About the Organisation
The South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind provides services to enhance the lives of visually and physically impaired individuals, and children with autism.
About the Job
We are looking for a competent Call Centre Supervisor to organize and direct the staff of our call centre, and ensure that staff are well-organized and productive. You will be responsible for assessing their work and give them feedback to maximize performance.
An excellent call centre supervisor must have customer service and supervisory experience. The ideal candidate must possess great communication skills and be able to lead and motivate. You will be organized and reliable as well as results-oriented.
The goal is to achieve drive excellent performance from your team that will bring sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the formulation of targets for individuals and teams
Hire, coach and provide training to personnel to maintain high customer service standards
Manage project allocations across call centre agents to maximise productivity and effectiveness
Partner with marketing to support campaigns as required
Manage call contact lists as per the hot, warm and cold list protocols
Answer questions from staff and provide guidance and feedback
Anticipate escalation and take over calls when needed
Devise ways to optimize procedures and keep staff motivated
Monitor and improve potential and existing donor engagement, telephone handling and other procedures
Measure performance with key metrics such as call abandonment, calls waiting etc.
Ensure adherence to policies for attendance, established procedures etc.
Keep management informed on issues and problems
Prepare monthly/annual results and performance reports
Requirements
Minimum of 6 – 8 years’ experience in multi-faceted fundraising programmes, including a successful track record of meeting and exceeding challenging targets and achieving year on year income growth.
Experience in fundraising internationally and locally.
Degree level education: Project Management, Political Science, Development Administration, Development Studies are preferred.
Significant experience of managing projects on time and on budget.
A thorough understanding of best practice in supporter acquisition, development and retention.
Understanding of key areas of legislation, regulation and online mechanisms related to fundraising activities.
Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including strong presentation and writing skills. Fluent English is mandatory.
Customer service focused with the ability to form effective internal and external relationships.
Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Flexible approach with the ability to adapt to new and changing situations.
Strong organisational and analytical skills.
Sensitivity and empathy in working with people. The candidate will work closely with a team and must be people-oriented.
Willingness to travel.
Must have driver’s license and be willing to drive significantly
To apply
Must be legally eligible to work full time in South Africa and work full-time in office.
View the full job description and application instructions on the Vacancies page at www.actionappointments.co.za and email your application by Monday 20th November to callum@actionappointments.co.za
About the Organisation
The South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind provides services to enhance the lives of visually and physically impaired individuals, and children with autism.
About the Job
We are looking for a competent Call Centre Supervisor to organize and direct the staff of our call centre, and ensure that staff are well-organized and productive. You will be responsible for assessing their work and give them feedback to maximize performance.
An excellent call centre supervisor must have customer service and supervisory experience. The ideal candidate must possess great communication skills and be able to lead and motivate. You will be organized and reliable as well as results-oriented.
The goal is to achieve drive excellent performance from your team that will bring sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the formulation of targets for individuals and teams
Hire, coach and provide training to personnel to maintain high customer service standards
Manage project allocations across call centre agents to maximise productivity and effectiveness
Partner with marketing to support campaigns as required
Manage call contact lists as per the hot, warm and cold list protocols
Answer questions from staff and provide guidance and feedback
Anticipate escalation and take over calls when needed
Devise ways to optimize procedures and keep staff motivated
Monitor and improve potential and existing donor engagement, telephone handling and other procedures
Measure performance with key metrics such as call abandonment, calls waiting etc.
Ensure adherence to policies for attendance, established procedures etc.
Keep management informed on issues and problems
Prepare monthly/annual results and performance reports
Requirements
Minimum of 6 – 8 years’ experience in multi-faceted fundraising programmes, including a successful track record of meeting and exceeding challenging targets and achieving year on year income growth.
Experience in fundraising internationally and locally.
Degree level education: Project Management, Political Science, Development Administration, Development Studies are preferred.
Significant experience of managing projects on time and on budget.
A thorough understanding of best practice in supporter acquisition, development and retention.
Understanding of key areas of legislation, regulation and online mechanisms related to fundraising activities.
Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including strong presentation and writing skills. Fluent English is mandatory.
Customer service focused with the ability to form effective internal and external relationships.
Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Flexible approach with the ability to adapt to new and changing situations.
Strong organisational and analytical skills.
Sensitivity and empathy in working with people. The candidate will work closely with a team and must be people-oriented.
Willingness to travel.
Must have driver’s license and be willing to drive significantly
To apply
Must be legally eligible to work full time in South Africa and work full-time in office.
View the full job description and application instructions on the Vacancies page at www.actionappointments.co.za and email your application by Monday 20th November to callum@actionappointments.co.za
