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Brief Role Description

To support the execution of the Internal communication and Employee Engagement Strategy, effectively engage and inform internal stakeholders. This means providing support on internal communication initiatives, campaigns and events

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Participate as part of internal communications team in the planning of the Internal Communications and Employee Engagement strategy in line with the overarching business goals.
• Support the development and implementation of internal communications strategy and roadmap for internal communication, aligned to the company’s vision, culture and strategy.
• Create segmented and personalized communication through internal profiling and segmentation techniques, targeted/preferred channels, content toolkits, use of internal channels.
• Formulate and implement concepts and ideas for creative campaigns for internal audience.
• Assist in developing internal feedback mechanisms and channels to improve internal communications effectiveness and enhance employee engagement.
• Plan and conduct internal communication research and analysis of employees perceptions and benchmark on internal campaigns and measure success of campaigns.
• Provide communication guidelines and advice to key internal stakeholders ensuring effective communication initiatives are realized and leverage in line with business strategic objectives.
• Support implementation of internal communications projects across the company, in conjunction internal business partners.
• Ensure alignment and consistency in communication and messaging together with Corporate Communications and Brand Marketing team.
• Provide input into the forecasting, planning, development and review of the budget

Qualification requirements

• National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Communication/ Journalism / Marketing

Experience needed

• Minimum 5-7 years ‘experience in Communications/ Internal Communications/Employee Engagement /Public Relations

Essentials

• Track record of conceptualization and delivery of internal campaigns and employee events
• Good understanding of the motor or related industry
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Presentation, Word, Excel)
• Excellent presentation skills
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels internally & externally
• Excellent decision-making, problem-solving skills and analytical ability
• Negotiation skills and budget management
• Creative and innovative
• Project Management
• Ability to network and work in diverse groups

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Brief Role Description
This position is responsible for the timely assessment and implementation of Change Management (Aeko’s) and Lifecycle activities, for vehicle projects defined as products predominantly for export markets, as instructed by the Group Board. This position is also responsible for special model introduction project management to keep the models relevant as per customer and regional requirements.   Collates and prepares the presentations to for approval of the funds to top management for the project changes post milestone PF as well as Model Year. Ensuring that the approval request is agreed cross divisionally and does not negatively impact the business from a financial and overall plant efficiency perspective.

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Plan, lead and organise local cross-divisional meetings to ensure successful project implementation.
• Review open tasks and deadlines using timing plans to achieve a successful start of production (SOP).
• Motivate and encourage team members by providing the necessary support, guidance and platform where open communication is encouraged to ensure products meet customer requirements while being economically viable.
• Represent VWGA at local and international product and platform team meetings to maintain the information flow.
• Consolidate divisional input to be submitted for Aeko’s (investment, timing), and coordinate local Aeko meetings in preparation for Group forums in order to represent VWGA at international Aeko [Change Point] meetings thus ensuring changes are financially feasible and divisional inputs are plausible.
• Represent VWGA in model year meetings ensuring both the HUT and Platform changes in Brazil and Skoda respectively are implemented for the local product where necessary to ensure vehicle buildability.
• Represent the department in all complexity and variant reduction forums.
• Interfacing with the Fachgruppen (Specialist Group) team leaders by setting up regular feedback sessions to ensure part readiness for a successful SOP.
• Prepare business cases with cross-divisional input for local and international forums by ensuring all divisions timeously provided their cost impact for Finance to create a business case.
• Develop strategy recommendation presentations for VWGA production by liaising with international Project Leader counterparts ensuring that the best suited product is developed and built.
• Evaluate cross-divisional impact of decisions to mitigate risks for the organisation.
• Manage projects within approved budgets, resources and timelines to get a financially viable product that meets market requirements.

Qualification requirements

• A 3-year tertiary qualification in Engineering, Marketing or Finance discipline
•  A formal qualification in Project Management.

Experience needed

• A minimum of 3 years’ project management experience from Product definition to End of product

Essentials

• The ability to prepare professional, comprehensive presentations for decision making at Board level.
• Knowledge and understanding of the automotive industry.
• Understanding of the product emergence process (PEP) and change management processes.
• High level of attention to detail and project management skills.
• Sound understanding of business processes.
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to lead and motivate cross-divisional teams under pressure.
• The ability to analyse and solve complex problems.
• Good interpersonal skills (negotiation and communication)
• Microsoft Office (MS Excel/ MS PowerPoint/ MS Word) - Advanced
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to multinational groups

Added Advantage

• A formal qualification in project management.
• Marketing experience.
• German and Portuguese language proficiency.

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Brief Role Description

 To provide accurate bills of materials (BOMs) for series and pre-series parts to internal and external supply chain partners for the production of vehicles and/or components destined for in-house-, local-, and export customers. To manage the successful introduction of engineering changes in series and pre- series production. To identify, analyse, and report / communicate out of line bill of material situations and ensure commitment to corrective actions. To advance the management of part number variance in the plant to ensure optimal products to satisfy internal and external customers

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Evaluating the impact of engineering changes on the BOMs and providing accurate input into the change management system.
• Converting the Engineering Bill of Material (E/BOM) into a Production Bill of Material (P/BOM)
• Determining timing for the introduction of engineering changes at VWSA by considering the lead plant timing, related changes, supplier (local and foreign) lead times, inventory levels, vehicle definitions and customer requirements
• Securing continued supply of imported material for production of vehicles and components by coordinating the “Neuteile” (New Components) request process. 
• Intervening in the P/BOM to prevent line stoppages through the implementation of temporary changes (deviations) to correct errors in usage, PR number, color, and trim combinations as well as effective period. 
• Ensure correct documentation is put in place for the permanent correction of temporary intervention.
• Providing accurate BOMs to JIT-, JIS and kit suppliers on a continuous basis (as the vehicle passes through the production process) for the production of sub-assemblies.
• Investigating ad-hoc data queries related to the P/BOM to ensure the accuracy of the BOM so that parts are delivered timeously to the relevant Production areas.

Qualification requirements

• ND/Degree in Mechanical/ Industrial /Electrical Engineering or Production Management/ Supply Chain Management /Logistics/ Information Technology/ Data Science

Experience needed

• At least 3 years’ experience gained within the automotive industry in a Logistics environment

Essentials

• Working knowledge of VW Group Technical Data/Engineering Change Processes and Engineering Systems and BOM (Bill of Material).
• Understanding of the Vehicle build processes.
• Understanding of RPA (Robotic Process Automation)
• Project Management Experience
• Computer literate, Microsoft Office Package (Word; Excel & PowerPoint) SAP
• Ability to communicate at all levels (Good written and verbal communication skills.)
• Be analytical skills with an innovate approach to problem – solving

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Brief Role Description

Based in Kariega (B-Plant) and reporting into the Leadership Academy structure, the incumbent is responsible for developing, implementing and tracking various organisational and leadership development initiatives across all levels of the organisation to drive improved levels of employee engagement

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Support various learning projects and learning experience designs to ensure timely and effective delivery of the right learning to the right people including developing, piloting and evaluating new learning and leadership development programs
• Support the development and implementation of innovative and measurable learning journeys using diverse modalities, including digital learning, on-the-job training, blended learning, mobile learning, performance support, and simulations
• Consult pro-actively with line management and organisational units to identify underlying team and organizational culture/ climate factors that may enhance or detract from the team’s group cohesion and engagement
• Collaborate with various cross-functional teams and departmental leaders to align OD and engagement interventions and activities with business goals
• Facilitate the design and delivery of relevant in-house OD and engagement events (e.g. team discussions, engagement workshops, away days) to grow and build team engagement
• Provide support to the Volkswagen Assessment Centre department and associated progression and competency assessment processes
• Serve as local contact and liaison with central Volkswagen Group AG Survey team network on matters related to local and international Group employee engagement and organisational climate survey processes
• Compile and distribute relevant communication packages by working collaboratively with the Internal Communications department to ensure effective communication of organisational development and engagement processes to the organisation
• Monitor the relevant departmental budgets through forecasting, tracking and reconciling expenditure against planned spend and pro-actively following up on out–of–line situations
• Collaborate with department stakeholders to share ideas, leverage synergies, and promote a culture of learning across the organization
• Manage and ensure integrity of the learning management system to include working with external vendors, system upgrades, data maintenance, and advocacy

Qualification requirements

• Hold at least a formal 3 year Bachelor’s degree from a recognised tertiary institution, preferably with majors in Human Resource Management/ Industrial Psychology/ Organisational Development.
• Additional professional registration/ accreditation status as Industrial Psychologist and/ or certified coach will carry a distinct advantage

Experience needed

• A minimum of 3 - 5 years in the field of Human Resource Management, ideally gained within one or more of the following HR fields; Learning and Development, HR Consulting/ Business Partnering, Assessment and Diagnostics

Essentials

• Working knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors will be a plus
• Knowledge of employee engagement/ motivation methodologies, concepts, techniques and tools
• Knowledge of change management processes
• Able to analyze OD training needs, evaluate intervention effectiveness and provide recommendations to promote a high performance culture
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Model company values and demonstrate the ability to establish personal credibility quickly and build trust with colleagues and teams across all levels
• Well-developed facilitation skills and exhibit a passion for team coaching
• Have the capacity to mediate and manage conflict situations constructively
• Sound project management skills
• Good analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Have the ability to manage budgets, control financial administration and expenditure
• High level of energy, work commitment, initiative and resourcefulness
• Be a pragmatic, solution-oriented self-starter with the ability to adapt easily to changing priorities and business needs
• Be willing and able to work outside of normal office hours in accordance with operational business needs/ customer area requirements
• Be willing and able to travel locally and abroad in the ambit of the position
• Be fully proficient in MS Office with good report preparation/ presentation skills

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Brief Role Description

•  Based in Sandton in Audi Brand, the successful incumbent will be responsible to lead the development and delivery of Audi SA’s operational strategy; and management of sales programmes and Audi Financial Services strategy, co-ordinate the Dealer field team activities, and provide a communication platform to the Dealer Council and AUDI AG on all sales related matters

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Analyse economic conditions affecting the motor industry, identify retail opportunities, formulate retail strategies
• Devise plans to steer market share, model penetration and mitigate against risks 
• Facilitate and co-ordinate work scheduling and process flows between various departments
• Ensure efficiencies between Audi Supply Chain and Audi Sales: Dealer allocations, Dealer ordering/ specification, transportation, bond clearances, aged stock and Dealer wholesale
• Collaborate with Product Marketing and Dealer Academy; and engage with Dealer Network management
• Contribute to marketing activities that drive specific sales and Brand building campaigns
• Monitor:  retail and wholesale development and accessories performance; devise strategies and propose incentives.
• Manage the incentive budget and approve monthly/ quarterly payouts
•   Analyse various reports including Audi Financial Services, business systems and operational processes
• Foster positive working relationship with Franchise Directors, Dealer Principals and portfolio managers
• Consult with Audi NDAC and the relevant Subcommittee on Sales and Marketing
• Define business requirement for Sales analysis, implement and oversee the output
• Develop, support and implement Audi Financial Services initiatives.
• Lead a team of Regional Sales Managers and Sales Analyst

Qualification requirements

• A recognised 3-year National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Marketing/Commerce/Engineering/Business Managment

Experience Needed

• Minimum 10 years’ Management experience
• Minimum of 5 years motor industry experience, ideally within Sales & Brand / Volume & Supply Chain Planning / Product Planning
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience as a Regional Sales Manager

Essentials

• Strategic thinking and application
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively at all levels, written and verbal.
• Commercially astute with proven track record of adding value and achieving targets.
• Ability to effectively negotiate and make decisions at a Senior company, Dealer and Supplier level.
• Business understanding of automotive market and competitive environment.
• Understanding of financial principles and business management.
• Sound understanding of the Marketing/ Sales environment as well as brand principles.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Product and retail selling knowledge.
• Passion for automotive retail and marketing disciplines

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Brief Role Description

To plan, define and coordinate the Quality release of new projects, facilities, components and locally produced products according to Group Quality, Cost and productivity targets by strict adherence to the Product Emergence Process (PEP).

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Ensuring that the new vehicle evaluation/validation (Model change and New Projects) is carried out to the laid down Konzern guidelines.  Make recommendations regarding PVS (Pre-Series Build) and O-Series vehicle build status, for the pending SOP (Start of Series Production) release of the new product at the required timing.
• Communicating with VW/Audi AG on all new project related topics.
• Representing QA Division in Project meetings, assess decision requirement, prepare and submit requirements to Project Team.
• Assessing and co-ordinating all proposed changes (PP, ECR, Deviations, and Localization) for their impact on the business
• Planning the introduction of changes according to Group guidelines to minimize risk to Production.
• Generating project investment requirements on behalf of Quality.
• Determining manpower requirements for SKD, MKD and CKD operations.
• Analysing the cause of non-conformances reported through validation drives and co-ordinating the problem resolution process with the responsible departments.

Qualification requirements

BSc degree /National Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Experience needed

• Have a minimum of 5 years Engineering experience.
• Have 3 – 5 years Project Management experience

Essentials

• Thorough working knowledge of Automotive (Technical, Quality and Design functions).
• Knowledge of Conformity of Series Production and associated legal requirements of worldwide export markets.
• Working experience of statistical techniques and quality tools
• Working knowledge of ISO 9000 / VDA-6 elements / OHS and philosophy
•  International interaction
•  German language (speak, read, and write)