Jobs at Optimal Growth Technologies

Key accountabilities and decision ownership:

• To allocate cash payments timeously of customer accounts
• To reduce past due debt
• To minimise bad debt
• To follow up on non-payments
• To negotiate payments on accounts
• To collect 100% of billing targets
• To liaise with 3rd parties to resolve account disputes involves meetings and
• negotiation with HODs, Financial Managers, FD,s
• Ability to liaise with EHODS & Executives

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

Job Related Skill:

• Interpersonal skills
• Negotiation (ability to liaise with CEO's, FM's and IT Managers, EHODS & exec Heads
• Excellent communication skills (Written & verbal)
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Analytical and investigative mind Job Knowledge:
• Intensive reconciliation and allocation on large accounts Large book values in excess of R 100 Million

• MS Excel advanced
• SAP
• Eppix

Qualification & Experience Required:

• Matric – Essential
• Credit Management (advantageous)
• 2-5 years of Credit control experience (Corporate Accounts)
• 1-2 Year Financial reconciliation experience (Large accounts in excess of R100m)
• 1-2 Year Financial reconciliation experience (Large accounts in excess of 1000 transactions)
• 1-2 Years in managing large accounts in excess of R100m
• 1-2 Years in managing accounts with high number of transactions (in excess of 1000 transactions)
• Experience in dealing with 3rd Parties to resolve account disputes
• Experience in dealing with EHODS, Exec Heads & other key stakeholders

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Overview

• We are seeking an experienced Senior E-Commerce / App Developer to join our network of project-based consultants. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, enhancing, and maintaining e-commerce platforms and mobile applications while ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and user experience.
• This role is ideal for a hands-on developer who can work independently, engage with stakeholders, and deliver high-quality solutions across various digital commerce and mobile application projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain e-commerce platforms and mobile applications.
• Build and integrate APIs, payment gateways, and third-party services.
• Develop responsive web and mobile solutions with a focus on user experience.
• Implement new features, enhancements, and platform optimisations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application, performance, and integration issues.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to development best practices.
• Optimise application performance, security, and scalability.
• Participate in solution architecture discussions and technical planning.
• Maintain technical documentation and deployment processes.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Proven experience developing e-commerce platforms and digital commerce solutions.
• Experience building and supporting mobile applications (iOS and/or Android).
• Strong understanding of API development and integrations.
• Experience with cloud-based environments and modern development practices.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture and design principles.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Technical Skills

Experience with several of the following:

• JavaScript / TypeScript
• React, Next.js, Angular, or Vue.js
• React Native, Flutter, Swift, or Kotlin
• Node.js, .NET, Java, or PHP
• RESTful APIs and GraphQL
• Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, or custom e-commerce platforms
• SQL and NoSQL databases
• Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
• Git, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices
• Payment gateway integrations
• Security and performance optimisation

Key Competencies

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Customer-focused mindset
• Attention to detail
• Results-driven approach
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred Experience

• Marketplace or online retail platforms
• Mobile commerce (m-commerce) applications
• Subscription-based products and payment systems
• Enterprise integrations and automation
• UX/UI collaboration and optimisation

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Summary

• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Trainer / Change Manager to lead organizational change management and training activities across technology solution initiatives and related releases.
• This role will be responsible for developing and executing change strategies, creating communication and training materials, coordinating training delivery, and ensuring business readiness for system and process changes.
• The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a solid understanding of change adoption best practices, and experience supporting large-scale transformation or technology-driven projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with project teams to plan and execute change management strategies that promote user adoption and minimize disruption.
• Develop and maintain a structured change management framework, including stakeholder analysis, impact assessments, readiness plans, and adoption tracking.
• Design, develop, and deliver training content (presentations, job aids, e-learning modules, and videos) tailored to various user groups.
• Coordinate and schedule training sessions (virtual and/or in-person), ensuring participation across impacted teams and regions.
• Manage communications related to business and system changes, including announcements, updates, and stakeholder briefings.
• Establish and maintain a centralized repository for training materials, job aids, FAQs, and user support documentation.
• Collaborate with business and functional leads to identify training needs for ongoing releases and initiatives.
• Conduct post-training evaluations and gather user feedback to measure effectiveness and continuously improve delivery.
• Act as the primary point of contact for end-user queries related to change initiatives and training support.
• Maintain documentation for change and training activities to support knowledge transfer and ongoing reference.
• Ensure all change and training activities align with organizational governance and compliance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in change management and training practices across the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in change management, training, or communications within large-scale transformation or technology solution environments.
• Proven ability to plan and execute end-to-end change management and training initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and French.
• Experience designing and delivering training across multiple formats (instructor-led, virtual, and self-paced learning).
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and adapt messaging for different audiences.
• Experience working within structured governance or compliance-driven environments.
• Proficiency in standard business tools (e.g., document creation, presentations, collaboration platforms).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Position Overview

• We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Executive New Business to drive enterprise opportunities across Microsoft offerings. The successful candidate will be responsible for expanding our local and regional client base with services, licenses, and solutions across the Microsoft stack of cloud technologies, including Azure, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Fabric, Copilot/AI, and Professional Services.
• This role requires a dynamic professional with a proven track record in enterprise sales, new business development, and consultative selling to C-suite stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business development to achieve sales targets across Microsoft technologies.
• Identify, qualify, and close enterprise opportunities through consultative engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers, including CIOs, CTOs, and CFOs.
• Deliver compelling business cases and ROI-driven proposals to clients.
• Collaborate with internal technical and delivery teams to align solutions with customer needs.
• Stay current with Microsoft product roadmap, partner ecosystem, and market trends.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation through negotiation to contract closure.
• Prepare accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and account plans.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years enterprise sales experience, with proven success in new business development.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft cloud solutions, including:

• Azure
• Dynamics 365
• Power Platform
• Fabric
• Copilot/AI services
• Experience in consultative/solution selling and ability to articulate business value and digital transformation benefits.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with C-level executives.
• Resilient, target-driven, and self-motivated with a hunter mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a Microsoft Partner environment.
• Exposure to multi-cloud solutions and digital transformation projects.
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft cloud technologies (advantageous).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of quarterly and annual new business revenue targets.
• Growth of pipeline opportunities across targeted industries.
• Customer satisfaction and retention through successful solution delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and convert new enterprise accounts.

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Position Overview

• We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Executive New Business to drive enterprise opportunities across Microsoft offerings. The successful candidate will be responsible for expanding our local and regional client base with services, licenses, and solutions across the Microsoft stack of cloud technologies, including Azure, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Fabric, Copilot/AI, and Professional Services.
• This role requires a dynamic professional with a proven track record in enterprise sales, new business development, and consultative selling to C-suite stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business development to achieve sales targets across Microsoft technologies.
• Identify, qualify, and close enterprise opportunities through consultative engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers, including CIOs, CTOs, and CFOs.
• Deliver compelling business cases and ROI-driven proposals to clients.
• Collaborate with internal technical and delivery teams to align solutions with customer needs.
• Stay current with Microsoft product roadmap, partner ecosystem, and market trends.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation through negotiation to contract closure.
• Prepare accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and account plans.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years enterprise sales experience, with proven success in new business development.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft cloud solutions, including:

• Azure
• Dynamics 365
• Power Platform
• Fabric
• Copilot/AI services
• Experience in consultative/solution selling and ability to articulate business value and digital transformation benefits.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with C-level executives.
• Resilient, target-driven, and self-motivated with a hunter mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a Microsoft Partner environment.
• Exposure to multi-cloud solutions and digital transformation projects.
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft cloud technologies (advantageous).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of quarterly and annual new business revenue targets.
• Growth of pipeline opportunities across targeted industries.
• Customer satisfaction and retention through successful solution delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and convert new enterprise accounts.

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Position Overview

• We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Executive New Business to drive enterprise opportunities across Microsoft offerings. The successful candidate will be responsible for expanding our local and regional client base with services, licenses, and solutions across the Microsoft stack of cloud technologies, including Azure, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Fabric, Copilot/AI, and Professional Services.
• This role requires a dynamic professional with a proven track record in enterprise sales, new business development, and consultative selling to C-suite stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business development to achieve sales targets across Microsoft technologies.
• Identify, qualify, and close enterprise opportunities through consultative engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers, including CIOs, CTOs, and CFOs.
• Deliver compelling business cases and ROI-driven proposals to clients.
• Collaborate with internal technical and delivery teams to align solutions with customer needs.
• Stay current with Microsoft product roadmap, partner ecosystem, and market trends.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation through negotiation to contract closure.
• Prepare accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and account plans.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years enterprise sales experience, with proven success in new business development.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft cloud solutions, including:

• Azure
• Dynamics 365
• Power Platform
• Fabric
• Copilot/AI services
• Experience in consultative/solution selling and ability to articulate business value and digital transformation benefits.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with C-level executives.
• Resilient, target-driven, and self-motivated with a hunter mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a Microsoft Partner environment.
• Exposure to multi-cloud solutions and digital transformation projects.
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft cloud technologies (advantageous).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of quarterly and annual new business revenue targets.
• Growth of pipeline opportunities across targeted industries.
• Customer satisfaction and retention through successful solution delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and convert new enterprise accounts.

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Role purpose:

• Support the design, development, and implementation of advanced cyber security controls across companies' mobile, fixed, satellite, cloud, and IoT networks to protect against evolving threats.
• Conduct risk assessments, collaborate with stakeholders, and contribute to the delivery of security solutions. Provide subject matter expertise to guide junior staff, and actively support the Principal Specialist in driving technical delivery and ensuring alignment with operational priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Support Security Implementation Contribute to the design and execution of cyber security strategies for mobile, fixed, satellite, cloud, and IoT networks, applying SME-level knowledge to ensure resilience against advanced threats.
• Assist Workstream Delivery Support the Principal Specialist in delivering technical activities across Enterprise domains—Enterprise CPE, Core Network, Network Management Systems, Office Connectivity, Cyber Security Controls, Monitoring & Analytics, and Measurement & Assurance—through scope definition, design input, deployment support, and quality review.
• Cyber Risk and Compliance Support - Perform targeted risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation measures, ensuring alignment with ISO27001, NIST, and applicable regulations.
• Enhance Monitoring and Assurance - Assist in implementing processes for near real-time threat detection and continuous

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience

Essential

• Matric / Grade 12 essential
• 3-year Degree or relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a cyber security role focused on delivering business outcomes for Enterprise and IP networks
• Strong understanding of cyber risk management and security frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise/fixed network technologies, including CPE, IP Core, and associated network management systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, analyse, and resolve complex security issues in large-scale network environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical

security posture assessment, integrating tools such as SIEM and NetFlow, and supporting second-line assurance validation.

• SME Guidance and Team Collaboration Provide technical mentorship to junior cyber security team members, fostering collaboration and innovation while ensuring execution quality.
• Act as a trusted technical adviser to the Principal Specialist concepts to both technical and non -technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and governance functions
• Strong organisational skills, with the capability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables concurrently

Desired

• Industry certifications such as ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Auditor/Practitioner, CISM, or CISSP are strongly preferred
• Experience working in a multi-country telecom or large-scale enterprise environment

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Role purpose:

• We are seeking a versatile and skilled Open-Source Database Administrator (DBA) to join our database support team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, management, optimisation, and security of open-source database environments that power critical business applications.
• In this role, you will collaborate closely with business owners, developers, DevOps, Infrastructure, and SecOps teams to ensure the high availability, performance, scalability, and security of critical data platforms.
• This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the stability and continuous improvement of enterprise database environments while supporting business-critical systems and services.

Role description:

Key Responsibilities

• Open-Source Database Support
• Support the current PostgreSQL open-source databases.
• Future open-source databases can include MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis, etc.
• Support cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL).
• Manage & maintain the Oracle Golden Gate (OGG) replication environment which include troubleshooting and resolving issues related to OGG replication.
• Provide 24/7 support for critical systems, including on-call rotations

Design, Install & Maintain

• Design and implement high-availability, replication, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Install, configure, and maintain open source databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MariaDB in development, test, and production environments.
• Execute patching updates, upgrades & migrations

Monitoring & Capacity Management

• Monitor and tune database performance to meet SLAs.
• Perform capacity planning and resource allocation.

Backup & Recovery

• Develop and manage robust backup and recovery strategies using appropriate tools.
• Ensure active-active and DR environments are all in sync to facilitate BCM activities
• Automation: Automate administrative tasks using scripts, configuration management, IaC and CI/CD tools.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with your team members in an agile framework to provide open-source database services and support.
• Collaborate with business and IT teams in a project context to work on new initiatives and requirements.
• Security & Risk Management : Ensure data security through proper user management, permissions, and encryption techniques of the databases.
• Documentation & Reporting: Provide regular updates to management on support & project status, challenges, and risks.
• Document database configurations, processes, and best practices.
• Stay current with open source database technologies and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Information Security: Comply with MPA's information security policy, standards and procedures
• Report all suspected security and/or policy breaches and potential security risks to MPA Corporate Security
• Protect MPA's information assets from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference
• Protect your user accounts and associated passwords.

Competencies / Skills

Technical / Professional Expertise

• Project Management skills
• Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills to support work in reactive and proactive environments
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Proven track record of managing and maintaining PostgreSQL and other open-source databases.
• Should be a good team player and should be able perform well under stress
• Teamwork. Ability to operate effectively in a technically complex environment.
• Act with Simplicity and Speed
• High level of Trust and Trusted Essential:
• Educated to degree level in STEM or equivalent working experience.
• At least 5 years' experience in managing PostgreSQL or open-source databases in a production environment.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL architecture, internals, and tools.
• Hands-on experience with replication, high availability, and disaster recovery.
• Proficiency in writing and tuning SQL queries.
• Have exposure to the SAFe Agile framework.
• Have worked in Hybrid Cloud environments like Microsoft Azure.
• Solid understanding of Linux administration (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Zabbix) and automation frameworks (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).

Desirable:

• Optional Certifications - EDB Certified PostgreSQL Associate/Professional; Relevant cloud platform certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP); Linux administration certifications.
• ITIL Service Management experience
• Demonstrable working knowledge and competence using JIRA and Confluence
• Experience with DevOps and DevSecOps teams.
• Experience working within a multi-national team and serving customers from multiple countries would be of benefit.
• Familiarity with cloud-based database services (AWS RDS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.
• Knowledge of Oracle databases with experience in the RAC, Grid, ASM and data guard technologies.
• Knowledge of Oracle engineered systems (EXADATA & ZFS) and familiarity with Exadata System Software and monitoring tools (e.g., ExaWatcher).

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ROLE PURPOSE:

• To manage Landlord relationships, end to end within company
• Cession of Lease Agreements: To obtain consent from landlords for the transfer of existing lease agreements
• Lease Renewals: To manage and renew lease agreements, ensuring favorable terms for the company.
• To manage strategic and operational Property related projects, negotiations, and reporting

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Build and maintain good business relationships with landlords in line with company services and ;
• Performance Management Framework and objectives
• Stakeholder engagement with relevant landlords, stakeholder and government bodies/ associations to strategically position the company to achieve its long-term objectives.
• Implement the companies services strategy with the aim of maximizing onward tenancies and cost containment in the long run
• Timely renewal and lease renegotiation of rentals (focus on reduction of rentals)
• To facilitate communication between company, Landlord and contractors.
• Regular Site Meetings and updates with Landlords
• Dispute resolution and ensuring business continuity
• Manage ground rent direct expense budget
• Support of site activities and access including upgrades through close coordination with landlords and customer stakeholders
• Reporting and tracking, on the status of lease agreements and negotiations
• Liaising with Landlord Relationship Specialists, requires teamwork and the ability to work as a unit within a larger property management framework
• Working on ad-hoc projects as requested by line manager and the organization

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Understanding of Basic Telecommunications Principles and site layout.
• Negotiation Skills including dispute management skills, is vital
• Communication Skills, essential for liaising with various stakeholders, including landlords, contractors, and internal teams.
• Contract management: Having understanding and Business acumen in dealing with contract clauses and implementation, ensuring all legal and procedural requirements are complied to.
• Organizational Skills, necessary for managing multiple leases, renewals, and workload
• Problem-Solving Skills, useful for addressing any issues that arise during the negotiation or cession process.
• Attention to Detail and reporting skills: Critical for drafting leases, capturing information,
• Excel, smart sheets and systems knowledge and ability to report on and analyse statistics.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Landlord dispute resolution / management / Persuasion and influencing skills
• Contract management and basic contract law
• Relationship management
• Stakeholder management
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Town Planning Environment
• Understanding of Geographical Maps

TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant 3 year Degree / National Diploma / Equivalent experience (Knowledge Skill Abilities) in Property, Town Panning, Law, or relevant Built Environment qualification.
• Understanding of basic business principles
• Relevant Property Legislation & leasing
• Knowledge of Policies and procedures
• 3- 5 years experience in a similar role
• 3 - 5 years Negotiating experience
• 3 - 5 years working with property/base stations/telecoms (Desirable)