8/12/2019 Job advert: Language Practitioner at Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA)

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Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number (on application and envelope) for the attention of Ms AlinahMogaswa, Government Pensions Administration Agency, Private Bag X63, Pretoria, 0001 before 12h00 noon on the closing date. Forenquiries, please contact Ms Mogaswa at on 012 399 2487.Requirements of applications: Must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet athttp://www.info.gov.za/documents/forms/employ.pdf (originally signed). Must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV with originalcertified copies of all qualifications (including matriculation), ID and drivers license, if a prerequisite (copies of certified documents willnot be accepted). Certified documents should not be older than three months. Applications that do not meet the above requirements willbe deemed unsuccessful.Candidates must agree to the following: Giving permission to be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check,citizenship verification, financial/assets record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successfulcandidates may also be subjected to a skills and knowledge test, if applicable and a security clearance may be conducted. It is theapplicants responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). GPAA reservesthe right not to fill the advertised position. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement,please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. It is intended topromote representivity through the filling of this post and the candidature of person whose promotion/appointment will promoterepresentivity will receive preference.

LANGUAGE PRACTITIONER (LP/COMM/2014/05-1)GOVERNMENT PENSIONS ADMINISTRATION AGENCY (GPAA)

24-month contract

R270 804 to R318 984 per annum (annual cost to company) plus 37% in lieu ofbenefits

PRETORIA

The Language Practitioner will assist with the quality of documents within the GPAA. Theincumbent will work within the Communications team but will assist across the business whereneeded. He/she will provide guidance and develop innovative strategies for improving the standardof writing within the GPAA. He/she will ensure consistency and standards for communicationswithin and external to the organisation.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

The incumbent will be responsible for the following with respect to language:

Copy editing, writing, editing and proofreading of internal/external publications, externalnewsletters, member guides, employee newsletters, annual reports, strategic documents,leaflets and other publications;

Rendering a language service and support to other business units within the organisation;

Overseeing language quality control of internal and outsourced work;

Co-ordinating and administering internal and outsourced administration; and

Managing service providers and freelancers.

REQUIREMENTS:

A B Degree or equivalent qualification in English and/or Linguistics and/or Publishing. Five years proven editing experience - working with publications and production, with specific

reference to writing, language and the editing of publications.

Valid driver's license.

Membership of the relevant professional bodies (PEG and/or SATI, etc.) accreditation withSATI would be an advantage.

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8/12/2019 Job advert: Language Practitioner at Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA)

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Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number (on application and envelope) for the attention of Ms AlinahMogaswa, Government Pensions Administration Agency, Private Bag X63, Pretoria, 0001 before 12h00 noon on the closing date. Forenquiries, please contact Ms Mogaswa at on 012 399 2487.Requirements of applications: Must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet athttp://www.info.gov.za/documents/forms/employ.pdf (originally signed). Must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV with originalcertified copies of all qualifications (including matriculation), ID and drivers license, if a prerequisite (copies of certified documents willnot be accepted). Certified documents should not be older than three months. Applications that do not meet the above requirements willbe deemed unsuccessful.Candidates must agree to the following: Giving permission to be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check,citizenship verification, financial/assets record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successfulcandidates may also be subjected to a skills and knowledge test, if applicable and a security clearance may be conducted. It is theapplicants responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). GPAA reservesthe right not to fill the advertised position. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement,please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. It is intended topromote representivity through the filling of this post and the candidature of person whose promotion/appointment will promoterepresentivity will receive preference.

Impeccable language skills in English (written and verbal).

Ability to work in a high-energy, fast paced environment.

Strong leadership, negotiation as well as presentation skills.

Strong attention to detail.

Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint. Adobe Creative Suite would bean advantage).

Strong background in managing relationships with disparate groups.

In-depth knowledge of language editing, language practice and translation

Strong writing skills.

Project management skills.

Decision-making skills.

Creativity.

Ability to work within tight deadlines.

Closing date: 13 June 2014 before 12h00 noonNo faxed / e-mailed / late applications will be considered.

COMPETENCIES:

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