Published on: December 1, 2021

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS) INTERNSHIPS

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: BUSINESS SOLUTIONS AND ADVISORY SERVICES
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Group Strategy
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Strategy/Planning

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general support services to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

Provide general support to the department as required with business analysis and media tracking

Suggest measures for improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Compile relevant reports and communicate findings and insights to relevant stakeholders.
Conduct research on relevant information requests and ensure that standards are in line with the customer requests.
Compile and submit progress reports on site visits and business generation initiatives as directed
Assist in the preparation of necessary presentations and proposals for prospective leads, under supervision

Update and maintain the record management, desk top research and database maintenance for the department

Review and maintain the records and databases on a regular basis
Update information as required
Scan and file all relevant documentation as is required for the databases
Conduct desktop research
Maintenance of databases in Microsoft Excel

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: BUSINESS SOLUTIONS AND ADVISORY SERVICES
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Standards
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Operations

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE
To provide general support services to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.
Detailed Description:

Provide administrative support to the Business Solutions and Advisory Services department as required
Suggest measures for improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Compile relevant reports and communicate findings and insights to relevant stakeholders.
Conduct research on relevant information requests and ensure that standards are in line with the customer requests.
Compile and submit progress reports on site visits and business generation initiatives as directed
Assist in the preparation of necessary presentations and proposals for prospective leads, under supervision
Align course material to SAATCA, SAQA and SETA requirements, under supervision
Identify training needs using various methods such as questionnaires, interviews, reports etc., under supervision
Update the training material database regularly in order to ensure compliance.
Control documentation submission and compilation within scope of control (including training reports compilation, course material design and archiving, report submissions, etc.)
Provide advice / support (i.e. telephonic, email ,etc.) to clients as required
Process applications, pre-requisite verification and quotations as requested
Capture accepted quotations, JDE account information, purchase orders, proof of payment information, track registration progress, etc. on the Operational Database & Finance platforms
Generate sales / purchase orders, proforma invoices and process GRV’s for clients
Provide travel administrative support for trainers; consultants and management.
Co-ordinate and provide logistical support for training activities within the department
Prepare and arrange venues for meetings; training initiatives and generate minutes of stakeholder engagements
Coordinate, compile and ensure that all documents and training materials for meetings, training initiatives, etc. are at the various venues as per agreed timelines.
Ensure all catering logistics for training initiatives, meetings, etc. are implemented as per agreed timelines
Co-ordinate cleaners to keep catering areas clean and tidy
Update and maintain the record management and database processes for the department
Maintain, scan and file all relevant documentation as required by the department
Process and file all records accordingly
Follow-up, process and file all outstanding documentation as required
Compile and maintain databases as is relevant for the department
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to meetings are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service5.
Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required
Optimise own performance within the team
Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: CERTIFICATION
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Certification
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Operations

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE
To provide general services to internal and external certification customers and to ensure compliance to legislative requirements.

Detailed Description:

Provide administrative support to the Certification department
Monitor the timeous loading of audit data into client record folders on sharepoint by conducting regular audits of these folders
Compilation of AB packs
Regular evaluation of the CrtF 710 tracking tool to highlight gaps
Compilation of agreements (post-sales process)
Conduct and assist with Sample administration
Provide ad-hoc administrative duties as requested by Management
Participate in audit activities within the department
Observe on audits where logistically and financially feasible
Attend all in-house training sessions/ awareness session in order to gain knowledge of auditing activities
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service3.
Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required
Optimise own performance within the team
Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: COMPLIANCE, RISK AND LEGAL SERVICES
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Legal
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Legal

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

Detailed Description:
Provide general support to the department as required

Provide and compile input to reports as required
Render ad hoc legal / paralegal support as required by management
Prepare legal correspondence under supervision of line management
Prepare briefs, statements and other legal documents under supervision of line management
Research documents, legal articles, judgements, etc. to prepare legal documents as required
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to departmental requirements are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required
Implement the processes of the department according to the SABS standards and requirements under supervision
Liaise with stakeholders to ensure that all stakeholder expectations are managed appropriately

Update and maintain the record management and database processes for the department

Review and maintain the records and databases on a regular basis
Update information as required
Scan and file all relevant documentation as is required for the databases

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: CONTENT SOLUTIONS, PUBLISHING AND LICENCING
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Digital Transformation & Innovation
Minimum experience: Internship
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Customer Service

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To provide general Content Solutions, Publishing and Licensing administrative support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

B Degree or National Diploma in Library and Information Science / Information management or a related field (i.e. Records management)
Relevant IT proficiency (MS Office suite, Internet etc.)
Willingness to learn (Standards related duties; subscription management and other related on-the-job training)
Display understanding of Information and records Management

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Provide administrative support to the Content Solutions, Publishing and department as required
Assist in subscription records management
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service
Optimise own performance within the team

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Digital Transformation & Innovation
Minimum experience: Internship
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Customer Service

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To provide general Customer Engagement administrative support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

B Degree or National Diploma in Business Management or a related field
Relevant IT proficiency (MS Office suite, Internet etc.)

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Provide administrative support to the Customer Engagement department as required
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service
Optimise own performance within the team

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: FACILITIES – HVAC TECHNICIAN
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Finance
Business Unit: Facilities
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Other

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised

Detailed Description:
Provide support to Facilities Maintenance

Implement the chosen preventive maintenance approach with its required safety precautions, execution activities, people and physical resource requirements, under supervision.
Execute required maintenance (i.e. isolate, inspect, overhaul, test, calibrate, acceptance test, repair, install, and replace) under supervision to the required trade standards, original equipment manufacturer specifications and other good practices and standards.
Perform quality control under supervision throughout the maintenance procedure and upon completion.
Render ad hoc administrative support as required by Engineering and Plant Maintenance

Co-ordinate and provide logistical support for activities within Facilities Maintenance

Coordinate, compile and ensure that all documents are prepared as per agreed timelines.
Ensure all logistics (e.g., venue booking, equipment checks, catering, travel, etc.) for meetings, etc. are implemented as per agreed timelines

Maintain and update the employee records filing management system

Maintain, scan and file all relevant documentation as required by Facilities Maintenance
Process and file all records accordingly
Follow-up, process and file all outstanding documentation as required
Compile and maintain databases as is relevant for Engineering and Plant Maintenance
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to meetings are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: FACILITIES – MECHANICAL FITTER
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Finance
Business Unit: Facilities
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Other

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised

Detailed Description:
Provide support to Engineering and Plant Maintenance

Implement the chosen preventive maintenance approach with its required safety precautions, execution activities, people and physical resource requirements, under supervision.
Execute required maintenance (i.e. isolate, inspect, overhaul, test, calibrate, acceptance test, repair, install, and replace) under supervision to the required trade standards, original equipment manufacturer specifications and other good practices and standards.
Perform quality control under supervision throughout the maintenance procedure and upon completion.
Render ad hoc administrative support as required by Engineering and Plant Maintenance

Co-ordinate and provide logistical support for activities within Engineering and Plant Maintenance

Coordinate, compile and ensure that all documents are prepared as per agreed timelines.
Ensure all logistics (e.g., venue booking, equipment checks, catering, travel, etc.) for meetings, etc. are implemented as per agreed timelines

Maintain and update the employee records filing management system

Maintain, scan and file all relevant documentation as required by Engineering and Plant Maintenance
Process and file all records accordingly
Follow-up, process and file all outstanding documentation as required
Compile and maintain databases as is relevant for Engineering and Plant Maintenance
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to meetings are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: FINANCE
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Finance
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Finance

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general financial administrative support to the Finance division so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised and aligned to international financial reporting standards (IFRS).

Detailed Description:
Provide financial administrative support to the Billing department within the Finance division

Capture invoices on the JDE financial system across all the SABS revenue streams
Process credit notes on customer accounts and draft memorandums with supporting documentation for credit note requests
Follow-up on open sales orders
Prepare sales journals
Provide required audit information to internal and external auditors on time
Peruse the Approval Board (AB) minutes and action accordingly
Monitor cancellations and legal collections to ensure that the requisite billing process is stopped promptly
Review and update the end-to-end billing process
Render ad hoc administrative support as required by Finance management

Prepare financial accounting transactions and reconciliations

Prepare monthly general and accruals journals.
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations
Implement capitalisation of fixed assets on the fixed asset register (FAR)
Perform monthly depreciation runs and submit for approval
Transfer fixed assets between business units and across group entities on FAR based on the approved asset transfer form
Review fixed asset ledger to ensure only valid transactions are capitalised in line with IAS 16

Prepare month-end and year-end processes and financial statements

Compile and maintain databases as is relevant for the Finance division
Prepare month-end and audit files within set dead-lines, ensuring all required schedules/reconciliations and related valid supporting documentation are available.
Provide and compile input to reports (e.g., monthly and quarterly reports, annual financial statements, etc.) as required according to IFRS
Review the annual report to ensure that data transfer was accurate and that no formatting issues are present
Schedule monthly/year-end meetings as well as compile minutes of the meetings for distribution
Complete the National Treasury template for review and manage the process to ensure deadlines are met for completion and delivery.
Provide required audit information to internal and external auditors on time Ensure that all documentation as it relates to meetings are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the relevant line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems (telephonically or via email) as they relate to departmental deliverables
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: HUMAN CAPITAL
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Human Capital
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Human Resources

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general Human Capital administrative support to the division so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.
Detailed Description:
Provide general support to the department as required

Provide advice / support (e.g., telephonic, email ,etc.) to walk in clients as required
Coordinate the interview process (e.g., scheduling interviews, liaising with candidate and line managers, preparing interview packs, etc.)
Coordinate the candidate assessment process with service providers.
Process and conduct potential employee background verification (e.g., reference, credit qualification and criminal verifications)
Draft and issue various Human Capital letters (e.g., appointment letters, transfer letters, change of reporting letters, bursary letters, etc.) and complete the necessary employee engagement forms.
Consolidate interview documentation and open new employees files
Coordinate the employee on-boarding process on the first day of employment.
Coordinate the corporate induction and business unit induction processes
Render ad hoc administrative support as required by Human Capital management
Coordinate the exit interview process and prepare exit interview reports.
Capture learner results and compile training record information (e.g., WSP, ATR, training reports, etc.)
Record all training (AO6) requests and assist with the sourcing of providers.
Provide and compile input to reports as required

Update and maintain the record management and database processes for the department

Coordinate, compile and ensure that all documents for meetings, interviews, training initiatives, etc. are prepared as per agreed timelines.
Ensure all logistics (e.g., facilitator / venue booking, candidate booking, equipment checks, catering, accommodation, travel, etc.) for training initiatives, interviews, meetings, etc. are implemented as per agreed timelines

Maintain and update the employee records filing management system

Maintain, scan and file all relevant documentation as required by Human Capital (e.g., selection records, certificates, acceptance letters, recruitment forms, etc.)
Process and file all selection records accordingly within the requisite employee file
Follow-up, process and file all outstanding employee documentation as required
Compile and maintain databases as is relevant for the Human Capital division
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to meetings are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: ICT
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Digital Transformation & Innovation
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Information Technology

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

Provide general support to the department as required

Provide and compile input to reports as required
Render ad IT support as required by management
Set up workstations as required under supervision
Install and configure software as required, under supervision
Provide orientation to users on how to operate equipment, under supervision
Provide ICT service desk support to end-users, under supervision, including assigning incidents or service requests, answering service desk calls, resolving logged user issues, and escalating unresolved calls as per standard operating procedures
Escalate unresolved ICT requests and provide status reports as required.
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to departmental requirements are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required
Implement the processes of the department according to the SABS standards and requirements under supervision
Liaise with stakeholders to ensure that all stakeholder expectations are managed appropriately

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: LABORATORY SERVICES
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Laboratory Services
Minimum experience: Not Applicable
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Operations

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To provide general testing administrative support and to conduct laboratory operations within the Laboratory Services Division, according to required quality management system (QMS) and accreditation requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

B Degree or National Diploma in: Analytical Chemistry, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Polymer Chemistry, Textile Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Electrical Engineering (Heavy / Light Current), Mechanical Engineering or Business Administration
Relevant IT proficiency (MS Office suite, Internet etc.)
Willingness to learn (testing methods, calibration procedures, test report generation and other related on-the-job training)

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Conduct tests and generate test results and report thereof
Apply calibration and maintenance procedures
Participate in maintaining the quality management system and accreditation of the laboratory
Adhere to SABS HSE policies and procedure
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service
Optimise own performance within the team

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Digital Transformation & Innovation
Minimum experience: Internship
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Customer Service

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To provide general Marketing administrative support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

B-Degree or National Diploma in communication, marketing, business management, public relations or a related field
Relevant IT proficiency (MS Office suite, Internet, use of MacOs, Social Media, etc.)
Willingness to learn (social media processes and other related on-the-job training)
Display understanding of social media and digital media platforms

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Provide administrative support to the Marketing department as and when required
Co-ordinate and provide logistical support for activities within the Marketing department, especially social media
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service
Optimise own performance within the team. Understanding of Social and digital reporting and feedback

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To provide general Marketing administrative support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

B-Degree or National Diploma in Business Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or a related field
Relevant IT proficiency (MS Office suite, Internet.)
Willingness to learn (in-house systems and other related on-the-job training)
Display understanding of Sales and Marketing concepts

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Provide administrative support to the Sales department as and when required
Co-ordinate and provide logistical support for activities within the Sales department, especially social media
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service
Optimise own performance within the team.

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: STANDARDS (EDITING SERVICES)
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Standards
Business Unit: Processes & Support
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Operations

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE
To provide general editing services to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

Detailed Description:
·       Provide administrative support to the Editing Services department as required
·       Provide and compile input to reports as required
·       Render ad hoc administrative support as required by Editing Services management
·       Ensure that all documentation as it relates to stakeholder requirements are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required
·       Implement the process of editing, e-read, proof reading, silent reading, numbering comparison and preparation of master copies according to the SABS standards and requirements
·       Facilitate the process of editing requests according to client requirements and within appropriate time frames
·       Liaise with stakeholders to ensure that all stakeholder expectations are managed appropriately
·       Update and maintain the record management and database (e.g., SABStan) processes for the department
·       Facilitate the editing workflow through the Livelink database and update SABStan records accordingly
·       Review and maintain the SABStan database on a regular basis
·       Update information (e.g., updating of stage codes per project, etc.) contained within the SABStan database on a quarterly basis
·       Scan and file all relevant documentation as required for the SABStan database
·       Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service3.
·       Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
·       Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
·       Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
·       Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
·       Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
·       Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required
·       Optimise own performance within the team
·       Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
·       Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
·       Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
·       Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
·       Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
·       Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
·       Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: STANDARDS (STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT)
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Standards
Business Unit: Standards Development
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Operations

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide general support services to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised.

Detailed Description:

Provide administrative support to the Standards Development department as required
Gain understanding and Implement Standards Development Processes and Procedure
Gain understanding and assist in the process of writing a National Standard under supervision
Gain understanding of and implement International Standardization processes and ARP 013
Gain understanding of successful minutes taking and implement as required
Gain understanding of effective committee meetings and implement as required
Provide administrative support to the Standards Development department as required
Update and maintain the record management and database processes for the department
Maintain, scan and file all relevant documentation as required by the department
Process and file all records accordingly
Follow-up, process and file all outstanding documentation as required
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to meetings are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required
Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service3.
Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems as they relate to departmental projects
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required
Optimise own performance within the team
Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary

SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)

INTERN: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Pretoria, Gauteng
Internship

Closing Date 06 December 2021

Job Details
Division: Finance
Business Unit: Procurement
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Supply Chain

Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide general supply chain management administrative support to the department so as to ensure that service delivery is optimised

Provide administrative support to Supply Chain Management

Convert requisitions to purchase orders timeously where required.
Coordinate and resolve internal queries relating to order status in consultation with the relevant business unit and respond to internal client and supplier inquires related to all purchase orders and shipping / deliveries.
Compile, verify and submit compliant vendor on-boarding forms to accounts payable.
Validate compliance of all awards in line with relevant legislation and policy prior to the approval of all purchase orders.
Provide administrative support to the Strategic Sourcing Unit
Render ad hoc administrative support as required by Supply Chain Management

Co-ordinate and provide logistical support for activities within Supply Chain Management

Coordinate, compile and ensure that all documents for meetings, supply chain initiatives, etc. are prepared as per agreed timelines.
Ensure all logistics (e.g., venue booking, equipment checks, catering, travel, etc.) for supply chain initiatives, meetings, etc. are implemented as per agreed timelines

Maintain and update the procurement filing management system

Maintain, scan and file all relevant documentation as required by Supply Chain
Process and file all records accordingly
Follow-up, process and file all outstanding supply chain management documentation as required
Compile and maintain databases as is relevant for Supply Chain Management
Ensure that all documentation as it relates to meetings are updated and sent to the relevant stakeholders as and when it is required

Adhere to service standards and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure efficient communication of all client requested needs to the relevant line manager
Provide good customer service by meeting the client requirements
Handle queries and resolve problems (telephonically or via email) as they relate to departmental deliverables
Follow up on customer queries, complaints etc. where necessary
Provide timeous submission and compilation of all reports, time sheets, method files, etc.
Ensure stakeholders are updated with relevant feedback as required

Optimise own performance within the team

Participate as a productive team member by managing own performance in order to meet departmental objectives
Gather facts and information objectively with accuracy and attention to detail
Make logical decisions and use sound judgment in relation to tracking projects, tasks, assignments and reports
Plan, organize and coordinate relevant work duties as they relate to the department
Work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities and manage time and deadline driven workload
Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively build business relationships
Seek guidance and mentorship from more experienced team members where necessary