Senior Fund Accountant | Cadet Offi cer

ZANELE MADUNA CA(SA)

SENIOR FUND ACCOUNTANT BNP PARIBAS, JERSEY CI

After the introduction to the profession, I did my research, took a psychometric test and found it to be a great match – and also due to a greater chance of securing employment post qualifi cation.

For the technical training part, I completed my Bachelor of Accounting Sciences Degree (3 years) and my Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy (1 year). For the professional training, I trained at a medium-sized audit fi rm, as an external auditor for 3 years.

You need to have an analytical mind! Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, during training you will learn to communicate eff ectively and effi ciently.

The chartered accountancy profession is designed in a way that grants you the opportunity to gain formal training before you qualify, which also counts as experience post qualifi cation.

09:00-09:30 – Read emails and prepare for the day; 09:30-10:00 – Attend a team meeting; 10:0012:00 – Prepare the fi nancial statements of the funds that are listed on the London Stock Exchange; 12:00-13:00 – Lunch; 13:00-15:00 – Review and authorise payments; 15:00-16:00 – Meet with the board of directors; 16:00-17:00 – Respond to emails from external auditors.

Seeing my hard work (fi nancial statements) published on the London Stock Exchange for worldwide stakeholders to make decisions.

When the tasks I do become repetitive. When this happens, I ask for a new challenge.

The opportunity to work internationally: I have been an external auditor in Dublin, Ireland, and I am currently a senior fund accountant in Jersey, Channel Islands.

I’d like to continue being benefi cial to society – as a chartered accountant, I am a business leader and a responsible, ethical citizen. I also have my coaching and mentoring venture that I run after 5pm and over the weekends. My goal is to expand my coaching and mentoring venture and help more varsity students and young professionals with selfleadership, peak academic performance and futureproofi ng their careers.

It can and will be challenging, however, in the words of Henry Ford: “Whether you think you can or you can’t, you are right.”

Challenging, engaging, empowering

ABDUL QADER HENDRICKS

NAVIGATION CADET OFFICER SEASPAN SHIP MANAGEMENT

From a young age I had a love for aviation and US Navy fi ghter jets and aircraft carriers. Back then I wanted to pursue a career in aviation or navigation, specifi cally on an aircraft carrier. I learnt more about these career paths through my own research, and ultimately decided to enroll myself at a school where I would do two extra subjects to do with the maritime industry as a Grade 10 learner.

I had the advantage of obtaining a bursary from Transnet National Ports Authority to attend school at Simon’s Town High, where I did two extra subjects (Nautical Science and Maritime Economics), which included practical training and training voyages on ships. After I matriculated, I completed one year of my National Diploma in Maritime Studies at CPUT. The second year is required in order to graduate and to become a Chief Navigating Offi cer or Master Mariner. After fi rst-year, I joined a company to complete my practical sea experience (minimum 12 months). I am currently busy doing my practical at a Canadian-based company called Seaspan Ship Management, and will then write the Deck Offi cer of the Watch unlimited examination, which will enable me to sail as a Third Navigating Offi cer onboard ships trading worldwide. I have also completed various STCW courses and other training at Samtra during the past year or so.

It’s defi nitely not for the fainthearted! You should be a strongwilled person who knows what responsibility means, is able to make important decisions and can remain calm under pressure.

I believe that experience is one of the most important aspects. Most of your knowledge is gained during your practical time at sea and what you learn practically tends to stay in your memory.

Your primary duties are to keep navigational watches. The watches are divided between Chief, Second and Third Navigating offi cers, each shift consisting of eight hours per day. As a Third Navigating Offi cer, I would be in charge of watches (08:00 - 12:00, and 20:00 - midnight). Other additional responsibilities include the maintenance of life-saving and fi re-fi ghting equipment.

I love travelling around the world visiting major cities and meeting people from diverse cultures.

Spending time away from home.

The adrenaline rush that I get when navigating the world’s oceans in traffi c-congested waters.

To further my navigation career and to obtain my Class 1 unlimited license (Master Mariner). I would love to work ashore as a Ship Surveyor or Marine Harbour Pilot.

The Faculty of Military Science is:

• A faculty of Stellenbosch University, co-located with the Military Academy, Saldanha • Satellite campus for uniform members

What is off ered?

• University studies leading to a B Mil Degree

For Whom?

• Any member of the SANDF who qualifi es

When?

• Before the age of 25 while registered for residential undergraduate studies • Anytime for Telematic Education

How do I apply?

• At your nearest DOD recruitment offi ce

Why should I consider this option?

• To take advantage of a unique education opportunity Entry Requirements: • Apply to the Department of Defence • Younger than 25 years • Matriculation Exemption • Matric results conforming to requirements stipulated by the University of Stellenbosch • Successful academic evaluation • Appropriate medical classifi cation • Selection by Military Academy Selection Board

Direction of Study for B Mil: • Human and Organisation Development • Organisation and Resource Management • Security and Africa Studies • Defence Intelligence Studies • Technology and Defence Management

Activity Focus • Military continuation training • Fitness and sport • Student life

FOR ENQUIRIES: Contact your nearest recruitment offi ce - www.careersportal.co.za/company/department-of-defence or Faculty Offi cer, Faculty of Military Science: Tel: 022 702 3085 Communication Offi cer, Military Academy: Tel: 022 702 3004