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Specific focus will be on effectively managing retail portfolio queries. Continuously monitor performance of service providers/ dealers for channels and escalate non-performance. Enable and instil a strong customer focus within own environment in alignment with the overall CSB strategy.\n\nJob Responsibilities\n\rGeneric Responsibilities (40%)\n\n Develop and provide management information that includes HR & Financial issues, Resource & assets, performance, as well as commitments (SLA's)\n\n Prepare and manage travel schedules for the ME & Senior Management\n\n Provide high level support regarding weekly statistics, Exco Issues, Budget, logistics, workshops & meetings, office functioning, as well as tracking of Performance Management\n\n Prepare, compile and validate documentation such as presentations, operational documentation, submissions, statistics, graphs, proposals, organograms, letters, memo's and agendas\n\n Keep minutes of management meetings and track emanating actions\n\n Network with relevant role players via meetings and conferences, discussion forums and committees\n\n Approve all expense requisitions in line with the division's framework\n\n Coordinate finances, assist with budget preparation\n\nFunctional Area Responsibilities (60%)\n\n Execute high level support functions to ensure that the business development, operational and office management are carried out effectively and efficiently.\n\n Ensure smooth communication between the MEs office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.\n\n Manage escalation queries (cancellations, outstanding orders, applications)\n\n Responsible to take accountability for calls, prioritizing, resolving and providing feedback\n\n Manage and monitor performance of service providers/ dealers for channels\n\n Drive coordination of stock/ devices for vendors and customers on launches (both internal and external)\n\n Create and implement processes and templates for the channels\n\n Driving opportunities and sales for LTE Campaign management\n\n Digital Campaign Activity management\n\nCore Competencies\n\rFUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE\n\nBusiness Administration; Financial Administration; Communication; Project management; Telkom Structure; Telkom policies and processes; Computer Software; English Language; Customer Care; Facilities; Systems; Office Equipment; Financial Acumen; ICT Industry; Mobile Products & Services; Consumer trends & products; Research methodology & tools\n\nFUNCTIONAL SKILLS\n\nInterpersonal; Analytical; Communicating; Problem Solving\n\nATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES\n\nBusiness Orientated; Diplomatic; Ethical; Goal Orientated; Responsible; Proactive; Dedicated; Accurate; Assertive; Integrity; Team player; Values Aligned with Telkom Values\n\nCertifications\n\rEducation\n\rNQF 6: National Diploma/ Advanced Diploma/ CertificateOR NQF 4: School leaving qualification: National Certificate (Grade 12)/ National Senior Certificate/ National (vocational) CertificateExperience\n\r5 Years relevant experienceOR 7 years experienceAdditional 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