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UNV Land and Property Valuation Specialist

Application deadline: 31 July 2014

UNV Assignment Title
UNV Land and Property Valuation Specialist
Type of Assignment
International UN Volunteer
Project Title
 Support Local ownership and Participatory Planning, Budgeting and Economic Reform
Duration
One year, with possibility of renewal
Location, Country
Banjul, The Gambia
Expected Starting Date
As soon as possible

Intern - Statistics, New York (I-1)

Posting Title:Intern - Statistics, I
Job Code Title:Intern -Statistics
Department/ Office:Department of Economic and Social Affairs
Duty Station:New York
Posting Period:28 July 2014-12 August 2014
Job Opening number:14-STT-DESA-36718-R-NEW YORKUnited Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
  • Title of degree you are currently pursuing
  • Graduation Date (when will you be graduating from the programme)
  • List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
  • List your top three areas of interest/department preferences
  • Explain why you are the best candidate for that specific department (s).
  • Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme
In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
These positions are located in the various Branches within the Statistics Division (SD), Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), based in New York. Statistics Interns typically report to the head of a unit or to a Statistician. The DESA/SD internship is for two months with an opportunity for extension, pending on the needs of the department.
The internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Under each substantive area within the Division, including Economic Statistics, Trade Statistics, Demographic and Social Statistics, Environment Statistics, Industrial and Energy Statistics, as well as Statistical Capacity Development, the Statistics Interns will be responsible for the following duties in general for specific projects:
  • Assists in designing, organizing, planning and managing the collection, evaluation, analysis, compilation and dissemination of statistical data.
  • Assists in developing, implementing and managing statistical database(s).
  • Assists in training and technical support on data collection programmes, country practices and other related information.
  • Assists in the development or revision of standards on statistical concepts, definitions and classifications by performing methodological research.
  • Prepares draft technical documents for international, intergovernmental and expert group meetings and assists in drafting relevant reports.
  • Assists in the organization of seminars, working groups and expert meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Communication:
  • Speaks and writes clearly and effectively;
  • listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
  • asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication;
  • tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience;
  • demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork:
  • Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
  • solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise;
  • is willing to learn from others;
  • supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position;
  • shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Client Orientation:
  • Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view;
  • establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect;
  • identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions;
  • monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems;
  • keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects;
  • meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
The intern is expected to:
  • Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter; and
  • Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
Education
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations New York Headquarters Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: 1. Applicants must: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
(b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); or
(c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) or (b) above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
2. Be computer literate in standard software applications.
Work Experience
  • Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
  • Knowledge and experience in the concept of statistics, mathematic, economics, demography, environmental engineering, electronic engineering, computer science, or related area is an advantage.
Languages
  • English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
  • For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.
  • Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
  • Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Assessment Method
  • Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring maganer directly for further consideration.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Program , 2015 - Lesotho

  • Position title: Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Program (2015)
  • Grade: NA
  • Position N°: NA
  • Reference: ADB/14/TAP001
  • Publication date: 02/07/2014
  • Closing date: 11/09/2014

Objectives

Established in 2006, the Mo Ibrahim Foundation aims to support good governance and great leadership in Africa. The Foundation works to:
  • Stimulate debate on good governance;
  • Provide criteria by which citizens and governments can measure progress;
  • Recognize achievement in African leadership and provide a practical way in which leaders can build positive legacies on the continent when they have left office;
  • Support aspiring leaders for the African continent.
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation (the “Foundation”), is financing the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship position  in the African Development Bank (the “Bank”). The Fellow will perform the functions and duties of the position at the headquarters of the Bank in Abidjan, the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, or in any other location from which the Bank carries out its operations.
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Programme is a selective Fellowship that prepares the next generation of outstanding African leaders by providing them with unique work opportunities at the most senior level of prominent African institutions or multilateral organizations, whose mandate is to improve the economic and social prospects of Africa. The Fellowship allows talented individuals to increase and enhance their professional capacity, with the intention of contributing to the governance and development of their countries thereby creating a pipeline of future African leaders. The Fellow will work with the Bank for this purpose, for a period not exceeding twelve (12) months, and the Foundation will finance the costs associated with the position on the following terms:

Contract Terms and Duration

  • The Fellow will work with the Bank for this purpose, for a period not exceeding twelve (12) months, the Foundation will finance the costs associated with the position on the following terms: the fellow will receive an annual stipend monthly paid by the Bank out of the funds provided by Foundation. The Fellow may be required to travel to different locations on instructions of the Bank. All expenses related to the Fellow’s official mission travel, including travel insurance but excluding travel and shipping costs relating to assumption of duty and repatriation, will be borne by the Bank.
  • The Fellow will sign a contract with the Bank before commencement of service.
  • For the duration of his/her contract with the Bank, the Fellow will, for all operational purposes and purposes of conduct, be required to comply with the Staff Regulations and Rules of the Bank. Only the Bank and not the Foundation shall be entitled to direct and instruct the Fellow in his/her performance or conduct during the course his/her assignment with the Bank.
  • The Fellow is not a regular employee of the Bank, or is not granted a right to employment with the Bank. There is no obligation to hire the Fellow and there is no presumption of future employment at the Bank upon expiration of the twelve (12) month fellowship Term. The Fellow shall not be eligible for recruitment as a staff member of the Bank for a period of 1 (one) year from the date of termination of his/her Fellowship with the Bank or expiration of the 12 month Fellowship term (whichever is sooner).
  • The Fellow shall not participate in the Bank’s child educational scheme and staff medical insurance and retirement plans.
  • The Mo Ibrahim Foundation will ensure that the Fellow has his/her own medical insurance, child education and retirement plan arrangements.
  • The travel and shipping costs for the assumption of duty and repatriation at the end of the appointment will be borne and paid out of the Funds provided by the Foundation.
For more information on the Foundation and the Fellowship Program please visit :www.moibrahim.org/fellowships

Duties and responsibilities

The Ibrahim Leadership Fellow will take leadership guidance from the President, the Chief Operating Officer and/or a designated Representative. Administratively, the Fellow will be assigned to the Bank’s Strategy Department (STRG). With this guidance, the Fellow will contribute to the design and implementation of strategic assignments that will increase and enhance their professional and leadership capacity, with the intention of contributing to the governance and development of their countries. The Fellow will also have the following responsibilities:
  • Advise on and develop strategic initiatives to advance the Bank’s mission and objectives.
  • Plan, develop, and implement strategies for generating resources.
  • Conceive, develop and promote innovations in Bank development policies.
  • Review activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions.
  • Undertake other duties as assigned.

Selection Criteria

  • Be national of an African country, residing anywhere in the world;
  • Not be an active, non-active, retired, or separated staff member of the Bank;
  • Not have close family relations with an active or non-active staff member, such as mother, father, sister and brother.
  • Government officials, active military personnel and political party leaders are not eligible;
  • Be under the age of forty (40) years for men or forty-five (45) years for women with children;
  • Hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Economics, Engineering, Social Sciences, International Development, Business Administration, Finance, Banking or any discipline relevant to the Bank’s business: such as outstanding academic credentials, relevant work experience, strong communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work with others;
  • Have at least 7 (seven) years work experience relevant to the Bank’s activities;
  • Demonstrate proven leadership and consultative skills;
  • Have experience in strategic planning and execution ;
  • Demonstrate knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management;
  • Have enhanced skills in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures;
  • Have experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
  • Demonstrate ability to develop financial plans and manage resources;
  • Demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret financial data;
  • Demonstrate ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community;
  • Demonstrate ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.

The Application Process

  • Applicants must apply on line by no later than 12 September 2014.
  • Applications will only be considered if they are submitted on line with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)) indicating date of birth, nationality, education and relevant experience.
  • Applicants must also attach copies of academic transcripts and three letters of recommendation.
  • The selection process will include the Bank’s Human Resources Department carrying out an initial vetting of applications to develop a short list of ten (10) applicant files to be further reviewed by the Foundation. A short list of three (3) candidates will be presented to the President of the Bank (or his designate) for final selection.
  • Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for interview will be contacted.

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To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.
  • Submitted by: Division Manager, CHRM.1
  • Approved by: Director CHRM

Berater Steuerpolitik und -verwaltung, Südafrika / Pretoria

Als Bundesunternehmen unterstützt die GIZ die Bundesregierung dabei, ihre Ziele in der internationalen Zusammenarbeit für nachhaltige Entwicklung zu erreichen.Wir suchen für den Standort Südafrika/Pretoria eine/nJOB-ID: 19023
Tätigkeitsbereich
Im Auftrag des Bundesministeriums für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) zielt das GIZ-Programm "Good Financial Governance (GFG) in Afrika" darauf ab einen Beitrag zu GFG durch die Stärkung von panafrikanischen Netzwerken im Bereich der öffentlichen Finanzen zu leisten, beispielsweise der African Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (AFROSAI), dem African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) und der Collaborative Africa Budget Reform Initiative (CABRI).
Im Arbeitsbereich "Steuerverwaltung" fördert die GIZ u.a. die Forschungs- und Capacity Development-Projekte von ATAF. Das ATAF ist ein Verband afrikanischer Steuerverwaltungen, der dem Dialog und Austausch von Erfahrungen und Good Practices dient. ATAF wurde im November 2009 mit dem Ziel ins Leben gerufen, die Kapazitäten der Afrikanischen Steuerverwaltungen zu stärken und damit einen Beitrag zu Good Financial Governance zu leisten. ATAF ist mittlerweile auf 37 Mitgliedsstaaten angewachsen, das Sekretariat befindet sich in Pretoria, Südafrika.
Ihre Aufgaben
Als Berater (m/f) unterstützen Sie das Programm bei der Zielerreichung mit einem speziellen Fokus auf das Handlungsfeld "Steuerpolitik und -verwaltung". Hierbei arbeiten Sie eng mit der Partnerorganisation zusammen und beraten diese in den Themen institutionelle Stärkung, Aufbau einer Forschungsabteilung sowie Entwicklung eines Programms zur Steuerreformberatung von ATAF-Mitgliedsländern. Zu Ihren Aufgaben gehören zudem das Management, die Qualitätssicherung sowie die Berichterstattung der GIZ-Unterstützung im Themenfeld Steuern. Dabei arbeiten Sie in enger Kooperation und Abstimmung mit dem GIZ-Team und pflegen enge Arbeitsbeziehungen sowohl zu anderen Teammitgliedern als auch zu bilateralen Vorhaben der deutschen EZ im Steuerthema.
Ihr Profil
Sie haben ein abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium als Volkswirt/in, Verwaltungs-, Finanz- und/oder Rechtswissenschaftler/in und verfügen über fundiertes Wissen im Bereich der Steuerpolitik und -verwaltung. Sie haben mehrjährige Erfahrung in der Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und/oder der öffentlichen Verwaltung gesammelt und sind mit dem Konzept von Good Financial Governance vertraut.
Sie bringen ausgeprägte Beratungs- und Managementfähigkeiten, interkulturelle Kompetenz und Teamfähigkeit mit. Sie zeichnen sich durch eine hohe politische Sensibilität im Kontext komplexer Beratungszusammenhänge aus und sind belastbar. Verhandlungssichere Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift setzen wir voraus, Französischkenntnisse sind wünschenswert.
Einsatzzeitraum
Zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt bis 30.06.2016 mit Option auf Verlängerung
Unser Angebot
Unser Auftrag ist international, unsere Arbeitsatmosphäre multikulturell und der interdisziplinäre Austausch macht uns erfolgreich. Ihre berufliche und persönliche Weiterentwicklung ist uns ein Anliegen. Ob es die vielfältigen täglichen Herausforderungen in einem unserer Partnerländer sind oder die großen Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten und -spielräume in Ihrer Arbeit – es gibt Gründe genug, unser motiviertes Team zu verstärken.
Hinweise
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Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt, dann freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung bis zum 08. August 2014.
Kontakt:
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LESOTHO 2014 L’Oréal-UNESCO Fellowships For Women in Science

Women scientists who are nationals or permanent residents of any country in Sub-Saharan Africa have from 22 May to 21 August 2014 to apply for the 2014 L’ORÉAL-UNESCO Regional Fellowships. The Program aims to honour 10 talented African women for the quality of their research and assist them to pursue a brilliant career in science in any Sub-Saharan African country.
5 Fellowships of € 5,000 each will be granted to 5 African Ph.D. students and another
5 Fellowships of € 10,000 each will be granted to 5 African postdoctoral researchers.
The age limit for applicants is 40 years for Ph.D students and 45 years for postdoctoral researchers.
All applications can be made at the following online application platform www.fwis.fr.
All questions should be addressed via email to m.matemu@unesco.org or contact Mary Matemu on +254 20 7622620.
Click here to register
Click here to download Call for Application Poster

LESOTHO 2014 Fellowships for Women Scientists from Sub-Saharan Africa

With funds generously provided by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) has instituted a fellowship programme for female students from Sub-Saharan Africa and Least Developed Countries (LDCs), who wish to pursue postgraduate training leading to a PhD, at centres of excellence in the South (developing countries), outside their own country.
The general purpose of the scheme is to contribute to the emergence of a new generation of women leaders in science and technology, and to promote their effective participation in the scientific and technological development of their countries.
The specific aims of the scheme are:
- To improve access to educational and training opportunities in science and technology for young and talented women graduates from Sub-Saharan Africa and LDCs.
- To increase the scientific productivity and creativity of women scientists in Sub-Saharan Africa and LDCs.
- To empower a new generation of talented women to assume a leadership role in science and technology and their application to sustainable development.
This fellowship programme is for female students from Sub-Saharan Africa or Least Developed Countries (LDCs) who wish to pursue postgraduate training leading to a doctorate degree at a centre of excellence in the South outside their own country.
The fellowship is offered to carry out postgraduate research in the natural, engineering and information technology sciences.
Deadline for applications: 15 August 2014
For more information, eligibility criteria, and application materials, visithttp://owsdw.ictp.it/activities/postgraduate-training-fellowships

Manager: Logistics Partner

Job number4889BR
Job titleManager: Logistics Partner
Location/CityHeidelberg
Appointment typePermanent
Job purpose and key deliverables
Job Purpose

The Prime function of this role is to be accountable for and manage all transportation in the Primary Supply Chain for the Heidelberg factory.Specifically the role holder is responsible for defining, providing, controlling and commercially managing all transportation.The role holder will ensure that strategic Logistics business objectives are developed and the right logistics capabilities are provided to the customers and the factories. This will include the management of strategic outsource partner and delivering savings.as well as ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.

Key Deliverables


  • To be accountable for and manage all transportation for the Heidelberg factory network 
  • To have prime commercial and contractual ownership and control of the transport budget with all suppliers to enable the delivery of sustainable financial benefits. 
  • To provide tactical direction to the transport suppliers to enable the delivery of significant savings in transport spend 
  • To obtain service standardization and network synergies across an end-to-end transport solution. 
  • To design and drive an efficient and effective customer delivery scheme by having optimal balance of customer service and transport costs in place. 
  • To drive and own key change and integration initiatives in transportation to deliver integrated and cost effective transport solutions across and within the Southern Africa Area network. 
  • To contribute to the development of the end-to-end Supply Chain strategy for Logistics in SAA by driving Logistics integration of suppliers, contracts, performance and processes. 
  • To ensure standardised supplier metrics such as OTIF (On Time In Full, transport cost per mille) and appropriate behaviours in SAA to obtain unified performance measures and consistent high level of service. 
  • To ensure 3PL OTIF Management (ATC & ETD) excluding Customs House Brokerage. 
  • Share best practices across the Regional and Local Logistics communities and engage closely with Finance, Security, etc. 
  • To fully understand TM&D’s (Secondary Supply Chain) business requirements and translate this into required Logistics capabilities as potential integration with secondary approaches. 
  • Participate in regular Logistics reviews and tendering processes for the Area to improve the Logistics network and cost base. Drive projects and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve and report Logistics cost savings. 
  • To drive all transport suppliers towards high performance levels, delivering and exceeding the (mutually agreed) performance expectations and financials targets by engaging with the suppliers and relevant key stakeholders in SAA Operations. 
  • Drive projects from initiation to completion. 
  • To ensure that the appropriate level of insurance is in place for all WMS and leaf ‘goods in transit’ and that all claims (including GLP) are processed effectively. 
  • Monitor and report performance of the 3PL providers and use the information for benchmarking the logistics process against the best and other OPCO’s to improve performance
Essential requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Experience


  • Grade 12 with a relevant tertiary qualification plus 5-8 years’ experience managing & developing Logistics networks. 
  • At least 3 years working in a manufacturing environment. 
  • High level of Supply Chain knowledge. 
  • Logistics and especially transport functional expertise is a key success factor for this role 
  • Strategic & analytical thinking skills
In addition the following is required:

  • Proven business change management and implementation experience. 
  • Continuous improvement background and skill set. 
  • Practical outlook with pragmatic decision making abilities. 
  • Experience in supplier / 3rd party / outsourced Logistics solution management. 
  • Experience in contract development, defining SLAs, processes, procedures and KPIs. 
  • Strong leadership skills and cultural awareness 
  • Credibility and management experience and flexibility to deal with people at a variety of levels. 
  • Customer engagement and analytical skills 
  • Strong interpersonal and assertiveness and communication skills.
Desirable requirements

  • Energize team members to generate high performance levels 
  • Good people skills 
  • Good analytical skills 
  • Good planning skills 
  • Decision making
Working at BATBritish American Tobacco (www.bat.com) is a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace.

Our aim is to become the leading tobacco company in each of our markets by providing excellent products with confidence and responsibility expected of global consumer brands.

If you have the talent and motivation to help us succeed you’ll find we are equally committed to helping you reach your full potential too.
Employing companyBritish American Tobacco South Africa
Removal Date12-Aug-2014

Technical Trainee Programme (South Africa)

Job number3596BR
Job titleTechnical Trainee Programme (South Africa)
Location/CityStellenbosch
Appointment typePermanent
Job purpose and key deliverablesThis is a unique opportunity to join the leadership programme of a successful FTSE 100 company.
BAT's Global Product Technical Trainee Programme will provide you with  the support, training and opportunities to enjoy a rewarding and recognised technical career within their international business. on completing this three year programme you will build on your technical expetise to develop your career in Blending.
 
Essential requirements

  • Grade 12 certificate. 
  • Honours Degree in Natural Science, Agriculture, Agronomy, Biology, Engineering, Pharmacy,Food Science, Chemical Science. 
  • Valid drivers license. 
  • Valid South African green ID. 
  • 0 - 12 months working experience.
Desirable requirements

  • Fluent in English, verbal and written.
Working at BATBritish American Tobacco (www.bat.com) is a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace.

Our aim is to become the leading tobacco company in each of our markets by providing excellent products with confidence and responsibility expected of global consumer brands.

If you have the talent and motivation to help us succeed you’ll find we are equally committed to helping you reach your full potential too.

Employment Equity StatementAll applicants with South African citizenship will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the Company's Employment Equity Policy and - Plan.

Internal candidates who meet the criteria will be considered as first priority.

Attention will also be focused on people with disabilities
Feedback will not be provided to individuals who have not been invited to interview.
Employing companyBritish American Tobacco South Africa
Removal Date30-Aug-2014

Field Service Leader - Sub Saharan Africa

1975934
GE Oil & Gas
OG-TMS Turbomachinery Solutions
GE (NYSE: GE) works on things that matter. The best people and the best technologies taking on the toughest challenges. Finding solutions in energy, health and home, transportation and finance. Building, powering, moving and curing the world. Not just imagining. Doing. GE works. For more information, visit the company's website at www.ge.com
Field Service Leader - Sub Saharan Africa
Experienced
Services
Field Services
AngolaGhanaMozambiqueNigeria
Lagos, Luanda, Accra, Maputo
N/A
Yes
The Sub Sahara Field Service Leader will be responsible for the day-to-day regional execution of quality field service work in Sub-Sahara and will support the development of strategic initiatives for future growth.
- Establish outstanding level of quality in execution phase taking the ownership of the Site Activities Execution into the region and implementing the procedure described in the Quality Management System for Operation Excellence
- Drive excellence in the core operating foundations (EHS, Compliance, Quality), Working directly with EHS, compliance and quality leadership on operational rhythms and issues as they arise. Ensure all laws, regulations and guidelines are followed.
- Develop short and long-range business plans based on P&L forecasts and region business commitments (i.e. number of resources, training plans, logistics, direct hires, technical support, planning etc.)
- Support Leadership Regional Team and customer needs for field service execution, building Strong relation and process with Field Service ITO and OTR P&Ls Organization (TMS & DTS) to have a continuous control of the workload (backlog & forecast), highlighting well in advance the needs in terms of personnel and of training for personnel.
- Meet business financial Targets such as FSE utilization, Costs, worked hours, OCPH are achieved.
- Work with the HR and Resources teams to grow the regional pool of resources and support the assigned Service Managers leading the management of regional FSEs according to the local business requirements.
- Liaise with internal GE groups and business units across the globe to develop strong relationships for execution quality and productivity
- Coordinate the Regional Team assuring the achievement of On Time Start, On Time Duration, As Built Drawing closure, Technical Briefing, Technical De-Briefing targets are achieved and guarantee the mobilizations in compliance with immigration regulations into the assigned countries.
- Interact with the other Regional Leaders, Operational Excellence and Fulfillment teams to support the FSEs demand and guarantee the assignment of right skills to meet customer requirements.
- Bachelor's Degree in Technical Discipline from accredited college or university
- At least 7 years of experience in a field leadership role in service or project management
- Proved knowledge of SSA Oil&Gas Industry e Business dynamics
- Ability to travel 25% to 50% of the time
- Strong EHS, compliance, and quality mindset
- English fluency
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred
- Strong project management skills managing remote teams and multiple cultures
- Strong customer service orientation and extensive customer interface experience
- Excellent leadership and motivational skills working in a regional and matrix model
- Experience in resource planning and cost analysis
- Ability to work at all levels of the organization and cross functionality within a matrixed organization
- Financial acumen
- Experience in installation and field service activities of the following equipment: heavy-duty gas turbines,
centrifugal compressors, reciprocating compressors, steam turbines, centrifugal pumps, and turbo-expanders
- Experience leading large teams of >100 personnel
- Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt (GE Employees Only)
- Technical or operations background
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Field Service Leader - Sub Saharan Africa

General Ledger Leader - South Africa

1983811
GE Global Growth Organization
Global Growth Organization - Africa
GE is an advanced technology, services and capital company with the scale, resources and expertise to take on the world's toughest challenges. Dedicated to innovation in the areas of energy, health, transportation and infrastructure, we're committed to leadership, integrity, partnership and human progress.
GE businesses ranging from Aviation, Capital, Oil & Gas, Energy Management, Power and Water, Healthcare, Transportation and Home & Business Solutions have operations on the African continent. Major locations include Angola, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. Over 1300 employees are working in the region, creating local partnerships and providing solutions & services that supports Africa's infrastructure and sustainable growth. We are also dedicated to knowledge transfer, whether it is providing technical expertise to customers by hosting customer summits, to developing young local talent through unique programs such as the Early Career Development Program in Nigeria.
General Ledger Leader - South Africa
Experienced
Finance
Controllership
South Africa
Johannesburg
01685
No
As the GL Leader for Global Ops-Finance in South Africa, you will be responsible for monitoring and managing accuracy of accounting entries. Ensuring that entries are timely, and compliant in all ledgers in South Africa legal entities. Will provide support to more junior team members by clarifying accounting requirements, mitigating risks, and supporting customers on system changes. Will lead STAT audit/tax support in-country.
• Review journal Entries and work of more junior accountants for accuracy with GAAP • Ensure the accuracy of the organization's financial results by recognizing and preventing misrepresentation, concealment, or omission of information • Perform monthly balance sheet analyses and cash forecasts • Assess processes and evaluate/ensure compliance and controls associated with account reconciliations • Develop and maintain relationships with GE Controllers and other stakeholders in order to implement process improvements • Interface with auditors regarding account reconciliations and control processes • Identify new accounting standards applicable to the business and develop appropriate implementation strategy • Special projects as needed to enhance business compliance and controllership
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in accounting or finance (or a high school diploma/GED or equivalent with at least 6 years of experience in an accounting or finance role) • Minimum 2 years work experience in accounting or finance position
• Certified Public Accountant or Master's of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred • Demonstrated financial analysis skills • Experience in solving complex problems • Experience with driving process improvements • Ability to deal effectively with changing priorities in a diverse organization • Self-starter/team player • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
General Ledger Leader - South Africa

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