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Jaarejef Tony,

Did you at one time post on the list a vacancy in broadcasting somewhere in southern Africa ?   Grateful  if
you could send me a copy of the vacancy announcement, if you still have it or anybody could be of help.
Chi Jamma . Bo Tejan
Tony Cisse wrote:

> Jaajef wa G-L,
>
> Some job vacancies for those interested.
>
> Yeenduleen ak jaama
>
> Tony
>
> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~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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