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Mfesane: Human Resource Officer
Mfesane Christian OrganizationPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Friday, March 8, 2013Mfesane is a Christian development agency that implements asset based development programmes and conduct technical and vocational training across South Africa.Opportunity type:Employment
Mfesane seeks to appoint a Human Resource Officer, based in Crossroads, Cape Town.
The person will provide aligned and compliant HR support services to all employees.
Responsibilities:- Compile first shortlist of suitable job applicants per vacancy;
- Arrange interviews;
- Forward regret letters (external) and interview feedback (internal) to successful candidates;
- Complete reference check and background on shortlisted candidates confirmed by HR Manager and Line Manager;
- Provide an advisory service to employee and manage aspects of Mfesane's conditions;
- Manage HR information and data;
- Assist with any HR queries;
- Ensure that all legislative requirements and policies are implemented and adhere with business unit;
- Assist in compiling National Training Matrix annually and ensure it is updated monthly with completed training;
- Assist in compiling the annual Workplace Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports;
- Ensure all proof of training as well as accreditation of courses and institutions are filed for audits conducted by SETA;
- Assist management in WCA claims;
- Tracing and updating of Attendance register of staff and sick leaves;
- Facilitating disciplinary hearings.
- Degree or diploma in Human Resource (HR) management;
- Minimum of three years HR generalist exposure;
- Sound knowledge of employment equity, labour relations, BCEA and employment related legislation;
- Good interpersonal, leadership, motivation and planning skills;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Must be willing to travel;
- Valid driver’s license will be preferred.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more about Mfasane, refer to www.mfesane.org.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies..
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WHEAT Trust: Fundraiser / Development Officer
The Wheat TrustPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Monday, February 18, 2013Opportunity type:EmploymentWHEAT Trust is a women’s fund that supports grassroots women-led organisations to seek local solutions to local problems. WHEAT Trust invests in education, training and capacity building to foster women’s leadership and to empower women to uplift themselves and their communities.
WHEAT Trust seeks to appoint a Fundraiser/Development Officer, based in Wynberg, Cape Town.
The person will have a minimum of three years fundraising experience in the NGO sector. s/he must be available to attend networking functions and identify fundraising opportunities.
This is a 12-month renewable contract based on performance and achieving fundraising targets to develop and implement a fundraising/sponsorship plan, manage all donors, communications and media.
Responsibilities:- Compile and maintain a database of international and local donor organisations (international foundations, bilateral and multilateral agencies and private corporations offering donations);
- Regularly monitor donor websites and identify and inform donor opportunities matching the work of the organisation;
- Maintain a website and regularly update it with information about organisation’s work;
- Assist the Director in writing concept notes, project ideas and project proposals and ensure their timely submission;
- Undertake independent research in finding alternative resources for long-term sustainability of the organisation;
- Assist the Director in developing business plans to generate income from various sources;
- Undertake online research and build contacts with potential individual donors and raise funds for the activities of the organisation;
- Maintain relationships with existing donors and respond to their requests regularly and keep updating them about the work of the organisation;
- Improve and develop communications material for the organisation such as brochure, website, annual report, DVD, poster, etc;
- Organise or provide assistance in organizing any fundraising events for the organisation.
- Suggest other innovative ideas for effective resource mobilisation.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
If you are not invited for an interview, consider your application unsuccessful. WHEAT Trust reserves the right not to fill the position.
For more about WHEAT Trust, refer to www.wheattrust.co.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation: Grants and Business Administrator
Desmond Tutu HIV FoundationPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Wednesday, December 19, 2012The Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation (DTHF) is a NGO that focuses on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.Opportunity type:Employment
The DTHF seeks to appoint a Grants & Business Administrator, based at its Emavundleni research facility in Crossroads, Cape Town.
Responsibilities:
Financial Administration of the business unit
Ensuring cash flow- Monthly reporting and debtor invoicing grantors, involves knowing grant compliance regulations;
- Ensuring high levels of efficacy of the administration systems supporting the process ensuring compliance to organisational policy, GAAP, VAT regulations, grantor regulations;
- Developing cost allocation methodologies to ensure grant compliance and full utilisation of budgets;
- Allocating costs/creditor invoices to budgets.
- Responsible for supplier relationships;
- Managing relationship with procurement officer;
- Validate and adherence and compliance to payment procedures.
- Understanding the resources required, especially staffing, to run a pluri-potent, multi-network, multi-protocol clinical trial site;
- Writing and submitting annual and periodical budgets timeously within different legal structures i.e. as a consortium member, as a sub-contract, as a primary awardee;
- Managing budgets in foreign currency i.e. in a volatile exchange rate environment.
- Coordinating participant incentives;
- Reconciling and approving the petty cash.
Other site administration- HR Administration (Coordinate and manage staff recruitment with HR manager; Coordinate and manage staff disciplinary issues with HR manager);
- IT Administration - ensure fully functional IT systems.
- Finance degree with minimum of three years experience preferably with a business administration post graduate qualification;
- Cost and management accounting - donor fund management is an asset;
- High levels of numeracy and accuracy;
- Intermediate to advanced excel;
- SAP Business One;
- Resourcing and budgeting skills;
- Ability to develop and implement administrative systems;
- Entrepreneurship, intercultural competence, team working, analytical thinking and flexibility.
To apply, submit a CV, motivation letter indicating ‘Grants & Business Administrator’ in the subject line and two contactable referees to Jobs@hiv-research.org.za or fax to: 021 633 0182.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The DTHF is committed to equity in our employment practices. It is its intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified.
If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
It is illegal to employee foreign national without documentation which would allow them to work in South Africa legally. If you are a foreign national applying for this position please attach a copy of the documents that allows you to work in South Africa legally.
For more about the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation, refer to www.desmondtutuhivcentre.org.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Siyashesha Leadership Incubator: Communications Officer
Siyashesha Leadership Incubator NPCPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Monday, May 6, 2013Siyashesha Leadership Incubator is a nonprofit organisation that develops skills, builds opportunity and connects young leaders from across South Africa through the Activate Leadership and Public Innovation Training Programme.Opportunity type:Employment
Siyashesha seeks to appoint a Communications Officer that can spearhead the development and roll-out of mechanisms to support the Activate! Network, based in Cape Town.
Siyashesha is looking for a deal-maker, an entrepreneurial spirit, with socio-political suss and insight. S/he should be able to pick up where the opportunities lie, push for Activator (the project’s participants) opinions to get out there, understand the political landscape enough to influence public discourse and support the Activate! Network with clear internal communications, responsive and time-sensitive mechanisms which include:
- Facilitating and initiating channels and opportunities for Activators (the project’s participants) to voice their opinions, and shape public discourse, on local and national platforms, such as on-line, social media, newspaper, TV, radio;
- Raising the profile of the Activate! network by deploying a better presence on web, print and radio;
- Establishing strong contacts and relationships with national print and broadcast journalists to support the successful delivery of a PR strategy
- Supporting Activators to connect to additional useful information that brings them together as a community of change makers;
- Effectively implementing the brand strategy for Activate! and act as a ‘brand guardian’, ensuring that all communications leaving the organisation are consistent and follow our brand guidelines. There will also be opportunities to work on new brand materials including video material and print;
- Supporting the internal communication strategy in line with the overall brand strategy
- Managing internal communication and newsletters;
- Ensuring that the website, social media and blog is up-to-date, dynamic, engaging and well maintained;
- Leading the production of the annual report and liaising with our designer for design and publication;
- Assisting with writing communications materials to our partners and stakeholders and any target groups;
- Planning and commissioning communications materials;
- Refreshing the image library and our video content from our Activators;
- Producing bi-weekly manager reports as well as board reports for the Communications Division;
- Positive and pro-active engagement with Activators - Open flow of communication with Activators to the project;
- Effectively planning budgets of the portfolio with CEO and Operations Manager;
- Building relationships with our partners.
Requirements:
- Entrepreneurial go getter with appropriate communications management experience;
- Postgraduate degree;
- Strong interest in youth leadership and social change;
- Socio-political suss, and analytical capacity;
- Experience in creating and implementing communications plans;
- Proven track record of developing innovative and effective strategic awareness raising PR campaigns;
- Demonstrable experience of translating complex information into compelling stories and media releases;
- Experience with managing social media channels;
- Excellent written and verbal communication, editing and proofing skills;
- Confident, outgoing and self-motivated;
- Experience of networking, influencing and building effective relationships within an organisation;
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and effectively manage competing organisational demands;
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a wider team and autonomously on individual projects;
- Creative individual used to generating and discussing ideas
- Strategic and independent thinker;
- Attention to detail with an eye on high level company goals and requirements;
- Actively involved in youth projects advantageous.
To apply, submit a CV and motivation letter to carmen@activateleadership.co.za.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Shortlisted candidate will go through a rigorous interview process on communication skills, facilitation and quality management systems maintenance.
For more about the Activate Leadership for Public Innovation programme, refer to www.activateleadership.co.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Mfesane Christian OrganisationPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Friday, March 8, 2013Mfesane is a Christian development agency that implements asset based development programmes and conduct technical and vocational training across South Africa.Opportunity type:Employment
Mfesane seeks to appoint a Senior Finance Officer, based in Crossroads, Cape Town.
The person will oversee the financial duties of the organisation.
Responsibilities:- Preparation of monthly books of accounts to trial balances;
- Ensuring capturing of expenses under correct general ledger account and cost centres;
- Maintenance of Balance sheet account schedules;
- Monthly payment of VAT and EMP201 and filing of returns as per due dates;
- Ensuring spends are within approved budgets;
- Analysis of reports to advise on cash flow, budgets and forecasts;
- Provision of high-level financial, taxation and business development advise;
- Preparation of donor reports and the timeous submission;
- Assist with annual reporting budgeting process;
- Assist with the preparation for the annual audit.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Bachelors of commerce degree;
- Minimum of five years of accounting experience preferably in an NGO industry of which one or two years should have involved in monthly finalisation of book accounts in a reputed organisation;
- Good knowledge of South African tax and statutory laws.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more about Mfasane, refer to www.mfesane.org.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies..
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Career Planet: Volunteers
Career PlanetPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Tuesday, March 5, 2013Career Planet is a nonprofit, public benefit organisation that links people with training and career-related opportunities by providing career and skills development information with a strong focus on scarce skills and sustainable self-employment.Opportunity type:Employment
Career Planet seeks to recruit Volunteers to help spread the word about Career Planet at workshops and exhibitions, based in Cape Town.
Career Planet invite energetic, vibrant and enthusiastic individual to join its growing organisation.
Requirements:- Fluency in English and one South African language;
- Good communication skills (written and verbal);
- Willingness to do public speaking;
- Computer literate;
- Have flexible schedule;
- Enjoy working with people - patience is vital.
To apply, submit a CV (maximum two pages) and motivation letter to thandy@careerplanet.co.za.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
For more about Career Planet, refer to www.careerplanet.co.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies..
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Bench Marks Foundation: General Manager
Bench Marks FoundationPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Friday, February 15, 2013The Bench Marks Foundation is a growing and dynamic research, training and advocacy faith based NGO.Opportunity type:Employment
The Bench Marks Foundation seeks to appoint a General Manager that can contribute to its growing profile and stature, based in Johannesburg.
The person is expected to be an experienced, mature and hands-on. S/he must be able to work to strict deadlines and have the necessary project, administrative and financial skills.
S/he will be expected to assist a in the management of a team of researchers, trainers and media personnel, ensure a smooth collaboration between permanent staff, associates and assist a management team, while ensuring that an efficient and response administrative system is in place.
Responsibilities:- Ensuring that consultancy agreements in relation to research, media, finances and advocacy are adhered to;
- Reporting to donors – including narratives, financial reports, Log frames reports;
- Preparing reports for Board meetings and other governance structures;
- Maintaining and developing appropriate and efficient administrative systems with the necessary rigour required for complex donor requirements;
- Ensure that all governance systems and statutory requirements are met;
- Assist in developing fundraising proposals.
- Minimum of eight years experience in an NGO and or social movement at management/coordination level;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Excellent report writing skills;
- Be familiar with different results based log frames used by donors;
- Experience in managing research projects;
- Academic bachelors or higher that attests to her/his skills level;
- High degree of computer literacy (Microsoft Office package);
- Knowledge of accounting packages (QuickBooks Pro, Pastel) will be an advantage.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
The candidate must be ready to start immediately or by 1 March 2013, and have the necessary documentation in place.
In order to improve the Bench Marks Foundation demographic profile – black women will be considered as a priority.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more about the Bench Marks Foundation, refer to www.bench-marks.org.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation: Counsellor
Desmond Tutu HIV FoundationPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Friday, February 8, 2013The Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation (DTHF) is a NGO that focuses on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.Opportunity type:Employment
The DTHF seeks to appoint a Counsellor.
This is a one-year contract position based at DTHF’s Youth Centre in Masiphumelele, Sunnydale, Western Cape.
Responsibilities:- Providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all participants;
- Obtain informed consent in keeping with GCP principles and assist with all study procedures under Study Coordinator’s supervision;
- Assisting study team with the screening, eligibility assessment and enrolment of study participants;
- Performing HIV pre- and post-test; as well as risk reduction counselling;
- Discussing infection control and safer sex practices with research participants;
- Providing participants with condoms or other available prevention technologies;
- Arranging follow-up appointments/referrals to community-based HIV/AIDS service organisations;
- Accurate and complete record-keeping and questionnaire administration;
- Assisting with behavioural and locator data collection;
- Maintaining strict client confidentiality;
- Facilitate study discussion groups;
- Data capturing.
- Certified counselling and HIV/STD education;
- Experience in HIV Counselling and Testing;
- Fluency in English and isiXhosa;
- Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills and a non-judgemental attitude;
- Must be detail orientated and have an interest in research;
- Willingness to work irregular hours and occasional Saturdays;
- Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions;
- Must be able to work as a member of a team;
- Basic computer literacy.
- Good clinical practice (GCP) training;
- Previous clinical trial experience;
- Experience working with adolescents.
Enquiries: Thola Bennie, Tel: 021 785 5454.
If you are a foreign national applying for this position, attach a copy of your work permit to your application.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you are a foreign national applying for this position please attach a copy of your work permit to your application.
The DTHF is committed to equity in our employment practices. It is its intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified.
If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
For more about the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation, refer to www.desmondtutuhivcentre.org.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation: Research Nurse - Masiphumelele
Desmond Tutu HIV FoundationPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Friday, February 8, 2013The Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation (DTHF) is a NGO that focuses on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.Opportunity type:Employment
The DTHF seeks to appoint a Research Nurse.
This is a one-year contract position as an Adolescent. This exciting position will be based at DTHF’s Youth Centre in Masiphumelele, Sunnydale, Western Cape.
Responsibilities:- Providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all participants;
- Obtain informed consent in keeping with GCP principles and assist with all study procedures under Study Coordinator’s supervision;
- Screening, eligibility assessment and enrolment of study participants, the clinical assessment of potential study participants, clinical care of all study participants;
- Performing HIV rapid testing, counselling and referring to appropriate services;
- Issuing Family Planning and STI education;
- Accurate and complete questionnaire and CRF administration;
- Performing phlebotomy and ensuring rapid and efficient processing of samples to the designated laboratory
- Assisting with education and training as required;
- Maintaining strict client confidentiality;
- Facilitate adolescent referrals to other services where necessary;
- Organisation and management of clinic including maintaining cold chain temperatures in phlebotomy and assisting in inventory, ordering and supply management;
- Contribute to creating an adolescent-friendly research and service facility.
- Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Clinical Nurse Practitioner;
- Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and counselling;
- Experience in performing phlebotomy;
- Must be detail orientated and have an interest in research;
- Willingness to work irregular hours and occasional Saturdays;
- Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions;
- Fluency in English and isiXhosa;
- Good clinical practice (GCP) training;
- Previous clinical trial experience;
- Previous experience working with adolescents;
- Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
- Non-judgemental attitude;
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you are a foreign national applying for this position please attach a copy of your work permit to your application.
The DTHF is committed to equity in our employment practices. It is its intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified.
If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
For more about the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation, refer to www.desmondtutuhivcentre.org.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies.
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Siyashesha Leadership Incubator NPCPlease note: this opportunity closing date has passed and may not be available any more.Opportunity closing date:Thursday, January 31, 2013Siyashesha Leadership Incubator is a nonprofit organisation that develops skills, builds opportunity and connects young leaders from across South Africa through the Activate Leadership and Public Innovation Training Programme.Opportunity type:Employment
Siyashesha seeks to appoint a young graduate Social Media/Escalator/Research Assistant, based in Cape Town.
Responsibilities:
Resource bank- Assistance in researching the following information relevant to and related to Activate: articles, Tedtalks, podcasts, video links, events calendar (seminars, summits, festivals), TV programmes and radio shows.
- Administer Facebook, Twitter and Linked-in;
- Monthly Social Media conversation plan.
- Research focus-areas;
- Contribute content to knowledge system;
- Contribute to the skills development assignments
- Young graduate;
- Familiar with research methodology;
- Experience and good understanding of social media platforms and audiences;
- Based in Western Cape;
- Passion for internet and digital media;
- Good written communication skills;
- Team player.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application - NGO Pulse Portal.
For more about the Activate Leadership for Public Innovation programme, refer to www.activateleadership.co.za.
For other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies..
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