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Feb 18

We’re hiring a PHP Developer

Written by Justin Hartman  1 Comment

Afrigator, Africa’s largest social media aggregator and directory, and a subsidiary of MIH Internet Africa, has a vacancy for a PHP Developer to start 1 April 2009. This is the second job we’re advertising, the first being Online Ad Sales Executive.

Main Purpose of the Job:

The successful candidate will assist the Technical Manager in all development processes including the development of new products and maintaining and supporting existing ones.

Job Outputs

  • Fix Major & Minor Bugs for products in Production
  • Develop Minor Enhancements for products in Production
  • Obtain Technical Knowledge and research
  • Perform Alpha Testing on new Developments
  • Provide direct support to customers which may include fixing bugs
  • Work unassisted
  • Participate in compiling low-level Solution Design Document

Qualifications, Experience

  • Real enthusiasm for Web technologies
  • If you are self-taught,  show us what you can do
  • A diploma or degree in Computer Science or related qualification is an advantage
  • Experience in MySQL administration
  • Client side experience in HTML, CSS, Javascript etc
  • Experience in XML related technologies (REST, WSE, XSD, etc)
  • 2+ years development experience
  • 1+ years working with open-source web and mobile application development

Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent analysis and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to thrive under tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate and work well in teams (there is no “I” in Afrigator)

Email all CV’s with a cover note to justin@afrigator.com

Feb 9

Afrigator’s looking for an Online Advertising Sales Executive

Written by Justin Hartman  1 Comment

Afrigator is growing and this time we need an Online Advertising Sales Exec. If you meet the requirements below and want to join an exciting company then please get in touch. If you know of anyone looking to work for a cutting-edge company then let us know as well!

Online Advertising Sales Executive

Afrigator Internet is looking for an experienced Online Advertising Sales Executive with previous online experience to start 1 April 2009.

The successful candidate will be working for a leading Cape Town based technology company on furthering the growth of Adgator – Africa’s first blog advertising network. This pioneering initiative has been extremely well received by advertisers and media planners and already boasts clients such as The Times, IBM and Standard Bank.

This is a high-return product and provides you with an opportunity to earn generous commission with good growth opportunities.

We will take applications from candidates based in other city centres throughout SA who are willing to relocate to Cape Town.

Basic Job Requirements:

  • Must have a minimum of two years sales experience in an online environment.
  • Must have previous experience in dealing with agencies and media planners. Having existing relationships is a massive advantage!
  • Must have experience in and the ability to reach targets, create own leads and ‘close the deal’.
  • Must have own car and license.
  • Must have proven track record in online sales.

Job Criteria:

  • Dynamic and driven
  • Sales experience in the online industry
  • Self starter
  • Proactive and diligent
  • Service orientated
  • Can work under pressure

A proven track record in reaching sales targets and contactable references a must.

Other Requirements:

  • MS Office
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Understanding of Internet fundamentals

Personal Skills/Attributes:

  • Sales and goal orientated
  • Well-spoken/well-presented
  • Confident
  • Energetic
  • Ambitious
  • Driven

Job Details:
Remuneration: Market related on experience
Benefits: Lucrative Commission Structure
Province: Western Cape
City: Cape Town
Education level: Matric

Email all CV’s with a cover note to justin@afrigator.com

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