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Location: Kitwe – Kamfinsa Area, Zambia
Reports to: Senior Accountant
Company Overview:
TSAPO Industries Zambia Limited is a leading supplier of high-quality commercial vehicles and equipment, representing globally renowned brands such as FAW Trucks, Sino Trucks, Lovol Mining and Construction Equipment, and Golden Dragon Buses. We are committed to delivering reliable, affordable, and terrain-appropriate solutions for the African market. Join us and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in service delivery and customer satisfaction
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
Manage general ledger entries, including accruals, prepayments, and journal adjustments.
Ensure compliance with Zambian accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support decision-making.
Monitor and control financial transactions, including loans, interest income, and operational expenses.
Assist with internal and external audits, providing required documentation and explanations.
Support the Finance Manager in tax filings, statutory reporting, and regulatory submissions.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior finance staff.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in accounting operations.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Associated member of ZICA or fellow member.
Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in microfinance, banking, or financial services.
Strong understanding of Zambian tax and regulatory requirements.
Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, or QuickBooks).
Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.
Skills & Competencies:
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions
Business Line Manager, Ground Support / Tanzania, Mwanza, Zambia, Kitwe, DRC, Kinshasa
Our Company and Culture
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a globally recognized leader in supplying equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. As a business area within the Sandvik Group, we are proud to employ approximately 44,000 people across more than 150 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.
We recognize that our strength lies in diversity, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, fairness, and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women.
Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in the mining and construction industries.
Job Purpose
Employer branding service
The Business Line Manager (BLM) is fully responsible for the representation of the Ground Support Division in the sales area. This includes leadership of the Ground Support team, customer engagement, sales performance, and profitability. The role ensures the successful implementation of Ground Support Division strategies, technical and application support, and achievement of key financial metrics including sales volume, profit margins, administrative and sales (A&S) expenses, and working capital.
Key Responsibilities
Drive achievement of budgeted sales value, volume, and profitability for Ground Support products
Translate strategic goals into actionable sales targets for the Ground Support team
Provide regular performance reports and business metrics to senior management
Collaborate with leadership to set forecasts, budgets, and strategic targets
Cultivate strong relationships with end-users and customers
Monitor and refine sales strategies based on performance and market feedback
Lead and develop First Line Sales Managers and Ground Support personnel
Oversee multiple teams or departments across locations
Maintain financial discipline, balancing sales results with A&S expenditure
Lead business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking for Ground Support
Provide market intelligence and feedback to support Ground Support product development
Stay informed on competitor activities and ensure market competitiveness
Maintain and analyze market data related to Ground Support and competitors
Identify training needs and ensure delivery of relevant technical, application, and soft skills development
Ensure robust technical sales support for Ground Support products
Evaluate and support distributor relationships in collaboration with dealer managers
Implement global Ground Support strategies and initiatives locally
Develop and maintain succession plans for key Ground Support roles
Ensure compliance with Sandvik’s Environmental, Health & Safety Policy
Qualification
Proven track record in driving performance, achieving results, and translating vision into execution.
Strong relationship-building skills and market insight.
Leadership experience with stakeholder management and fluent English communication.
Extensive experience in sales, business development, or related fields within mining or construction.
Deep understanding of Ground Support principles and applications in underground and surface mining.
Tertiary qualifications in mining, engineering, or business, with at least 10 years in senior management.
International exposure and cross-cultural awareness, especially in remote or challenging environments.
Required Competencies, Licenses or certificates:
Distributor Management in certain Markets
Sales Management
Financial Understanding
Application Knowledge of the product line(s)
Technical Aptitude
Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal in English
French language skills would be an added advantage
Valid Drivers’ License
Valid Passport
Able to clear a criminal background check
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Job Description
VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: TECHNICAL ADVISOR – ROTABLES QA/QC
Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a high-caliber technically driven Technical Advisor – Rotables QA/QC to join our Engineering leadership team. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick’s DNA by:
Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
Committing to Zero Harm
Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships
 
Reporting to the HME Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Rotables Superintendent with technical expertise in ensuring that all rotable components meet Barrick’s quality, reliability, and safety standards before being returned to service. You will also play a key role in mentoring Reliability Technicians and Engineers, driving continuous improvement in vendor quality performance, and maintaining audit-ready QA documentation to support warranty and compliance programs
Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
Lead and conduct QA/QC inspections for all repaired and refurbished rotables.
Review teardown, NDT, and reassembly reports; ensure complete and auditable QA documentation.
Verifying and drafting SOP’s for rotables and offering technical support in ensuring serialization accuracy during QA inspections and maintaining compliance with SAP serialization requirements.
Define and enforce acceptance criteria for repaired components in line with OEM and Barrick standards.
Provide evidence and documentation to support warranty claims and quality audits.
Identify and report vendor non-conformance and recurring quality issues to the Rotables Superintendent.
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) investigations, providing inspection data and QA/QC insights.
Support supplier quality audits through technical reviews, compliance verification, and performance assessments.
Mentor and guide Reliability Technicians and Engineers in QA/QC principles, inspection methods, and reporting standards.
Promote and enforce Barrick’s Zero Harm culture through strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental regulations.
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:
Minimum of 15 years’ experience in QA/QC within the engineering and mining field.
Proven management experience will be advantageous.
Experience in supporting failure analysis (RCA, FMEA, RCM), and supporting
NDT inspection experience (UT, MT, PT or equivalent).
Registered member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).What We Can Offer You:
A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
The ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management. Barrick offers equal employment opportunities to qualified men and women.
Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply
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Relationship Officers: Consumer Lending – Ndola & Solwezi
Purpose;
The Relationship Officer – Consumer Lending will be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive customer relationships through a suite of new and existing retail banking products. This role is ideal for a driven and energetic individual with a passion for business development and customer acquisition in the consumer banking segment.
Key Responsibilities;

Prepare documentation for the creation of risk assets to enhance business office profitability
Aggressively market the banks products to drive revenue growth and market share
Solicit and acquire new customer relationships to grow deposit liabilities
Reactivate dormant accounts and relationships to improve profitability
Conduct client visits, calls, and attend business meetings
Implement marketing strategies and meet assigned targets
Process data to generate accurate reports and insights
Facilitate and maintain effective relationships with new and existing customers
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Consumer Lending

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Achievement of the approved Consumer Lending Profit Before Tax (PBT) target
Growth in deposit liabilities and customer base
Effectiveness in reactivating dormant accounts
Timeliness and accuracy of reports and documentation

Skills & Competencies:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Selling and marketing proficiency
Customer needs evaluation and solution orientation
Proactive and self-driven approach
Technology savvy with good knowledge of the business environment

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Job Description
Provide specialized Industrial Relations and generalist Human Capital services in support of the human capital policies and programmes.

Managing relationships with unions & ensuring that the Company’s treatment of employees is consistent with its core business values and objectives.
Handling complaints, managing disciplinary and grievance procedures and facilitating counselling in conjunction with other stakeholders.
Investigating and resolving complex or critical industrial relations issues in a timely and effective manner.
Maintain cordial relationship with external and/or government authorities/stakeholders .
Monitor, review and update labour policies Manage dispute resolutions involving unions, management, employees or government agencies, etc.
Advise Management on contract negotiations and similar management-union relations
Manage regular labour engagements/meetings Prepare documentation and manage all processes regarding labour relations assignments Collating and analysing employee feedback across all levels on a regular basis and revising people programs and policies to generate more positive outcomes.
Participating in and/or leading projects focused on continuous improvement. Manage costs / expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies
Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers’ expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate solutions Support the business unit through the provision of relevant materials, documentations, minimum standards, templates, guidelines, FAQ’s and processes
Ensure that all policies and procedures are followed with regard to day-to-day operations of the HR Segment Comply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements Provision of an efficient administration service through careful and timeous planning, reporting and updating of all related information

Job Details
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.
23/11/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

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Job Summary
To deliver administrative services through the execution of predefined objectives as per agreed standard operating procedures (SOPs). Selecting this role has a compensation & benefit impact in Global Alliance Mozambique.
Job Description
Quality Assurance: Maintain a desired level of quality in a service or product, especially by means of attention to every stage of the process of delivery or production | Meeting deadlines: Completes tasks timeously | : | : | : | : | : | :
Education
Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Office Administration (Required)
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About Us
Alistair Group is one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest-growing service companies, delivering end-to-end logistics solutions with core strengths in road freight, material handling, customs clearance, warehousing, offshore/onshore equipment rental, and specialized inspection services.
With over 400 employees across 16 countries, we are expanding rapidly and are driven by our vision:
“To be known as the company that makes Africa work better.”
Our values of Honesty, Customer Focus, Continual Improvement, Humility, and Safety guide everything we do.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced HSSEQ Lead to oversee and implement Health, Safety, Security, Environmental, and Quality systems across our operations in Zambia.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with international standards, driving continual improvement, and fostering a strong HSSEQ culture across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day HSSEQ operations, policies, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) standards.
Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring corrective actions are tracked and closed.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and reporting.
Deliver HSSEQ training, including emergency response and security awareness.
Support waste management, environmental compliance, and business continuity planning.
Engage with regulatory bodies, clients, and internal teams to maintain high HSSEQ standards.
Regular travel to operational sites to provide on-the-ground support and oversight.
Qualifications & Experience
8+ years’ experience (5+ in QHSE, 3+ in logistics and lifting operations).
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (essential).
NEBOSH / SAMTRAC certification (preferred).
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
Experience in auditing HSSEQ systems (preferred).
Certified Trainer/Assessor.
Defensive Driving experience/certification is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a dynamic, fast-growing company with operations across Africa.
Opportunity to drive meaningful impact in safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Work with a team committed to excellence, growth, and innovation.
The Company reserves the right to withdraw from the recruitment process at any time, at its sole discretion. The sharing of any aptitude test, assessment, or invitation to an interview does not constitute an offer of employment or guarantee any future employment with the Company. Candidates acknowledge that progression through any stage of the recruitment process does not imply or ensure an eventual offer of employment
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Date: Nov 18, 2025
Location: Lusaka, ZM
Company: AkzoNobel

About AkzoNobel
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
 
For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com
 
© 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.

Short Description

Job Purpose

To provide effective merchandising display and in-store demonstrations at Large
Scale Operator Stores (LSSO s – GAME, Builders Warehouse, MICMAR)
Provide advice to management on merchandising techniques & activities in the LSOs
Handling customer queries in own area of responsibility within the LSOs
Promote Dulux capitalizing on product features & benefits with a view to achieve sales in LSOs
Maintenance of shelf & quality of stock on shelf drivers
Implementing selling strategies
Adherence to call procedure
Point of Sale management & equipment
Product storage and stock replenishment management
Product Knowledge

 
Job Responsibilities

Ensure AkzoNobel shelf standards are maintained
Ensure shelves are kept full at all times
Ensure shelf standards (As specified below) are maintained.
Ensure shelves are kept full at all times in terms of stock availability (95% full at all times)
Product pricing visibility
Pricing accuracy
Monitor stock ageing on shelf
Stock removal on a daily basis
Removal of damaged stock from shelf
Removal of recalled stock from shelf
Update pricing index when necessary
Report low or out of stock items to store management and rep
Block merchandising
Dummy merchandising (Not acceptable if stock is available)
Stock stored by product
Damages removed from stock room / storeroom
Stock rotation in stock room
Stock to be accessible
Effective use of POS in line with display and shelf
Economic use of POS
In-store price flashers to be used
DCS stand to be 100% full of chips daily – No pockets may have zero chips
Stand to be well-managed – damages to be fixed within 24 hours
Full range of brochures to be available all the time (100%)
Brochure holders to be fully stocked at all times (100%)
Stands to be clean and lights working
No stock to be left in front of the display – Min 2m clear in front of the stand
Know: Case quantities, pallet configurations; products and their variances.
Know principals merchandising requirements
Know: rep’s call days, delivery days
Know what and how to merchandise
Know the current POS
Be presentable
Establish good customer relations
Leverage knowledge to obtain maximum results
Handle customer queries and give advice
Achieve set targets set by superiors
Enter through visitors’ entrance and sign in at register
Greet manager & Face-up stock
Check: Stock, stock rotation, product health & sort out returns
Offer and maintain acceptable customer service levels by attending to all walk-in clients
Assist all walk-in customers with product specifications, coverage estimations, pricing, recommendations and colour selections using Dulux colour systems
Prepare regular sales reports covering lead generations, market intelligence reports, competitor activity, item shelf prices surveys, daily sales summaries
Externally – maintain relationships with contractors, painters, lead providers companies and specifying professionals through interactions

 
Job Requirements

Full Grade Twelve certificate
Competence in the MS Office suite is desirable
POS Equipment training
Tinting Machines Knowledge & experience
HSE experience is preferred
Practical customer handling & sales competences

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
Requisition ID: 49975

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Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
The Role:
“This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.”
The Southern Africa Extractive Industries Programme and Policy Lead (EIPPL) will primarily lead Oxfam to leverage the extractive industries programming in Southern Africa and work closely with partners to achieve impact in countries where Oxfam does not have a presence.
While providing hands on Oxfam Extractives country programme implementation in Zambia, the position will provide technical leadership for Oxfam’s extractives work in countries across the region and out of presence influencing strategies, programming, and fundraising opportunities to grow out Oxfam’s footprint. As a key Extractive expert, the Programme and Policy Lead will steer Oxfam’s regional influencing agenda on extractive industries and provide thought leadership in the region. This will include promoting intra and cross-regional learning among Oxfam entities in the region to strengthen programme implementation, including working closely with Oxfam South Africa and Oxfam in the DRC to foster learning exchanges and complementary influencing efforts.
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.
An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:
A Strong programme management and quality knowledge, with ability to ensure consistent quality against standards and to implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems to assess and adjust performance.
Minimum of 5 years work experience in programme implementation, policy advocacy, international development, human rights and/or environmental fields, at least two of which are specifically dedicated to programme and/or advocacy work on extractive industries issues.
Demonstrated programme (including advocacy and campaign) design (including M&E) and management experience, with experience of developing multi country/team work an advantage.
Well-developed analytical, conceptual, research and writing skills.
A deep understanding of extractive industries issues and trends, including conflicts, globally, in Southern Africa with lived experience in Mozambique, with existing relationships to global, regional and in country extractive industries networks.
Excellent communication skills – good at listening, analysing, giving constructive feedback in ways that build capacity and understanding.
Well-developed gender analysis skills, with a particular understanding of the gendered nature of extractive industries governance, impacts and related financial flows. Commitment to human rights principles and actions.
Passionate about changing the status quo and exercise courage and activism about changing the current extrusive models.
Strong communications and IT skills in a variety of media. Ability to use new technology and social media to convey complex ideas in thoughtful, creative ways, and able to tailor communication to a variety of different audiences.
Self-driven and at ease with multiple accountability lines, competing demands and a degree of uncertainty.
Experience or aptitude for working in conflict contexts and complex institution with multiple reporting and communication lines.
Experience carrying out or contracting extractives industries programme and influencing capacity. building and training for civil society organisations a strong advantage.
Experience in policy dialogue, advocacy and lobbying with government and private sector actors.
Experience in implementing Nexus programming, with special focus on the nexus Extractive, conflict and Climate change.
Experience working remotely with multilocation teams and multiple accountabilities.
Proven ability in social research and macro policy analysis, with a focus on extractive industries governance a strong advantage.
Understanding of gender justice and diversity within key areas of responsibility and a commitment to promoting gender justice and diversity within the extractives work.
Willing and able to travel 30-50% of time at a very short or no notice.
Fluent spoken and written both English and Portuguese. Local languages of Mozambique and French is an added advantage.
Organisational Values:
Accountability – Our purpose-driven, results-focused ap
Understanding of inequalities and vulnerabilities within the Extractives sector
roach means we take responsibility for our actions and hold ourselves accountable. We believe that others should also be held accountable for their actions.
Self-Awareness-We can develop a high degree of self-awareness around our own strengths and weaknesses and our impact on others. Our self- awareness enables us to moderate and self-regulate our behaviours to control and channel our impulses for good purposes
Relationship Building-We understand the importance of building relationship, within and outside the organization. We can engage with traditional and non-traditional stakeholders in ways that lead to increased impact for the organisation.
CORE DIMENSIONS:
Coordinates and delivers agreed plans or strategies over which the job holder has some strategic input.
Represent the programme in coordination meetings and some external relationships.
Impact and influence of the job is mostly within the job holder’s own programme unit (ie country/region) but occasionally also in other parts of the affiliate and/or with an external audience.
To plan and manage the resources of one or more sub-units though, not normally over a broad spectrum of programs or geographies.
Specific competencies and skills are required to achieve the job’s objectives e.g geographical, thematic, managerial.
To help shape local level objectives within a specific team.
Provide specialist advice or specific skills to their team or programme unit.
Their plans and objectives are developed to contribute to country, region and broader programme strategy and can involve collaboration with other programme units (e.g. other affiliates in-country or colleagues in different country programmes) or departments (e.g. head office).
Management tasks are complex and non-routine within their specialist unit or function.
Requires the ability to analyse and communicate complex information to a wide audience.
Decision-making requires significant levels of judgement based on technical and management experience, generally actively supported by line management or the programme team.
The focus of this role can vary but has well-defined targets and/or minimum standards, and is both proactive and reactive.
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.
From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.
You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.
Flexfam:
We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well as
How to apply:
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
“Please note: This is a readvertised position.”
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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