Fresh Positions at Parvana

Position Overview:

• In this role, you'll be integral to the recruitment team, working to identify and attract top talent for our client, a global leader in innovative solutions. You'll collaborate with IT and business managers to understand hiring needs, source and screen candidates, and build a strong talent pipeline.
• Responsibilities include coordinating interviews, supporting onboarding, managing recruitment stats, and conducting reference checks.
• Strong communication skills, a results-driven mindset, and alignment with company values are essential. This 12-month contract offers flexibility with hybrid or office-based work options.

What you will be doing:

• Collaborate with IT professionals and business managers to understand hiring needs.
• Source, screen, and refer top candidates to hiring managers for selection.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, ensuring smooth communication with all parties involved.
• Support the on-boarding process, helping new hires integrate seamlessly into the team.
• Provide monthly recruitment statistics and keep all recruitment activities up to date.
• Conduct reference and background checks to ensure candidate suitability.
• Leverage your network and recruitment portals to find the best talent.
• Assist the HR/Recruitment team with various administrative tasks as needed.

What you will need:

• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
• Curious, always listening and engaging to understand true motivations.
• You are compassionately competitive, with a desire to be the best and to pull your team up with you.
• Someone who gets things done and is willing to step up, roll up your sleeves and take responsibility.
• Someone who wants to learn, wants to improve and wants to grow.
• Someone who resonates with and is happy to uphold company values.
• Possess a high level of empathy and effective, inclusive communication skills.

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Position Overview:

• Seeking a motivated and experienced Transport Controller with a solid background in cross-border transport brokerage.
• The ideal candidate should excel under pressure, have strong organisational and communication skills, and is adept at managing both people and processes.
• This role requires a dedicated professional capable of handling high-stress situations, frequent travel, including cross-border trips, and driving operational success.

What you will be doing:

• Oversee cross-border transport operations, ensuring all activities comply with regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to efficiently secure and execute transport contracts.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor transport operations to achieve timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Lead and motivate a team of drivers and logistics coordinators to maintain high performance and team morale.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and subcontractors, keeping them informed and addressing any concerns.
• Explore new business opportunities and negotiate favourable rates to enhance profitability and service quality.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), implement improvements, and ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.

What You Need:

• A relevant tertiary qualification would be beneficial.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transport brokerage, focusing on cross-border operations.
• Proven skills in contract negotiation and deal closure for profitability.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities for all levels of interaction.
• Highly dedicated, hard-working, and able to manage demanding workloads.
• Skilled problem solver and analytical thinker who thrives under pressure.
• Experience in managing and leading teams, with a focus on performance and growth.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and decision-making ability under pressure.
• Organised, diligent, and capable of multitasking and prioritising effectively.
• Familiarity with transport management systems (TMS) and related software.
• Willing to travel frequently, including cross-border trips.

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Position Overview:

• This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, managing service requests and providing IT support on a level 2 upwards basis. You will be part of a team that has overall responsibility for overseeing the service request queue, assisting with software security issues, and ensuring timely resolution of service requests. Key duties include handling work incident requests which are complex software related. All training and mentoring will be provided but you will never be bored!
• To qualify, you need to be a nice person that enjoys learning and having fun. Your interpersonal skills - written and spoken do need to be above average in line with both the internal users and blue chip clients. You will bring IT administration experience, a solid understanding of Microsoft Active Directory, Office 365, desktop operating systems, ticketing systems experience and they will teach you everything else If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and can work independently as well as in a team, sometimes under pressure, this role could be a great fit for you.

What you will be doing:

• Reflect your knowledge and experience of issue logging and resolution.
• Help address and resolve desktop security threats to keep our systems secure.
• Resolve service requests promptly, in line with the organisations highly professional SLAs.
• Participate in meetings around R&D, automation and continuous improvement.

What you need:

• A+, N+, MCSA certifications.
• 2 - 4 years in an IT administrator role with experience in administering Microsoft Active Directory.
• Skilled in installing desktop operating systems and supporting Office 365 applications.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems and work scheduling.

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Position Overview:

• Seeking a passionate and motivated client facing, strong communicator who can represent their brand and who has a strong revenue influencing and client facing background. The primary focus will be promoting and selling their software Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and engaging with potential clients to showcase its educational benefits.

What you will be doing:

• Collaborate with the Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, and Instructure’s EMEA Director to develop and implement effective sales strategies for Canvas LMS.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and engaging with potential clients to closing deals and maintaining client relationships.
• Conduct market research to identify new sales opportunities and understand customer needs, utilising methods such as cold calling, networking, and social media outreach.
• Organise and conduct meetings and presentations with potential clients to showcase how Canvas LMS meets their educational needs.
• Prepare detailed sales and financial reports to track progress and inform strategy adjustments.
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and conferences to increase brand visibility and generate leads.
• Collect customer feedback and insights to share with internal teams, helping to refine products and improve customer satisfaction.

What you need:

• A relevant tertiary qualification would be beneficial.
• Proven experience in sales, ideally within edtech or software sectors.
• Strong knowledge of sales performance metrics and CRM software.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
• Outstanding interpersonal, customer service, and rapport-building abilities.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of independent and team work.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Afrikaans, Zulu, or Xhosa is a plus.

Contract Duration:

• 12 month contract

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Position Overview:

• Looking for an enthusiastic and organised Junior Property Management Assistant to join our client’s dynamic team
• This entry-level position provides a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to start or further develop their career in property management.
• You will be responsible for supporting the property management team with various administrative and operational tasks, ensuring smooth and efficient property transactions.
• The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to learn about property management practices.
• You will gain valuable hands-on experience in the real estate industry, working closely with property owners, tenants, and other stakeholders.

What you will be doing:

• Review and process headlease invoices, including the verification of bank details and the onboarding of new head leases.
• Handle email correspondence related to variable and head lease matters.
• Liaise with prospective and current property owners to address inquiries and resolve issues.
• Update transfer records accurately and maintain documentation.
• Use the project management software to ensure data accuracy and organisation.
• Coordinate handover procedures for property transactions.
• Facilitate communication among sellers, agents, buyers, and conveyancers during sales processes.
• Assist in the property management of commercial sections of the building.
• Participate in splitting utilities bills and managing related processes.
• Communicate with the Body Corporate on matters pertaining to property management.

What you need:

• To enjoy a fast-paced and highly dynamic work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable interacting with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take initiative on individual tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).