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Gay and Lesbian Network: Senior Outreach Coordinator
Gay and Lesbian NetworkPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Monday, January 7, 2013The Gay and Lesbian Network is a young and dynamic NGO working towards creating positive change in the wellbeing of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex LGBTI community in Pietermaritzburg and the KwaZulu-Natal midlands.Opportunity type:Employment
The Gay and Lesbian Network seeks to appoint a Senior Outreach Coordinator, based in KwaZulu-Natal.
Responsibilities;- Development, coordination and implementation of the Network’s outreach programme;
- Raising awareness and extending the reach of the programme;
- Research and resource material development;
- Identify key strategic external stakeholders who could benefit from the programme;
- Coordinate, train and mentor volunteer trainers and facilitators;
- Manage staff, volunteers and budget.
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent in community development;
- Two years working experience at community level;
- Excellent communication, presentation, research and report writing skills;
- Knowledge of the NGO sector and experience working with diverse people and organisations;
- Commitment to the LGBTI sector;
- Ability to work well under pressure and within a small team environment;
- Ability to network with key external partners in mainstreaming the Network’s trainings;
- Computer literate;
- Proficiency in English and isiZulu preferred.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
For more about the Gay and Lesbian Network, refer to www.gaylesbiankzn.org.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Zambian police have arrested a gay rights activist minutes after he appeared on a live television show to press for same sex marriages.
According to the Zambian police, Paul Kasonkomona was picked up on the night of 7 April 2013 as he stepped out of MUVI TV studios, where he openly advocated for gay rights.
Kasonkomona was charged with ‘inciting the public to take part in indecent activities’, according to police chief, Solomon Jere.
To read the article titled, “Zambia arrests gay rights activist,” click here.Source:Independent OnlineJoburg Gay Pride Scrapped
The organisers of the Jo'burg Gay Pride have decided to end the event, listing the disruption by One in Nine protesters last year as a factor.
The parade ran for seven years and attracted crowds of more than 20 000, according to Jo'burg Gay Pride Festival Company board member, Samantha Durkin.
Fellow board member, Fulvio De Stefanis, argues that, "The interruption of last year's Joburg Pride march by the activist group, One in Nine, was also a factor in our reasoning."
To read the article titled, “Jo'burg Pride organisers call it a day for LGBTI parade,” click here.Source:Mail & GuardianForum for the Empowerment of Women: Project Manager
Forum for the Empowerment of Women (FEW)Please note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Wednesday, March 27, 2013The Forum for the Empowerment of Women (FEW) is a nonprofit organisation that works with and in the interests of black lesbian women in South Africa.Opportunity type:Employment
FEW seeks to appoint a Project Manager, based in Johannesburg.
The person will manage a new multi-year donor funded project. The project aims to create, support and sustain networks of lesbian women in urban areas around Johannesburg.
Responsibilities:- Develop project plans and budgets for overall project implementation;
- Oversee the implementation of all project objectives in a timely and efficient manner;
- Manage all financial aspects of project implementation;
- Facilitate project lobbying and advocacy processes in conjunction with partners and other FEW staff;
- Network with all stakeholders relevant to the successful functioning of the project;
- Execute all reporting and accountability (narrative and financial) to donors, partners and key stakeholders.
- Graduate qualification in the social sciences or a related discipline, or commensurate work experience;
- Project management qualification will be an advantage;
- Minimum of five years relevant work experience in Women’s health, HIV&AIDs, Gender based violence and/or LGBTI issues;
- Excellent computer skills;
- Proven writing skills (reports and articles);
- Some experience of financial management and reporting;
- Valid South African driver’s licence;
- Ability to communicate in more than two of the official South African languages.
To apply, submit a CV, motivation letter and contact details of three referees to phindim@few.org.za.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Enquiries: Tel: 011 403 1907.
For more about FEW, refer to www.few.org.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Sexual Offences Courts for SA
The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has announced that 58 dedicated sexual offences courts will be opened to address a rape crisis of nearly 65 000 attacks a year.
Justice Minister, Jeff Radebe, points out that the courts are set to be ‘fully functional’ by September 2013.
The new courts will sit within existing courts and will hear all cases of sexual assault, including attacks on lesbians and gays.
To read the article titled, “Sex crimes court necessary - Radebe,” click here.Source:News24Gay Festival to Create Awareness - NGO
On a Valentine week, the University of Botswana is this week running a film festival, ‘Batho BaLorato Film Festival’ on the thorny issue of same sex relationships.
The organisers, Lesbians, Gays and Bisexuals of Botswana (LEGABIBO), a NGO, says the film festival does not seek to promote homosexuality, but rather seeks to create awareness and promote botho, respect, tolerance, compassion and appreciation between human beings.
From 12-15 February 2013, members of the public are invited to the University of Botswana to watch same sex films involving lesbians, gay, transgender and bisexuals.
To read the article titled, “UB stages gay film festival,” click here.Source:Mmegi OnlineUN Women: Consultant to Review the 2012 UN Trust Fund Call for Proposals
UN Women sub-regional office for Southern Africa and Indian Ocean IslandsPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Friday, January 18, 2013The UN Trust Fund in Support of Actions to Eliminate Violence against Women (“UN Trust Fund”) was established through UN General Assembly Resolution 50/166 in 1996 UN Women as its Administrator on behalf of the UN system. The UN Trust Fund is a leading global multi-lateral mechanism supporting national efforts to end one of the most widespread human rights violations in the world.Opportunity type:Employment
The UN Trust Fund’s annual grant-making process, through its widely publicised Call for Proposals, operates on core principles of ensuring an open, fair, transparent, competitive and merit-based process. The UN Trust Fund focuses on supporting country and local implementation of laws, policies and action plans to address violence against women, while maintaining flexibility in terms of responsiveness to a wide range of forms of violence, national and emerging priorities and needs, and diverse approaches. By 2012, the UN Trust Fund had supported 351 programmes in 128 countries and territories with over US$ 86 million.
On 17 November 2012, the UN Trust Fund launched its annual Call for Proposals for a nine-week period spanning 17 November 2012 – 21 January 2013 (see UN Trust Fund Call at https://grants.unwomen.org). Online applications for proposals will be accepted from governments, civil society organisations and United Nations Country Teams in English, French, and Spanish.
The UN Women seeks the service of a consultant to Review the 2012 UN Trust Fund Call for Proposals.
Activities and deliverablesDuty station: Home Based Languages required : English and French (knowledge of Portuguese desirable) Starting date: 25 January 2013 Expected duration of assignment: 15 Days
The UN Women sub-regional office for Southern Africa & Indian Ocean Islands is seeking the services of a short-term consultant to screen incoming applications through an online system and make recommendations based on criteria set forth by the UN Trust Fund.
The consultant is expected to have sound knowledge of gender-based violence and will review applications submitted by governments and civil society organisations from the Southern Africa sub-region, which includes the following:- Verifying that each proposal complies with the elements stipulated in the 2012 Call document and cross-checking that all supporting documentation received is accurate;
- Providing an objective assessment of applications based on guidelines and criteria set by the UN Trust Fund;
- Recommending the top 10 applications (in collaboration with another consultant reviewing the same set of applications), and providing the necessary justifications for their selection;
- Providing a summary of recommendations for each recommended application, based on the Fund’s criteria and an assessment of the needs, quality, and rationale of the proposal;
- Preparing an introductory note for each of the countries where the recommended initiatives would be implemented. The note should include a brief country context, the relevant provisions against violence against women in each country (legal framework and policies), and the main institutions involved in the implementation of these provisions;
- Preparing an analytical brief that documents trends and emerging topics in the field of violence against women as can be observed from the demand for UN Trust Fund resources specific to the region, including highlighting any lessons learned or feedback from the application review process itself.
- Excellent written and spoken fluency in English and knowledge of French and or Portuguese preferred;
- Knowledge of women’s rights and gender issues globally, expertise on violence against women programming in Southern Africa in particular;
- Demonstrated sensitivity, discretion, tact, and courtesy in relation to gender equality and women’s rights, development principles, implementing partners;
- Knowledge of women’s organisations and governmental agencies working on women’s rights and violence against women in Southern Africa sub-region;
- Understanding of programme cycle and monitoring and evaluation frameworks;
- Ability to produce a high volume of quality content;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines;
- Experience in grant making for Gender Equality;
- Writing skills that include an attention to detail as well as a grasp of conceptual frameworks.
- Either an advanced university degree in gender, development studies or related field and a minimum of five years experience in the field of women’s rights; or a Bachelor’s degree with over 10 years experience in the field of women’s rights;
- Prior experience in grant-making and in the United Nations System and/or non-governmental organisations is an asset;
- Experience in E-VAW programming in the Southern Africa and Indian Ocean Islands region as well as experience in regional and national laws, actions plans and policies that address violence against women;
- Experience in E-VAW programming as it relates to the girl child;
- Experience in the intersection of E-VAW and/ or GBV and HIV;
- Prior experience in grant making for gender equality.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
For more about the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women, refer to www.unwomen.org/how-we-work/un-trust-fund.
For more about the UN Women, refer to www.unwomen.org.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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At a seminar on the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, Gauteng Community Safety MEC, Faith Mazibuko, included the gay and lesbian community in the agenda of the campaign.
Mazibuko says while the provincial government remains concerned about the high incidence of violence against women, children and vulnerable people, including the elderly, the concern should be extended to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) community.
She says ways of protecting them needed to be considered, adding that, “We are busy engaging stakeholders on ways of going about protecting the LGBTI (community).”
To read the article titled, “Gays, others put on ‘16 Days’ agenda,” click here.
Source:The CitizenMalawi Suspends Anti-Gay Laws
The Human Rights Watch (HRW) says the Malawian government’s decision to suspend enforcement of laws that criminalise consensual same-sex conduct is the right thing to do, and should serve as an inspiration to other countries that criminalise homosexuality.
“Malawi has taken a bold step forward, putting respect for its own constitutional guarantees of equality front and centre,” explains Tiseke Kasambala, Africa advocacy director at HRW.
Kasambala argues that no one should go to prison for consensual relations with someone of the same sex, adding that Malawi’s decision has given hope to thousands who risk prison sentences under such laws.
The comments come after the country’s justice minister, Ralph Kasambara, announced a moratorium on arrests on the basis of the country’s colonial-era sodomy laws.
To read the article titled, “Courageous move to suspend anti-gay laws,” click here.Source:Human Rights WatchAfrican Men for Sexual Health and Rights: Health Advocacy Manager
African Men for Sexual Health and RightsPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Friday, December 7, 2012The African Men for Sexual Health and Rights (AMSHeR) is a coalition of 15 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex [LGBTI] and Men who have Sex with Men (MSM) led organisations in 13 African countries. Founded in 2009, AMSHeR works to increase the protection of the sexual and health rights of gay men and other MSM, strengthen the capacity of member organisations, contribute to the development of effective HIV programming and facilitate research on gay men and other MSM.Opportunity type:Employment
AMSHeR seeks to appoint a passionate individual with a unique combination of education, skills and experience to fill the position of Health Advocacy Manager for its projects on health policy analysis and health advocacy for MSM/LGBTI, MSM living with HIV, and other key populations, as well as Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for LGBTI people in Africa.
This is a mid-level position reporting to the Director – Health Programme. The location of the post is in Johannesburg, South Africa. Working with the health, human rights and capacity building teams in Johannesburg and Dakar, as well as members, partners (national, regional and international) and donors, the suitable candidate will assume responsibility for the overall management and co-ordination of health advocacy projects.
Responsibilities:- Working closely and collaboratively with the AMSHeR human rights and capacity strengthening teams to implement health advocacy project activities which include analysis, documentation, knowledge sharing, skills exchange, networking, training and advocacy on priority LGBTI issues;
- Coordinating implementation and reporting on health advocacy project activities;
- Facilitating and coordinating learning and information exchange between members and partners;
- Working closely with the Communications Officer to establish and maintain content for project activities;
- Working with the Finance Manager and Director to oversee the financial management of project activities;
- Leveraging additional funding for the regional programme through proposal writing;
- Coordinating and assuming responsibility for the timely compilation and submission of all project budgets and reports; and
- Ensuring that the reports of all implementing partners are timeously submitted and reviewed
- Master’s degree in public health, law, human rights, community development or any other appropriate degree. Appropriate experience may be considered in place of a post graduate degree;
- Minimum of five years of experience in the successful management and implementation of civil society programmes in the continent and will have an advanced understanding of the linkages between health and human rights in the region;
- Experience in working with key populations, including the LGBTI community in the region on advocacy, community building and would be an advantage;
- Excellent workshop training and facilitation skills, ability to be diplomatic, negotiate and be tactful are all required;
- Experience working with international funding mechanisms such as the Global Fund and PEPFAR/USAID, as well as Country Coordinating Mechanisms (CCMs), National AIDS Councils and other coordination bodies, is desirable;
- Experience in donor relations, and strategy and proposal development, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team;
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite is essential.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, research and analytical skills are required;
- Fluency in English is a prerequisite and knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is desirable.
To apply, submit a CV, motivation letter and writing sample to jobs@amsher.net.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more about the African Men for Sexual Health and Rights, refer to www.amsher.net.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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