International Operations Specialist, International Ops
Date: Oct 23, 2025
Location: Johannesburg, ZA, 1685
Company: International SOS
Overall Purpose of the Role
Join a dynamic, purpose-driven team where your ability to coordinate medical, security, and logistical support makes a real difference in people’s lives. As the first point of contact for clients and subscribers, you’ll play a vital role in delivering swift, accurate, and compassionate assistance—24/7. You’ll collaborate with expert teams across operations, medical, and security to resolve complex situations and ensure a seamless experience for our members. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a global mission that values empathy, excellence, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery
- Respond to client requests with professionalism and empathy, ensuring timely and effective assistance.
- Collaborate with medical and security teams to coordinate services.
- Accurately document cases and manage them with urgency and care.
- Communicate logistics clearly and follow billing procedures.
- Escalate cases when needed and seek feedback for service improvement.
Other Duties
- Build positive relationships internally and externally.
- Promote company values and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
- Participate in training and contribute to team development.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
Occupational Health & Safety
- Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with OH&S policies.
- Participate in inspections, training, and incident reporting.
- Maintain equipment and act as a safety role model.
Requirements
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong operational and logistics capabilities with excellent multitasking and prioritization skills.
- Exceptional customer service mindset with the ability to understand and respond to complex requests.
- Resilient under pressure, detail-oriented, and quick to grasp situations and requirements.
- Clear, confident communicator—both written and verbal—with strong situational awareness.
- Collaborative team player with solid IT proficiency (Microsoft Outlook, Word, etc.).
Core Competencies
- Integrity & Ethics: Trusted, honest, and aligned with company values.
- Operational Excellence: Detail-focused, responsive, and committed to high-quality service delivery.
- Communication: Proactive, clear, and informative in all interactions.
- Drive & Energy: Results-oriented, persistent, and enthusiastic.
- Teamwork & Adaptability: Works well across diverse teams and environments.
Experience & Qualifications
- 1–2 years in logistics or customer service (call center, travel, or healthcare experience preferred).
- Completed secondary education (Matric/Grade 12); tertiary education is a plus.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.
Work Conditions
- Shift-based role with occasional overtime, depending on operational needs.
Be the Difference — Join Our Global Response Team!
Step into a role where every call matters. At International SOS, you’ll deliver life-saving support across medical, security, and logistics—24/7. Collaborate with expert teams, solve urgent challenges, and make a real impact on people’s lives worldwide.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now.