Youth jobs in South Africa

The Novartis Learnership Programme is open to the unemployed youth of South Africa. The Medical Sales Representative Learnership aims to provide experience and exposure to our field force environment. The learner will assist in the promotion of Novartis portfolio and services to customers by providing information and education that enables optimized patient outcomes.

• Behave ethically, comply with regulatory requirements and adhere to Novartis values and behaviours.

• Assist in ensuring all required documents are in order for events and sponsorships.

• Assist in using the Besure system and uploading marketing events for approvals.

• Be comfortable with using the various digital tools that are available, as well as supporting the team in rolling out selected digital initiatives (applications, webcasts etc) under close supervision.

• Perform literature searches on designated topics and assist with preparation of documents.

• Shadow and assist Customer Engagement Consultants in daily work requirements.

• Assist with any other initiatives that may arise from time to time.

• Reporting of adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products to the within 24 hours of awareness.

Education

• University degree in science and/or business, marketing or Equivalent is preferred

Skills:

• Scientific acumen, analytical skills, and attention to detail.

• Must be able to adapt, organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a matrix-environment as part of a

• An understanding of internal/external ethical guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry an advantage.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

• Strong personal integrity, teamwork abilities, and customer focus are necessary.

• Project management skills and high drive to execute scientific activities timeously.

NB: In order to be considered for the learnership:

• No prior work experience is mandatory.

• Your application must be supported by a motivational letter and your academic transcripts.

• 2-3 Years unendorsed SA Driver's license is essential.

• Must be a South African Citizen.

• Ages between 18 - 35 Years.

• English: fluent spoken & written

Novartis South Africa is committed to promoting equity (race, gender, and disability) through the filling of this post with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. While we are prioritizing designated groups, our selection process will still be based on the most suitable candidate, with the necessary skills and experience, as outlined in the job description.