Thursday, August 4, 2011

EMPOWERMENT/JOBS:Graduate Development Programme

Employer Imperial Logistics Pty Ltd

Job title Graduate Development Programme

Closing date 20/08/2011

Job categories: Logistics and Transport
Human Resources and EmploymenT
Finance, including management consultancy

Paid / unpaid: Paid

Salary: TBA

Job description The Graduate Development Programmes at IMPERIAL Logistics attracts distinctive talent and develop outstanding:

• Operations Managers
• Distribution Managers
• Warehouse Managers
• Logistics Managers
• Project Managers
• Chartered Management Accountants
• Business Analysts
• Supply Chain Consultants
• IT Specialists
• HR Specialists
Qualification requirements IMPERIAL Logistics offer structured graduate development programmes in the following disciplines – Logistics, Financial Management, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Human Resources. Each graduate work under mentorship of an experienced senior manager and progress is monitored with the use of project reports, performance appraisals, regular meetings and feedback sessions.

Applications are open to students whom consistently have good academic results with a:

• 3 or 4 year DEGREE in Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Transport Operations
• Honours DEGREE in Financial Management that will be recognized by CIMA
• 4 year B Eng Degree in Industrial Engineering
• Bsc Information Technology Degree
• 3 or 4 year DEGREE in HR
How to apply:
To apply visit our website www.imperiallogistics.co.za or follow this link imperial.logistics.erecruit.co.za/ to get to our new i-careers website, where you can register yourself and apply for the positions.

Subject(s) Business, Finance, Management and Accountancy

Location(s) Gauteng
Full-time
Permanent

EMPOWERMENT/JOBS:Trainee Accountant

Employer Horwath Leveton Boner

Job title: Trainee Accountant

Closing date: 31/08/2011

Job categories: Finance, including management consultancy

Paid / unpaid: Paid

Salary: Market Related

Job description:
Audit trainees who are seeking to complete their article contract. You will gain exposure to all sectors and will work with various sizes of organisation. You will perform audit tasks from substantive testing to planning the audit and drafting financial accounts.

Person requirements:
In our environment, clients and other members of our team will look to you to make key decisions. It is therefore important that you can demonstrate to us that you are:
• Pro-active and self motivated.
• Responsible and dedicated to 'going the extra mile'
• Able to present yourself in a professional way and communicate well
• Able to develop and sustain meaningful relationships with colleagues and clients
• Can think and act on your feet and are flexible in meeting objectives and deadlines
• Dedicated to quality service and continuous improvement
• Have an eye for detail and produce precision work
Qualification requirements We require you to have:
• An Honours degree in accounting at an accredited South African university;
Or
• An accredited BCom and be registered for an Honours degree or equivalent with the intention of qualifying as a CA(SA).
How to apply Send a copy of your CV, ID and academic records to Luiza.dehrmann@crowehorwath.co.za

Closing date for applications is 31 August 2011.
Subject(s) Business, Finance, Management and Accountancy
Location(s) Gauteng
Full-time/part-time Full-time
Permanent/Temporary Fixed-term

EMPOWERMENT/JOBS:Graduate Development Programmes

The Graduate Development Programmes at IMPERIAL Logistics attracts distinctive talent and develop outstanding:

• Operations Managers
• Distribution Managers
• Warehouse Managers
• Logistics Managers
• Project Managers
• Chartered Management Accountants
• Business Analysts
• Supply Chain Consultants
• IT Specialists
• HR Specialists

IMPERIAL Logistics offer structured graduate development programmes in the following disciplines – Logistics, Financial Management, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Human Resources. Each graduate work under mentorship of an experienced senior manager and progress is monitored with the use of project reports, performance appraisals, regular meetings and feedback sessions.

Applications are open to students whom consistently have good academic results with a:

• 3 or 4 year DEGREE in Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Transport Operations
• Honours DEGREE in Financial Management that will be recognized by CIMA
• 4 year B Eng Degree in Industrial Engineering
• Bsc Information Technology Degree
• 3 or 4 year DEGREE in HR

Applications are open from 11 July 2011 till 19 August 2011.

To apply visit our website www.imperiallogistics.co.za or follow this link http://imperial.logistics.erecruit.co.za/ to get to our new i-careers website, where you can register yourself and apply for the positions.

EMPOWERMENT/JONS: CA Training Programme

Employer FirstRand Group Limited

Job title": CA Training Programme

Closing date: 18/08/2011

Job categories: Finance, including management consultancy

Paid / unpaid: Paid

Salary range: Not known

Job description FirstRand's CA Training is much more than just a training experience. We offer our trainees three years of articles in a highly energised and innovative financial services environment. We select exceptional students for this prestigious programme, who benefit from on-the job experience in all aspects of banking and across our varied businesses.

Our trainees receive:
• Dedicated training in all SAICA specified competencies, with specific focus on Financial Management, Tax and Management Decision Making;
• Sponsored board courses in preparation for SAICA qualifying exams;
• A comprehensive induction course covering topics such as ethics, presentation skills and [one more example please];
• Generous study and annual leave;
• Academic bonuses for passing both qualifying exams;
• Hands-on experience through rotations within the FirstRand businesses; and
• Opportunities for rotation overseas.

Person requirements Our entrepreneurial culture requires self-starters who are passionate about what they do. We recruit aspiring CAs who share our values and can grow with us, using each opportunity to build their career. And our 12 years experience in the programme has taught us that it is talented individuals who challenge and seek challenges, who provide innovative ideas and add value, that find a home at FirstRand.

The FirstRand CA Training Programme offers you:
• CA training that goes beyond pure accounting
• Rotations in different areas of finance
• Opportunities for overseas rotations
• On-the-job business training with real experience across different brands
• A programme with strong support that lets you shine in individual placements
• Real projects, tasks and opportunities
• Three years of articles in a banking environment that opens infinite possibilities.

Qualification requirements:
The Programme is open to applicants who have completed a B Com Acc (Hons)/CTA degree with a strong academic record. Applicants who are in the final year of a B Com Acc (Hons)/CTA may also submit applications; in the event that they are successful in the recruitment and selection process, and have passed their B Com Acc (Hons)/CTA examination, an offer will be made to commence training at the beginning of the following year.

How to apply:
To apply for the FirstRand CA Training Programme submit a well-prepared curriculum vitae, your matric and academic transcripts for all completed courses to date, and a letter of motivation to:

catraining@firstand.co.za

The CA Training Programme Manager
FirstRand Limited
Corporate Centre
P O Box 786273
SANDTON
2146

Subject(s) Business, Finance, Management and Accountancy
Location(s) Gauteng
Full-time/part-time Full-time
Permanent/Temporary Permanent

EMPOWERMENT/JOBS: Engineering Internship Programme

2. Employer: Landis + Gyr

Job title : Engineering Internship Programme
Closing date 28/07/2011
Job categories Engineering
Paid / unpaid: Paid
Salary: TBA

Job description Landis + Gyr (Pty) Ltd is part of a global organisation and is engaged in the design, production and distribution of energy metering and energy management products.

Applications are invited from the following graduates for an Internship programme within Landis + Gyr.

1. Engineering
a. Qualification (Software Degree) or
b. Qualification ( Electrical Degree or Diploma)
c. Development
d. Interpretation

Requirements for all Interns

• Please be advised that we would, in line with our Employment Equity Plan, prefer to make an Affirmative Action placement
• Temporary work experience an advantage
• Current CV accompanied by a cover letter
• Copies of the latest certificates and transcripts or equivalent institutional records
• Testimonial from the current institution

Key Competencies for all interns – Analytical skills, Report writing, Communication (Verbal and Written), Team Player, Creativity, Computer Literate, Innovative, Articulate, Good Listener, Ability to work under Pressure and Open Minded.
How to apply All applications must be e-mailed to tshepiso.singo@landisgyr.com or faxed to 0866812314 no later than 28 July 2011.

Note:
• That the Internship programme is for 12 months and will be remunerated; however applicants should not expect the internship to lead to immediate employment with Landis+Gyr at the end of the Internship programme.
• Application will only be considered from South African Citizens
• Candidates who have already participated in an Internship programme will not be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two week of closing date. Applicants who have not been contacted during this period may regard their applications as unsuccessful.

Subject(s) Engineering - Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing
Engineering - Electronic, Electrical
Location(s): Johannesburg
Additional location details Midrand
Full-time/part-time: Full-time
Permanent/Temporary: Fixed-term

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

New Campus Magazine



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Campus Life Unrestricted (CLU!) is a national campus lifestyle magazine launching this week at campuses around the country. Its aim is to provide students, between the ages of 18 to 25, with practical, informative and educational information, grounded in youth language.


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Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Joburg Filmmakers needed to participate in film project

The 48 Hour Film Project comes to Johannesburg on the weekend of September 2nd. Filmmakers from all over the country of South Africa will compete to see who can make the best short film in only 48 hours. The winning film will go up against films from around the world.

Enter today! Space is limited.

This year, teams will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Once the initial registration is complete, we will accept teams for the Waiting List. If a registered team must drop out, we will go to the Waiting List. If there is enough interest, and we can secure additional theater time, we may be able to add more teams from the list.

Registration is R1000 (or R850 if your fee is received before August 8).

Register for Johannesburg now!


Events

Meet & Greet

Date: 

Saturday, August 6th

Time: 

11:00am

Place: 

Goethe-Institut, 119 Jan Smuts Ave Entrance on New Port Road Parkwood 219

Notes: 

Looking to join a crew, more information or just want to suss out the competition? Join us for our meet & greet where you'll get to meet the producers, previous participants, find a team and ask any questions about this year's 48HFP Johannesburg!

Film making Workshops

Date: 

Sunday, August 7th

Time: 

10am

Place: 

Goethe-Institut, 119 Jan Smuts Ave Entrance on New Port Road Parkwood 219

Notes: 

Join our free film making workshops hosted by prominent industry professionals and get the indise scoop on how to make a film in 48 hours!

Kickoff

Date: 

Friday, September 2nd

Time: 

6-7pm

Place: 

Alliance Française de Johannesburg , 17, Lower park Drive Corner Kerry Road P.O. Box 72067 Parkview 2122

Dropoff

Date: 

Sunday, September 4th

Time: 

4pm- 9:30pm (by 7:30 pm to be on time!)

Place: 

Alliance Française de Johannesburg , 17, Lower park Drive Corner Kerry Road P.O. Box 72067 Parkview 2122


Johannesburg 48HFP Links

Sign up for the Johannesburg mailing list

Follow the Johannesburg 48HFP on twitter

Join a Johannesburg team

Email Mukundi Lambani, Johannesburg Producer of the 48HFP

Look up films from Johannesburg using our Film Catalogue

Buy t-shirts or other goodies

Put a 48HFP badge on your homepage or blog

Other 48 Hour Film Projects in Johannesburg:
2010

For more info: www.48hourfilm.com
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