6 Executive jobs

Key Account Manager – Software Development Cape Town - Blouberg Salary range: R 25 000 - 32 000 pm   We are looking for an experienced individual to assist with the day to day running of our account as well as taking responsibility for growing the accounts and sourcing new business. Preference will be given to candidates that have experience in working in Agile software development environments, as well as someone who takes a keen interest in business process automation and how to creatively apply bespoke cloud-based software solution to achieve optimal business efficiency for existing and new customers

Senior Fundraiser & Campaign Manager Salary:                                   TBC Location:                             Sandton/Midrand   A fantastic opportunity has come up for an energetic and passionate individual to lead the fundraising and donor engagement of an exciting social start up. The Senior Fundraiser & Campaign Manager will have strong fundraising abilities, including the ability to raise considerable amounts for coding in school projects as well as mobilize key stakeholders to engage and become part of this movement.   Should you meet all the above requirements, please email your CV to Amber on recruit@changetheworld.org.za

Purpose of Role: Leading operational teams and collaborate with other Senior Operations Managers as well as Business Managers in other departments to deliver high quality services to clients.  Liaise with external parties such as ASISA, Asset Managers, Clients, Custodians and Exchanges in order for the Operational teams to function efficiently and effectively in their day-to-day functions. Duties include but are not limited to: Leader – Lead Operational Managers and coordinate their functions as part of the overall service delivery.  Delegate responsibilities and monitor the teams’ overall performance against client and internal SLA’s. Resources – Perform capacity planning and work with Human Resources in order to recruit and place required staff.  Coach, mentor, and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities. Provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, rewards, and disciplinary action, with the assistance of Human Resources, when necessary. Communication - Facilitate coordination and communication between the various support functions.  Maintain transparent communication.  Appropriately communicate organization information through team meetings, one-on-one meetings, email and regular interpersonal communication. Planning - Plan and implement systems that perform the work and fulfill the mission and the goals of the team efficiently and effectively.  Plan, evaluate, and improve the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output. Controls - Establish and maintain effective internal controls and feedback systems to monitor the operation of the teams. Strategic Input - Review team performance data that includes financial, and activity reports and spreadsheets, to monitor and measure departmental productivity, goal achievement, overall effectiveness and continuously strives to improve efficiency and ensure conformance to standard procedures and practices. Reporting - Prepare periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment. Risk - Contribute in analysis and implementation of process changes focusing on risk reduction and efficiency. Make business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with organization policies and procedures. Culture - Consciously create a workplace culture that is consistent with Organisations and emphasize the mission, vision , guiding principles , and values of the organization. Skills & Competence Required: 5-10 years’ experience in the financial services industry or investment administration industry, with at least 3-5 years at a management level and exposure to clients, systems and operations processes. Knowledge of Financial Markets and Instruments Understanding of risk and techniques to manage risk within teams Understanding of processes and controls and the knowledge of how to improve these. Individual who can use initiative and take ownership of issues/problems. Highly developed analytical, technical and problem solving skills Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills and negotiating skills Proficiency in MS Office products Service delivery approach Attention to detail Problem solving abilities Ability to interact professionally with other teams and clients Effective communication skills (verbal and written)Proven ability to be a team player as well as an individual contributor Ability to function effectively under pressure Ability to apply judgement and prioritise tasks Employee Training and Development High degree of professionalism, ethics and integrity Education: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting preferred) Diploma or course in SA Financial Market Instruments will be an advantage

Purpose of Role: Act as the main point of escalation between Investment Groups and Recipients Build effective relationships with clients and stakeholders, both external and internal Duties include but are not limited to: Effective management of queries, issues, Client requests and assist with change control escalations where required. Effective negotiation, maintenance and management of Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators. Client service review meetings and management of the governance meetings (including the KPI and trends), as agreed with clients. Regular Client interaction to build stronger relationships, ensure service levels are maintained and identify areas where we can better partner with the Client Facilitate portfolio transitions i.e. take-on’s and disinvestments, where required. Provide input and assist Client with new products and projects that impact on the client service delivery. Effective Risk management Competencies Required: Sound understanding of investment management industry and financial instruments, both domestic and international. Relevant working experience in Investment Administration environment at a Senior Operations Level – minimum of 5 years. A sound understanding of end-to-end investment administration processes. Relevant Accounting or Financial degree or diploma; or recognized industry subject matter expert. Legal and regulatory knowledge applicable to the investment management industry. Excellent Verbal and Written skills Excellent relationship building skills Negotiating and influencing abilities Strategic planning skills Sound decision making skills Service Excellence attitude Proven analytical skills Ability to multi-task Ability to work under pressure