Company: AVBOB Mutual Assurance Society
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Reference Number: ESGINTERNSHIP
Salary: Market Related
Contract Duration: 9 – 12 Months
Closing Date: Not specified
About AVBOB:
AVBOB is a well-established Mutual Assurance Society with over 100 years of history. The company values employee development and rewards excellent performance. As a participant in this internship, you will have access to personal services through the employee assistance program and wellness programs.
Internship Responsibilities:
The graduate will be responsible for a variety of tasks that support AVBOB’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. These tasks include but are not limited to:
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Collection of Baseline Data:
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Gathering baseline data to serve as a benchmark for evaluating performance against set ESG targets.
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Internal Data Review:
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Reviewing baseline data to ensure the accuracy and consistency of information.
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Maintaining Information Integrity:
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Ensuring data on the monitoring and evaluation tool is accurate for reporting purposes.
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Stakeholder Collaboration:
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Working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that ESG initiatives are accurately monitored and evaluated.
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Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:
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Required:
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A diploma/degree in one of the following or related fields:
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Environmental Sciences
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Social Science
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Law
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Economics
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Accounting
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Internal Audit
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Commercial Engineering
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Sustainability-related disciplines
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Skills and Experience:
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Computer literacy and strong proficiency in quantitative analysis.
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A keen interest in Sustainability/ESG initiatives.
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Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities.
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Well-developed communication skills (both verbal and written).
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
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Attention to detail, with an ability to be accurate and figure-oriented.
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Ability to work well under pressure.
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Resilience and adaptability.
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Key Personal Attributes:
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Good listening skills and strong verbal communication.
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Ability to problem-solve effectively.
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Attention to detail and focus on accuracy.
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Resilience and ability to thrive under pressure.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
AVBOB encourages applications from all qualified individuals. People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. This internship is aimed at those who have never previously served as interns.
How to Apply: Apply Now
Interested candidates must submit their applications through the provided link, including the following documents:
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A comprehensive CV/Resume.
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Certified copies of ID and qualifications (Grade 12 certificate and tertiary qualifications or recent academic records).
Important Notes:
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Only suitably qualified applicants will be considered.
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Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates.
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Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
This internship presents a great opportunity to kick-start your career in Sustainability and ESG with a prestigious organization like AVBOB. Don’t miss the chance to gain valuable work experience and contribute to meaningful projects!