Africa Operations Associate

4 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Dalberg Full time

About Dalberg

We are a global group working to build a more inclusive and sustainable world where all people, everywhere, can reach their fullest potential. We partner with and serve communities, governments, and companies throughout the world, providing an innovative mix of advisory, implementation, research, analytics, and design services. Today’s complex global problems require new solutions. Comprised of Dalberg Advisors, Dalberg Data Insights, Dalberg Design, Dalberg Media, and Dalberg Research; our businesses approach problems differently and work together to create impact at scale. We are from everywhere, at home anywhere - an African and American company as much as an Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and European one. Dalberg is a place where a diverse mix of talented individuals are able to bring their authentic selves to work – whether it is how you identify, where you come from, the languages you speak, the person you love, or the way you worship. Dalberg is a home where people feel safe, understood, nurtured, and encouraged to grow. As a team of 600+ people from 55 countries, speaking over 90 languages collectively, with a 40% female leadership team, Dalberg places diversity, equity, and inclusion principles at the heart of our organization and the work we do alongside our clients, partners, and communities. Established in 2001 by experienced private sector consultants, Dalberg operates from 26 worldwide locations. 

Job Description

The Operations Associate will be a member of the Dalberg Advisors Africa Operations team. Reporting to the Africa Operations Partner, the Associate will provide support to the Africa Finance and Human Resource teams in addition to conducting general day-to-day administrative functions. This is a one-year contract role with option to extend depending on performance and business needs.

Support to Finance and HR functions

Assist with system compliance including but not limited to tracking timesheet and expense filings and following up with staff who have missing data, managing annual leave accruals and end of year carry forward leave accruals, troubleshooting ERP issues with staff Coordinate with the Finance team to ensure prompt and accurate payroll and tax filing as well as payments to vendors Support the HR team in ensuring all staff have the required work permits and contracts to operate in country of residence Support employee onboarding and off-boarding including equipment setup, training scheduling (i.e., global and regional onboarding modules and other trainings), and sign-up for internal systems Coordinate with health insurance providers to ensure all new joiners are added to the plan and premiums account for new hires and exists Assist with ad-hoc requests from the Finance and HR teams

Administrative duties

Manage procurement, invoicing and filing for admin-related goods and services Manage acquisition and ensure proper maintenance of office equipment (e.g., laptops, phones, office supplies) Support key meetings and events overseeing all necessary logistical functions e.g., booking venues, managing contractors, setting up and hosting remote meetings, managing transport logistics Support office setup across the region as needed

About You 

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in Business Administration, Commerce, Procurement, Human Resource, Secretarial Studies or a related field  3-5 years of work experience in a similar position providing support to office management, procurement, human resource and administration Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Ability to multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision Superior organizational and time management skills Experience managing multiple stakeholders and working with senior management Experience working in consulting or in a professional services firm Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

To apply, please complete your application on our website under Join Our Team > Current Openings by 11:59 pm East Africa Time on May 3, 2024.

Note: Employment for this role is conditional on the candidate having the requisite authorization to live and work in Kenya, South Africa or Rwanda. Candidate can be based in either one of these locations



  • Johannesburg, South Africa Open Society Foundations Full time

    Officer, Operations Africa. Johannesburg. Posting Date: 05/03/2024. Deadline: 05/30/2024 Role Title    Officer, Global Operations Grade Level   Level D, Grade 9 Reporting To   Associate Director of Operations Program/Tool/ Department/Unit Name    Global Operations Team Name   Global Operations Role Purpose Support the Associate...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Full time

    **The Foundation** We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve. We...

  • Regional Delivery

    4 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, South Africa Wipro Limited Full time

    Johannesburg, South Africa - GSH - 3062508 **Job Description**: The Regional Delivery & Operations Executive would be accountable for Wipro’s delivery, operations and administration across the Africa region. A key senior member of the leadership team who will work closely alongside the Africa Managing Director (MD), and APMEA COO to enable our strategy. -...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Full time

    The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve. We...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa J-PAL Africa - JHB office Full time

    Administrative Assistant, J-PAL Africa - Education: NQF 5 qualification with book-keeping, accounting, or mathematics (undergraduate degree preferred) - Start date (Earliest): 15th February 2023 - Language requirement: English - Length of Commitment: 24 months J-PAL Africa headquarters are based at the University of Cape Town, leads J-PAL’s work in sub -...

  • Operations Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, South Africa The Payments Association of South Africa (PASA) Full time

    **Overall job purpose** The Payments Association of South Africa (PASA) payment system environments are responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and support services for the National Payment System (NPS) of South Africa, PASA members and the greater payments industry, also contributing to the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of the...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa Apex Group Full time

    Associate - Transfer Agency Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Date Posted: Feb 17, 2023 **Description** **Associate - Transfer Agency** **Apex Funds Holding, South Africa (“Apex” or the “Company”)** **Role Location: Johannesburg, South Africa** - Department: Fund Administration (Transfer Agency) - Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time **The...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa Expedia Partner Solutions Full time

    **Associate Market Manager, Africa** Manages and develops a segment of the portfolio to deepen customer relationships and grow accounts through strategic planning. Acts as trusted advisor to accounts in portfolio. Takes ownership of customer problems, including leading and driving internal and external solutions. May lead contract negotiations for smaller...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa IDinsight Full time

    ­ Associate & Senior Associate Locations : East Africa (Nairobi, Kenya); Southern Africa (Lusaka, Zambia, Lilongwe, Malawi, or Johannesburg, South Africa). About IDinsight IDinsight is a mission-driven global advisory, data analytics, and research organization that helps global development leaders maximize their social impact. We...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa IFC Systems Corporation Full time

    **(Associate) Investment Officer** **Job #**: - req20784**Organization**: - IFC**Sector**: - Investment**Grade**: - GF**Term Duration**: - 3 years 0 months**Recruitment Type**: - Local Recruitment**Location**: - Johannesburg,South Africa**Required Language(s)**: - English**Preferred Language(s)**: **Closing Date**: - 2/1/2023 (MM/DD/YYYY) at...

  • Lead ITSS

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, South Africa Yara Full time

    Responsibilities Continued Implementing strategies to recover systems and data in case of a disaster or system failure is an important part of the role of ensuring business continuity. Identify potential risks to the infrastructure, such as security vulnerabilities, system failures, or capacity issues. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa NielsenIQ Full time

    **Job Description**: **_ Purpose:_** Support all aspects of tax and statutory accounting and compliance in the local market. Assist with the coordination of activities between Operational Controlling, Revenue Controlling and Business Finance along with coordination with Corporate controllership. Perform local tax, statutory accounting and audit activities...

  • Lead ITSS

    5 days ago


    Johannesburg, South Africa Yara International Full time

    About the Unit Yara grows knowledge to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet. Supporting our vision of a world without hunger, we pursue a strategy of sustainable value growth, promoting climate-friendly and high-yielding crop nutrition solutions for the world’s farming community and food industry. We at Yara are part of a global network,...

  • Lead ITSS

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, South Africa Yara International Full time

    About the Unit Yara grows knowledge to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet. Supporting our vision of a world without hunger, we pursue a strategy of sustainable value growth, promoting climate-friendly and high-yielding crop nutrition solutions for the world’s farming community and food industry. We at Yara are part of a global network,...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa Ad Talent Africa Full time

    Who we are:  A small progressive, closely-knit agency, located in Fourways.What we do:  Creative solutions (design, campaign, event marketing), events and experiences (events, conferences, activations, (SWAG and associated brand building (marketing services for associations i.e. newsletters, social media and marketing campaigns).What we are looking for: ...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa AIG Full time

    The Claims Operations Manager - South Africa, will report to the EMEA Head of Claims Operations with a matrix to the South Africa Head of Claims. This role will be responsible for claims governance & compliance, process optimization & continuous improvement, strategic execution, project delivery, claims system initiatives and where required, coordinate with...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa World Bank Group Full time

    **Job #**: - req20784**Organization**: - IFC**Sector**: - Investment**Grade**: - GF**Term Duration**: - 3 years 0 months**Recruitment Type**: - Local Recruitment**Location**: - Johannesburg,South Africa**Required Language(s)**: - English**Preferred Language(s)**: **Closing Date**: - 2/1/2023 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC**Description** The Financial...

  • Associate Partner

    4 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, South Africa People Solved Full time

    We are seeking competitive, skilled, experienced **Associate Partners** who have **mastered Project Management, People Leadership, and Client Management**, and who share our enthusiasm, passion, and drive for excellence in everything that we do. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE**: **Client Engagement responsibility**: The Associate Partner will own...

  • M&a Associate

    4 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, South Africa Recruitment Matters Africa Full time

    Our client is recruiting an additional associate for its investment banking team based in Johannesburg. **Responsibilities**: - Preparing pitches and presentations for origination and deal implementation activities - Creating and maintaining financial models and performing valuations for M&A and capital-raising transactions - Preparing selling documents...


  • Johannesburg, South Africa IFC Systems Corporation Full time

    **Associate Finance Officer** **Job #**: - req24898**Organization**: - IFC**Sector**: - Finance & Accounting**Grade**: - GF**Term Duration**: - 3 years 0 months**Recruitment Type**: - Local Recruitment**Location**: - Johannesburg,South Africa**Required Language(s)**: - English**Preferred Language(s)**: **Closing Date**: - 11/14/2023 (MM/DD/YYYY) at...