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>Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 10:09:40 +0000
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>Jaajef wa G-L,
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>Some job vacancies for those interested.
>
>Yeenduleen ak jaama
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>Tony
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>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Joint
>Enrichment Project: Programmes Manager
>The Programmes Manager will be responsible for the
>overall management of four youth development
>programmes:
>The Reach Out Project
>A 12 month programme for young people in inner city
>JHB, providing technical skills, psychological
>support, lifeskills and basic education.
>The Youth Work Scheme
>A community youth service programme working in
>Gauteng, North West and Mpumalanga
>The Youth Development Initiatives
>A community based enterprise programme for young
>people in Gauteng. The project is run in conjunction
>with the Gauteng Department of Welfare and Population
>Development.
>Project Grimebusters
>A pilot project for unemployed young people, exploring
>enterprise opportunities in recycling business. The
>project is run in conjunction with Ntsika.
>Key Tasks
>* Manage the programme plans and budgets of the four
>programmes
>* Supervise the ten staff who work in the programmes
>* Manage partnerships with government and community
>institutions working in the JEP
>* Manage the monitoring and evaluation process
>* Ensure adequate documentation and reporting systems
>are sustained in each project
>* Advocate the programme models to all relevant
>stakeholders
>* Identify future partnerships and opportunities for
>the programmes.
>Requirements of the Position
>* At least three years project management experience
>* Experience in managing budgets
>* At least a Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social
>Science or equivalent
>* Experience in working with young people
>* Comprehensive understanding of the Education and
>Training, and Trade and Industry Sectors in South
>Africa.
>* Good writing skills.
>* Computer skills in Word/Wordperfect, Excel and
>Publisher.
>* Driver's Licence
>* Ability to travel extensively in South Africa.
>Interested applicants should submit their CVs and two
>written references to
>The Dircector of the JEP, Neville Naidoo
>P O Box 62024, Marshalltown 2107
>Fax 011 834 4955
>email: [log in to unmask]
>Enquiries: phone 011 834 6865.
>
>
>NICRO: Secretary
>Secretary to the National Marketing, Fundraising and
>Media Director of NICRO
>NICRO is a non-governmental organisation working
>towards a safer South Africa. NICRO specializes in
>diverting young offenders from the criminal justice
>system, supporting victims of crime, reintegrating
>offenders and economic empowerment.
>NICRO National Office is looking for a highly
>motivated and organised secretary to the National
>Director for Fundraising, Marketing and Media.
>The successful candidate will be responsible for
>administration of the fundraising, marketing and media
>department of NICRO. This will entail management of
>the database of funders and secretarial support to the
>director (for example travel arrangements, managing a
>diary and organisation of special events). This
>challenging opportunity to work in a dynamic team is
>available immediately.
>Please send your detailed CV with contactable
>references and letter of application to:
>Rosemary Shapiro Director:
>Fundraising, Marketing and Media P O Box 10005
>Caledon SQuare
>7905
>Tel: 021 422 1225
>Fax: 021 422 1550
>e-mail: [log in to unmask]
>
>
>TRAC:Administrator Secretary
>General responsibilities of the Administrator include
>the following, to:
>1. Provide administrative/ secretarial support to the
>CEO, the members of the Board and other LAMOSA organs.
>
>2. Attend to the accurate and timely typing of
>correspondence of the organisation.
>3. File all correspondence and other documents
>relating to the work of the organisation in a timely,
>systematic and accurate manner.
>4. Deal with telephone calls in the absence of the CEO
>and Board members and where necessary take accurate
>and sufficiently detailed messages on their behalf.
>5. Attend to faxing, e-mailing, copying and dispatch
>of correspondence or documents and the proper
>recording of these in appropriate registers.
>6. Manage the CEO's diary commitments.
>7. Identify urgent matters that need to be brought to
>the attention of the CEO.
>8. Make necessary travel arrangements for the CEO,
>Board members and LAMOSA members.
>9. Attend to all logistical arrangements and arrange
>meetings of Board, Communities etc.
>10. Book accommodation
>11. Deal with clients and the public in a courteous
>and professional manner.
>12. Order and control ordering of stock, stationery
>etc.
>13. Receive and reconcile all claims submitted.
>Requirements:
>* The ideal person should be a good organiser with
>sound decision-making skills, interpersonal relations
>skills, as well as the ability to work independently
>* Relevant academic qualifications or life experience
>combined with a minimum of 3 years experience as a
>secretary
>* Typing qualification/ training
>* Computer literacy
>* Excellent secretarial and administrative skills.
>* Highly developed interpersonal and communication
>skills, and in particular an excellent telephone
>manner.
>* Fluency in at least 2 official languages, of which
>only one can be English or Afrikaans
>The annual remuneration package of the Administrator
>is R45 000 per annum.
>Interested applicants are requested to submit their
>cv's together with contactable to
>Brendan Canham at TRAC
>TEL: (011) 833 1063
>Chief Executive Officer
>Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Chief
>Executive Officer is the Executive head of LAMOSA.
>She/ he will be responsible for the overall management
>and direction of the activities of LAMOSA to ensure
>that it meets its objectives and addresses community
>needs.
>Functions:
>1. Responsible for the management and provision of all
>support services - Administration, Finance,
>Information Services and Information Technology;
>2. Ensure efficient financial administration of the
>organisation, through the application of appropriate
>budgetary controls and procedures;
>3. The guidance and strategic direction of LAMOSA;
>4. The creation and maintenance of appropriate
>relationships with internal and external stakeholders,
>the media, government and international bodies;
>5. Encourage a delivery and work culture that delivers
>results efficiently and effectively, where community
>needs are recognised and the work enhances the welfare
>of all South Africans.
>Requirements:
>* A tertiary/ academic qualification;
>* At least 2 years experience in an executive
>position;
>* Excellent administrative and implementation skills;
>* Advanced financial management skills;
>* Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
>* High level inter-personal and communication skills
>and experience of team leadership.
>* Highly developed computer skills;
>* Project management experience;
>* Ability to plan, set goals and standards, develop
>strategies and measure accomplishments on standard
>performance evaluation criteria and methodologies;
>* A strong commitment and understanding of community
>development;
>* Good understanding of land issues, prominent cases
>and their potential implications for the communities
>affected;
>* Understanding of the current socio-political
>scenarios;
>* Ability to communicate a strategic "vision" and
>build relationships with stakeholders and clients;
>The annual remuneration package will be R96 0000.
>Interested applicants are requested to submit their
>cv's together with contactable to
>Brendan Canham at TRAC
>TEL:(011) 833 1063
>
>
>Surplus People Project: Rural Development Research and
>Policy Co-ordinator
>A Rural Development Research and Policy Co-ordinator
>is required to manage the work of the above unit. The
>unit will act in a support role to other projects at
>Surplus People Project, i.e. research support and will
>actively engage with government policy. Ideal
>candidates should have at least an Honours tertiary
>qualification, research project management skills,
>human resource management skills, good communication
>skills, analytical and interpretative skills, and
>excellent writing and computer skills.
>Please contact Harry May or Glenda Glover at Surplus
>People Project to discuss details.
>Tel: (021) 448 5605 Fax: (021) 448 0105
>
>
>Institute for Security Studies: Programme Assistant
>Programme Assistant for the Research Programme on
>Crime, Policing and Prevention Programme:
>To work as general secretary to the research staff
>dealing on issues relating to crime and policing in
>South Africa. The applicant must have a good command
>of written and spoken English. Good organisational
>skills are a pre-requisite as well as an ability to
>work within a high-pressure environment. The ability
>to manage an office in an organised and efficient
>manner is equally indispensable.
>Qualifications:
>* Appropriate secretarial qualifications
>* Three years secretarial experience
>* MS Office.
>The ISS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
>employer. The closing date for applications is 17
>September 1999. All posts will be contract positions
>for up to three years. These positions have been made
>possible by a grant from the European Union through
>the European Programme for Reconstruction and
>Development.
>Please fax or e-mail applications, including your
>Curriculum Vitae and at least three current references
>to:
>Lerato Thobejane
>Institute for Security Studies
>Fax: 012 46 997
>E-mail: [log in to unmask]
>
>
>The National Progressive Primary Health Care Network
>(NPPHCN):
>The National Progressive Primary Health Care Network
>(NPPHCN) Media & Training Centre (MTC), based in the
>Western Cape, aims to improve Primary Health Care
>(PHC) by facilitating (through participatory methods),
>the production, use and research of relevant PHC media
>targeted at communities and health workers. The MTC
>has established partnerships with disadvantaged
>communities and other institutions and organisations
>working in the health sector in South Africa and other
>African countries. We offer challenging one-year
>positions to suitable persons in the following
>positions:
>Radio: Projects Manager
>The successful applicant will provide overall
>direction and management to the existing and future
>projects of the Radio Unit. Key functions will include
>developing operational strategic plans, evaluation of
>the Radio Unit and its programmes objectives through
>work plans, and supervision, support and capacity
>building in other staff members of the Unit. Also
>included is the supervision of the production of
>Primary Health Care education programmes, as well as
>training of community radio broadcasters.
>Requirements:
>* A team player with strong leadership and management
>skills
>* An understanding of community radio and the approach
>to community participation
>* Radio programming, editing and production skills
>* Creative ideas for edu-tainment programming
>* The ability to train people in community
>broadcasting
>* Proven ability and experience to use digital
>production equipment (Apple Mac)
>* A valid Drivers licence
>Radio Producer/Trainer
>The successful applicant will be responsible for
>producing a range of radio programmes and including a
>monthly edu-tainment programme for community radio
>stations, public service radio announcements, and
>short packaged items. These programmes should be
>produced through participatory methods. The successful
>applicant will also be responsible for training
>aspirant and existing community radio broadcasters in
>the skills required for successful programme
>production and planning. The applicant will work
>closely and report directly to the Radio Projects
>Manager.
>Requirements:
>* A sound understanding of community radio
>* A working knowledge of radio production and editing
>* Appropriate skills for training community producers
>* Creative ideas for radio production
>* Able to work to deadline
>* Fluency in English and at least one African language
>
>* Proven ability and experience to use digital
>production equipment (Apple Mac)
>* A valid Drivers licence
>Print Project Co-ordinator
>The successful applicant will be responsible for
>implementing and coordinating the production of a
>range of quarterly and monthly publications in support
>of MTC=92s community radio programmes, community
>health workers, as well as other print material needs
>of the organization. The applicant will be responsible
>for planning and facilitating training workshops for
>producing Primary Health Care print materials at
>community level.
>Requirements:
>* A team player with a sound understanding of
>community dynamics and the approach to community
>participation
>* Desktop publishing, writing and editing skills
>* Training skills to enable communities to use and
>produce print material
>* Should be able to work on PageMaker, Freehand and
>Photoshop
>* A valid drivers license
>Competitive salary packages will be offered,
>commensurate with qualifications and experience.
>Please send a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with two
>references and examples of work to:
>The Director,
>Media & Training Centre,
>PO Box 34572,
>Groote Schuur, 7937,
>Fax: 021-447 9483,
>E-mail: [log in to unmask]
>
>
>The Centre for Rural Legal Studies :
>The Centre for Rural Legal Studies is an independent
>research, advocacy and training organisation dedicated
>to the equitable distribution of power and resources
>in the rural areas of South Africa.
>CRLS offers competitive remuneration packages and a
>pleasant working environment in Stellenbosch. We
>invite applications for the following two posts:
>Gender Researcher
>You will lead a dynamic, multi-skilled research,
>training and advocacy team in order to co-ordinate
>research on land and labour issues in the agricuktural
>labour sector design and implement advocacy
>interventions assist in developing training materials
>act as a resource person
>You should hold an Honours degree and have project
>management and gender research experience, as well as
>advanced research, writing, presentation, and advocacy
>skills in English and Afrikaans. Basic computer skills
>and a valid driving licence are necessary.
>Trainer
>You will be part of a training team that develops and
>conducts rights-education for farm dwellers and
>organisations working in the rural and agricultural
>sector. You should have Adult Basic Education
>experience, strong administrative and communication
>skills, be fluent in at least two regional languages,
>and have a valid driving licence.
>Both posts require an understanding of the
>socio-economic context of the rural areas in the
>Western Cape.
>Send applications, including a CV and details of two
>contactable referees by 15 September 1999 to
>The Director, CRLS,
>P.O.Box 1169,
>Stellenbosch, 7599
>or e-mail to [log in to unmask]
>
>South African National NGO Coalition (SANGOCO):
>Communications Co-ordinator
>The South African National NGO Coalition (SANGOCO) is
>an umbrella body representing over 4000 NGOs and CBOs
>in South Africa.
>SANGOCO is committed to participatory democracy,
>people-centred development and the voluntary sector.
>SANGOCO has a vacancy for a Communications
>Co-ordinator. Creative, energtic people who enjoy
>working in an enthusiastic team should apply.
>Applicants for the post should have a driver's
>license, be computer literate (especially in Microsoft
>Office), interpersonal skills and understand the NGO
>environment. The successful applicant will develop and
>manage SANGOCO's external communication strategy as
>well as drive production of the various publications
>of the Coalitions.
>Responsibilities include:
>** development and management of a Communications and
>Marketing strategy with members, sectors, provinces
>and other stakeholders
>** Marketing and Co-ordinating sales and advertising
>** Production of regular and occasional publications
>** Co-ordinating and ensuring the smooth running of
>SANGOCO's website
>Competence and personal attributes:
>Knowledge and skills in DTP, excellent writing skills,
>advanced knowledge of computer programmes, editing
>skills, advanced understanding of the English
>language, good interpersonal skills, interpersonal and
>communication skills. SANGOCO offers competitive
>salaries in line with qualifications and experience,
>and the usual benefits.
>SANGOCO is an affirmative action employer.
>If your skills and experience fit in within the above
>categories, please send your CV and covering letter
>with two contactable references by 30 Nov 1999 to:
>Deputy Director, SANGOCO, PO Box 31471, Braamfontein
>2017, or fax: 011 403 8703 or email:
>[log in to unmask]
>
>Article19, the International Centre Against Censorship
>wishes to recruit a new Head of Africa Programme.
>Article19 promotes freedom of expression and access to
>information world wide. We believe that guaranteeing
>and protecting these rights is essential to building
>strong democracies.
>This exciting and challenging position will be based
>in Article19's East and Southern Africa office in
>Johannesburg, but will work closely with the
>international office based in London.
>The Head of Programme will be responsible for the
>strategic planning and management of the Africa
>programme. They will manage staff based in
>Johannesburg and in London and will work closely with
>the Deputy Director and Executive Director in the
>London office. Other Africa programme staff and press
>and campaigns staff are based in London; communicating
>effectively with them will be an important challenge.
>The postholder will contribute to the development of
>Article 19's global objectives, as well as ensuring
>that the Africa programme reflects that global
>programme in the most sensitive and appropriate
>manner.
>We are looking for someone with a strong strategic
>vision, experience of managing a large budget and the
>ability to manage programmes, staff and consultants in
>a way that builds an effective team. You will need to
>be politically aware of the diverse challenging facing
>Africa and how strengthening freedom of expression can
>help meet those challenges. Experience of human
>rights, of fundraising, of writing and editing are all
>highly desirable. You should be proficient in English
>and knowledge of another language widely spoken in
>Africa would be an advantage.
>The salary and package will be in the region of
>*ú25-28,000 (approximately 250,000 Rand), pegged to
>the *ú sterling. Some assistance may be given for
>relocation, subject to negotiation on the package as a
>whole.
>The contract is initially for two years, renewable
>subject to funding. If you believe you can take on
>this responsibility, please send your CV, with a
>covering letter, to Claudia Motswane, by October 15th
>1999.
>C/o Article19, PO Box 30942, Braamfontein 2017, South
>Africa.
>Or Fax 00 27 11 403 1517 Or e-mail
>[log in to unmask]
>For more information about the post you can e-mail the
>Director ofArticle19, Andrew Puddephatt at
>[log in to unmask] or the Deputy Director Malcolm
>Smart at [log in to unmask]
>
>
>The Centre for the Study of Violence and
>Reconciliation (CSVR)
>The Centre for the Study of Violence and
>Reconciliation (CSVR) is a multi-disciplinary unit
>engaging the services of sociologists, criminologists,
>psychologists, social workers, lawyers,
>educationalists, historians, and others - all under
>one roof. The Centre is seeking to fill the following
>vacancies in the Trauma Clinic:
>Psychologist (Child Therapist)
>Main function: Coordination and development of trauma
>services for children. Skills: Expertise in working
>with traumatised children Supervisory, play therapy
>experience and group work skills
>Social Worker (Community Liaison) Main function:
>Liaison with existing survivor support groups and
>establishing new groups Skills: Experience in
>establishing self help groups - facilitating group
>therapy Strong networking and interpersonal skills
>plus community based experience
>Psychologist/Social Worker (Trainer) Main function:
>Facilitate training. Evaluation and development of
>training workshops in trauma and stress management
>(for a range of stakeholders) Skills: Facilitation
>skill as well as funding proposal writing skills.
>Requirements for all positions:
>* Need to be experienced in counseling of trauma
>survivors
>* Appropriate qualifications and/or experience
>* Registration with professional board
>* Project Management and networking skills
>* Committed to working within an NGO environment
>* Drives License
>* Willingness to travel (local and national)
>Applications/Inquiries to be forwarded to:
>Mary Robertson or Human Resources
>Fax: 011 - 403 7532
>Or post to:
>P O Box 30778,
>Braamfontein 2017
>E-mail [log in to unmask]
>
>
>World University Service of Canada (WUSC):
>
>Education Consultants
>World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is
>considering pursuing a project in Malawi related to
>secondary schools and distance education. The project
>requires several key personnel, including:
>Project Manager (Malawi-based) (99-MAL5) - must have
>education background with substantial project
>management experience, and developing country
>experience, preferably Africa
>Distance Education Specialist (99-MAL12) - must have
>education background, with distance education, teacher
>education and curriculum development experience, and
>developing country experience, preferably Africa.
>Gender Specialist (99MAL16) - must have education and
>gender experience, and developing country experience,
>preferably Africa.
>If you are interested in any of these opportunities,
>please forward a copy of CV to Holly Batten
>immediately at: [log in to unmask]
>Please quote the reference number listed.
>
>Oak Human Rights Fellowship
>The Oak Institute for the Study of International Human
>Rights at Colby College is pleased to issue a call for
>nominations for the Oak Human Rights Fellowship.
>The Oak Institute was made possible through a major
>grant from the Oak Foundation and, each year, sponsors
>a Fellow to teach and conduct research while in
>residence at Colby. The purpose of the fellowship is
>to offer an opportunity for prominent practitioners in
>international human rights to take a sabbatical leave
>from their work and spend a period of up to a semester
>as a scholar-in-residence at the College. This
>provides the Fellow time for reflection, research, and
>writing.
>While all human rights practitioners are eligible, we
>especially encourage applications from those who are
>currently or were recently involved in "on-the-ground"
>work at some level of personal risk. The Oak Fellow's
>responsibilities include regular meetings with
>students either through formal classes or informal
>discussion groups and assistance in shaping a lecture
>series or symposium associated with the particular
>aspect of human rights of interest to the fellow.
>The fellow also is expected to participate in the
>intellectual life of the campus and enable our
>students to work or study with a professional in the
>human rights field. The Fellow will receive a stipend
>and College ($25-30,000), fringe benefits, plus
>round-trip transportation from the fellow's home site,
>housing for a family, use of a car, and meals on
>campus. The Fellow will also receive research support,
>including office space, secretarial support, computer
>and library facilities, and a student assistant.
>Nominations for Oak Fellows for the 2000-01 academic
>year should be sent to: Eliza Deneoux or
>Professor Kenneth Rodman
>Government Department
>Colby College
>Waterville
>Maine 04901
>e-mail: [log in to unmask]
>fax: 207-872-3263/3474; phone: 207-872-3813/3270 no
>later than November 1, 1999.
>Completed applications must arrive no later than
>November 28, 1999. Information and application forms
>are available on the institute's World Wide Web site
>at www.colby.edu/oak.
>The selection of the Oak Fellow will be announced by
>February 1, 2000.
>
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