage key operational, compliance, regulatory, system governance, and employee management functions within the Operations Support Insurance Department.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing business-critical systems, managing operational controls, driving process improvements, and leading a high-performing team to support the achievement of business objectives.
• You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values.  In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package. You will be working for an organisation that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage FAIS compliance, including the FSCA Central Register, Key Individuals, Representatives, Fit and Proper requirements, AML screening, and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee annual FSCA levies and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations.
• Lead system governance for Sinawe and Broker Connect, including change management, UAT testing, stakeholder coordination, and system improvements.
• Monitor and manage minimum wage governance, representative debt, and coaching administration.
• Drive operational controls, risk management, process improvements, and reporting.
• Lead, develop, and manage staff while ensuring compliance with HR policies and labour legislation.
• Provide operational support to management and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and training material.

Requirements

• Matric qualification.
• 6 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in the insurance industry.
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency in relevant software tools.
• Advanced Excel skills to manage and analyse complex data effectively.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Strong conflict management abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

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Description

• We are searching for  an individual with solid experience in managing sales teams to join the Midrand Life office. You will be responsible  for  driving performance of a team of sales representatives and ensuring that  business objectives are met.
• You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values which are customer centric.  In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package. 
• You will be working for an organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Recruit  high  quality  representatives  timeously  and  accurately
• Ensure  that  appointed  representatives  are  adequately  trained
• Manage  a  team  of   insurance  representatives  optimally
• Ensure  that  the  set  insurance  sales  targets  are  reached
• Ensure  and  monitor  compliance  with  respect  to  FAIS/FICA/LTIA  and  all  other  relevant  legislation
• Risk  management
• Develop  and  expand  markets

Requirements

• Grade  12
• A  suitable  industry  entry  qualification  within  the  requirements  of  the  FSCA
• Comply with FAIS legislation for registration as Fit and Proper individuals

Applicants who entered the industry as follows:

• From years 2004 – 2007 requires 30 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2009.
• From years 2008 - 2009 requires 30 credits or 60 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2011 or full FAIS recognised qualification obtained by 31 December 2013
• All those appointed in the industry from the year 2010 onwards require a full FAIS recognised qualification 
• Clear ITC
• Clear criminal record
• RE5  certificate
• RE1  will  be  an  advantage
• Drivers’  license,  own  reliable  transport  and  cell  phone
• Proven  success  in  the  Marketing  of  Life  Assurance  for  at  least  three  years

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Description

• We are searching for  an individual with solid experience in managing sales teams to join the Midrand Life office. You will be responsible  for  driving performance of a team of sales representatives and ensuring that  business objectives are met.
• You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values which are customer centric.  In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package. 
• You will be working for an organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Recruit  high  quality  representatives  timeously  and  accurately
• Ensure  that  appointed  representatives  are  adequately  trained
• Manage  a  team  of   insurance  representatives  optimally
• Ensure  that  the  set  insurance  sales  targets  are  reached
• Ensure  and  monitor  compliance  with  respect  to  FAIS/FICA/LTIA  and  all  other  relevant  legislation
• Risk  management
• Develop  and  expand  markets

Requirements

• Grade  12
• A  suitable  industry  entry  qualification  within  the  requirements  of  the  FSCA
• Comply with FAIS legislation for registration as Fit and Proper individuals

Applicants who entered the industry as follows:

• From years 2004 – 2007 requires 30 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2009.
• From years 2008 - 2009 requires 30 credits or 60 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2011 or full FAIS recognised qualification obtained by 31 December 2013
• All those appointed in the industry from the year 2010 onwards require a full FAIS recognised qualification 
• Clear ITC
• Clear criminal record
• RE5  certificate
• RE1  will  be  an  advantage
• Drivers’  license,  own  reliable  transport  and  cell  phone
• Proven  success  in  the  Marketing  of  Life  Assurance  for  at  least  three  years

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Description

• We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Finance Clerk to join our Finance Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing accurate financial and administrative support
• You will be working for a well-established company with strong values. In exchange for your services, you will receive a competitive compensation package. You will be joining an organisation that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Daily capturing of bank statements
• Daily checking and confirmation of bank detail changes
• Assisting Internal and external auditors with information during audits.
• General enquiries of unknown items on bank transactions
• Assist in capturing of bank statements
• Coding of bank statements
• Processing of journals
• Creating of invoice and payments for creditors

Requirements

• Grade 12 with Accounting
• Post graduate qualification will be advantageous
• 2 years or more of experience in a similar role / finance department
• Computer literacy
• Good interpersonal skills

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Description

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Positively uphold the AVBOB brand at all times.
• Arrangement and execution of funerals in line with AVBOB standards and client’s needs.
• Upholding high levels of customer services to AVBOB clients
• Operational management of the branch.
• Management of the AVBOB funeral branch in line with the legislative requirements.
• Management of infrastructure (buildings, fleet, operational equipment, etc.) in line with the set AVBOB standards.
• Management of AVBOB stakeholders (internal and external).
• Management training and development of branch staff.
• Business focus and drive to achieve business deliverables.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Relevant business related post-matric qualification.
• Computer literacy.

SKILS  REQUIRED  FOR  THE  POSITION:

• Business acumen (operational, sales, marketing and customer service).
• People management skills.
• Business and functional experience in the funeral industry will be an advantage.
• Good financial management experience will be a definite advantage.

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Description

• We are searching for an individual with solid experience in managing brokers to join Alternative Distribution. You will be responsible for driving performance of brokers and ensuring that business objectives are met.
• You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values which are customer centric.  In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package. 
• You will be working for an organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.
• Recruitment, Training and Management of Brokers
• Developing and expanding markets

Requirements

• Grade 12
• A suitable industry entry qualification within the requirements of the FSCA.
• Comply with FAIS legislation for registration as Fit and Proper individuals:

Applicants who entered the industry as follows:

• From years 2004 – 2007 requires 30 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2009. 
• From years 2008 - 2009 requires 30 credits or 60 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2011 or full FAIS recognized qualification obtained by 31 December 2013
• All those appointed in the industry from the year 2010 onwards require a full FAIS recognized qualification
• Clear ITC
• Clear criminal record
• RE5 certificate
• RE1 will be an advantage
• Driver’s license, own reliable transport and cell phone
• Have proven success in the Marketing of Life Assurance for at least three years
• Training and managements of brokers

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Description

• We are looking for a technically skilled candidate with above average troubleshooting skills and 3 years and above working experience in an IT support/service role. You will be the reference point for all IT-related queries. 
• You will be required to have a good understanding of the Microsoft M365 product family, Windows Installation, 3dr party software applications.   You should have strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to assess and clearly communicate technical and project risks.
• This position will under the leadership of the ICT Service Support Lead, diagnose, repair, and maintain hardware and software components to ensure the smooth running of computer systems. The responsibilities include installing and configuring computer hardware and being the strong point of contact for IT Infrastructure service support within the company. One of your key objective will be to ensure compliance of the AVBOB endpoint environment.
• You will be working for a last standing company with strong values which are customer centric. In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive package, which includes pension fund contributions and a medical aid allowance.
• You will have access to personal services through the employee assistance program and wellness programs. You will be working for an organisation that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• Install new end user devices, printers and switches, network equipment and configure systems according to business requirements.
• Perform installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of end user hardware, software, and peripheral devices.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and be responsible for testing, repairing, and replacing damaged hardware.
• Upgrading the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers and perform tests and evaluations of new software and hardware.
• Ensure security and privacy of networks and computer systems across end user devices.
• Providing support to users and being the sole point of contact for error resolving and reporting.
• Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions and access rights and administer all equipment, hardware, and software updates.
• Assist the Team Lead: ICT Service Technician with technical documentation and departmental Standard Operating Procedure for Infrastructure
• Provide input with drawing up procedural documentation as well as technical reports.
• Respond to hardware problems, updating system software as well as tracking data and communication used on networks.
• Respond to complex daily inbound support tickets and solve these problems by using standard operating procedures.
• Direct telephonic or face-to-face support to end-users to resolve any IT related issues.
• Work with the 1st line service desk agents to service more complex and integrated incidents and requests and give 2nd line updates on progress and technical solutions.
• Install and configure 3rd party software packages for end-user devices.
• Configure and support user e-mail accounts and Microsoft Outlook M365 and other related M365 suite products
• Ensure AVBOB approved anti-virus installation & updates are distributed to all AVBOB end user devices
• Work with 3rd  level administrators and ensure that all end user workstations are up to date with security patches monthly.
• Ensure AVBOB security principle applies on all end point devices and report anomalies to 3rd line specialists. MFA, Encryption
• Support the AVBOB approved end point communication and video conferencing solution:
• Microsoft Teams on user devices.

Requirements

• Matric
• N+ and A+
• ITIL certification
• Hold at least one tertiary IT diploma or Microsoft industry certification (MCP, MCSE, MCSA or other)
• Working towards one of the Microsoft end point configuration management certifications: MD-100 and MD-101or MD-102 or similar, Microsoft MCSE or other M365 certifications
• Valid Driver’s license
• Minimum of three years of experience in computer networks and systems maintenance
• Experience of managing multiple Microsoft platforms including M365, Exchange Online
• Solid experiencing with networking technologies like LAN, WAN, VPN, APN, DNS, DHCP
• Extensive experience and knowledge in IT networking 

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

• Must have a high level of comfort working in a rapidly changing, fast-paced start-up environment.
• Highly motivated, experienced, resourceful and efficient with a “Can Do” customer centric attitude
• Extensive knowledge of relevant operating systems and software.
• Telephonic / Video /Face-to-face call communication skills when assisting customers and troubleshooting
• Assisting internal and external users with hardware and software issues
• Attending internal and External meetings
• A good understanding of Security and Data Protection Act

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Description

• We are searching for an individual with solid experience in managing sales teams to join the Durban Life office. You will be responsible for  driving performance of a team of sales representatives and ensuring that business objectives are met.
• You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values which are customer centric.  In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package.  You will be working for an organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Recruit  high  quality  representatives  timeously  and  accurately
• Ensure  that  appointed  representatives  are  adequately  trained
• Manage  a  team  of   insurance  representatives  optimally
• Ensure  that  the  set  insurance  sales  targets  are  reached
• Ensure  and  monitor  compliance  with  respect  to  FAIS/FICA/LTIA  and  all  other  relevant  legislation
• Risk  management
• Develop  and  expand  markets

Requirements

• Grade  12
• A  suitable  industry  entry  qualification  within  the  requirements  of  the  Financial  Services  Board
• Comply with FAIS legislation for registration as Fit and Proper individuals

Applicants who entered the industry as follows:

• From years 2004 – 2007 requires 30 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2009.
• From years 2008 - 2009 requires 30 credits or 60 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2011 or full FAIS recognised qualification obtained by 31 December 2013
• All those appointed in the industry from the year 2010 onwards require a full FAIS recognised qualification 
• Clear ITC
• Clear criminal record
• RE5  certificate
• RE1  will  be  an  advantage
• Drivers’  license,  own  reliable  transport  and  cell  phone
• Proven  success  in  the  Marketing  of  Life  Assurance  for  at  least  three  years

go to method of application »

Description

• We are searching for an individual with solid experience in managing sales teams to join the Durban Life office. You will be responsible for  driving performance of a team of sales representatives and ensuring that business objectives are met.
• You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values which are customer centric.  In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package.  You will be working for an organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Recruit  high  quality  representatives  timeously  and  accurately
• Ensure  that  appointed  representatives  are  adequately  trained
• Manage  a  team  of   insurance  representatives  optimally
• Ensure  that  the  set  insurance  sales  targets  are  reached
• Ensure  and  monitor  compliance  with  respect  to  FAIS/FICA/LTIA  and  all  other  relevant  legislation
• Risk  management
• Develop  and  expand  markets

Requirements

• Grade  12
• A  suitable  industry  entry  qualification  within  the  requirements  of  the  Financial  Services  Board
• Comply with FAIS legislation for registration as Fit and Proper individuals

Applicants who entered the industry as follows:

• From years 2004 – 2007 requires 30 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2009.
• From years 2008 - 2009 requires 30 credits or 60 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2011 or full FAIS recognised qualification obtained by 31 December 2013
• All those appointed in the industry from the year 2010 onwards require a full FAIS recognised qualification 
• Clear ITC
• Clear criminal record
• RE5  certificate
• RE1  will  be  an  advantage
• Drivers’  license,  own  reliable  transport  and  cell  phone
• Proven  success  in  the  Marketing  of  Life  Assurance  for  at  least  three  years

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Description

• Marketing of Funeral Insurance, Savings Plans and related products
• Recruit funerals for the Funeral Division

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) and/ or tertiary education with 30 credits on NQF level 4
• Comply with FAIS legislation for registration as Fit and Proper individuals:
• Applicants who entered the industry as follows:
• From years 2004 – 2007 requires 30 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2009.
• From years 2008 - 2009 requires 30 credits or 60 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2011 or full FAIS recognised qualification obtained by 31 December 2013
• All those appointed in the industry from the year 2010 onwards require a full FAIS recognized  qualification
• Clear ITC credit record
• Clear criminal record
• RE 5 will be an advantage
• Marketing experience