Careers Directory

A claims officer arranges settlement of insurance claims made by clients against their policies. They assess the validity of claims by interviewing clients or their representatives and obtaining evidence.

Communication officers assist in promoting the products, services and public image of an organisation.

Desktop Publishers use a computer to prepare material for printing. This process may include typesetting, image assembly, manipulating graphics, doing design and layout, and preparing computer files.

Events Coordinators plan, organise, promote and run events, conferences and functions for a variety of organisations, communities and groups.

Graphic designers create artwork, such as logos, packaging, advertising or posters, for the promotion or development of goods, services and ideas. They may also design artwork and/or layout for fabrics, magazines, websites and other publications, or help to develop television advertisements.

IT support officers monitor and maintain the computer systems and networks of an organisation. They install and configure computer systems, diagnose hardware/software faults and solve technical problems, either over the phone or face-to-face.

Marketing officers are involved in aspects of marketing, including: planning; advertising; promotion; public/media relations; product development; distribution; sponsorship; and research. The role is often challenging, varied and exciting.

A network systems engineer designs, installs, analyses and implements computer systems/networks. They may also make sure that the existing network is effective, and work out how it should evolve to meet new requirements of the organisation or business.

Occupational health and safety officers coordinate health and safety systems in an organisation. They identify hazards and assess risks to health and safety, put appropriate safety controls in place, and provide advice on accident prevention and occupational health to management and employees.

Public relations officers plan, develop, put into place and evaluate information and communication strategies that present the organisation to the public, clients and other stakeholders. They also promote good information flows within the organisation.

Records managers are responsible for the creation, storage, retrieval and disposal of all recorded information about an organisation's activities.

This information contributes to what is often called the 'corporate memory' of the organisation, without which an organisation could not function properly or be held accountable for its actions.