THINK EQUAL SOUTH AFRICA PROGRAMME OFFICER

Job Description

Purpose of the Role

To support the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Think Equal programme within South Africa. This role has a special focus on maintaining strong relationships with, and guiding local partners and stakeholders, preparation of classroom lists, supporting with training plans, translation, quotes and research into printing and distribution of Think Equal books and resources. To ensure the smooth running and success of implementation of the Think Equal programmes on the ground, monitoring and checking on all steps and processes required for effective implementation and impact,  and to ensure close contact and ongoing support of the local partner/s with the local teachers, Department of education personnel (from local, regional or national education authorities)  and other stakeholders. To support the Global Programme’s team in delivering Think Equal programmes as per the strategy.

Location: South Africa (remote)

Salary: $16,500 USD annual

Contract: Full time (37.5 hours per week)

Overall Reporting: Global Programme Manager

Line Manager: Africa Programme Manager

Role Type: Consultant (12 month contract; eligible for renewal after initial term)

Responsibilities

Relationship Building

• Plan and develop the program implementation in South Africa by liaising with local partners (especially local and national education authorities) and following-up and monitoring on the plans that are already in place.
• Communicate and liaise regularly with relevant stakeholders, representing the organisation as first point of contact and answering any queries regarding projects in South Africa.
• Keep very close contact with in-country partners to ensure Think Equal’s reputational excellence and delivery of Think Equal’s mission

Program Administration and Coordination

• Source and liaise with printers and couriers to obtain quotations, print books and resources as per Think Equal’s requirements, and deliver as per deadlines in different areas and languages.
• Coordinate with the operations teams regarding translation processes, to ensure that materials are ready in line with implementation timelines.
• Liaise with international staff and volunteers for the translation, printing, quality check and delivery of books, training and programs to the schools in South Africa
• Report to the management on the status of programs in South Africa. This includes timely identification and communication of possible risks or delays and proposing troubleshooting strategies as a response to them.
• Support specific projects as directed by the Senior Management Team.
• Develop and maintain accurate filing systems and operational processes that ensure smooth and efficient organisational operation and capacity.
• Ensure that in-country partners are delivering the tasks which fall to their responsibility in a timely and successful manner and monitor and ensure deadlines and timetabled milestones are reached in-country.
• Support communications work of the organisation.
• Support Business Development colleagues in their requirements for fundraising efforts.
• General ad hoc office administration as part of a small self-servicing team; undertaking any other reasonable support, initiative and/or activity as required.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Support the Africa Programme Manager and the Global Programme Director with the creation and delivery of reports to be provided for South African projects. This includes updating the Monday.com platform, budget reports, reporting progress at team meetings and sharing reliable information in a timely manner for Board reports and other documents as needed.
• Support the implementation of Monitoring Evaluation & Learning (MEL) tools, tasks by implementing partners and other key stakeholders when necessary as part of active projects.
• Support the development and strengthening of actions and provision of  useful information for the longer-term sustainability of the Think Equal projects and for its ongoing internal learning process, which can include closed and active projects. 

General Duties

1. Ensure that at all times you take care of your health and safety and that of others by complying with health and safety obligations, particularly by reporting promptly any defects, risks or potential hazards;
2. Comply with the policies and procedures of Think Equal at all times;
3. Support the vision, values and objectives of the organisation;
4. Maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure compliance with data protection requirements;
5. Contribute to close working relationships with all personnel and help to build an open and honest culture that facilitates learning, creativity and excellence;
6. Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post;
7. Carry out as directed, any other duties as required in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within your capabilities.

Experience

1. Degree or equivalent
2. At least 2+ years of professional experience
3. Experience in administration or similar working environment with an international organisation
4. Experience in program implementation

Knowledge and understanding

1. An understanding of the challenges of implementing an international programme of education as well as an ability to respond to those challenges creatively – essential
2. Exhibit passion and excitement about the mission of the work and have a can-do attitude – essential.
3. Works with independent flair and entrepreneurial spirit and is creative in surmounting obstacles - essential
4. Maintain stable performance under heavy pressure - essential.
5. Adjust quickly to changing priority and conditions – essential
6. Do not cut corners and deliver with a high level of integrity and honesty -essential.

Skills

1. A high level of planning and organising skills to manage multiple deadlines;
2. Ability to establish and maintain constructive professional relationships and perform effectively as a member of a team;
3. Ability to motivate, persuade, inspire and engage individuals and organisations in the work of Think Equal;
4. Computer literacy and excellent documentation skills;
5. Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures;
6. Ability to intervene with crisis management or troubleshooting as necessary;
7. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills;
8. Strong self-starter, able to take initiative, delegate and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities;
9. Ability to demonstrate a passion for developing the work of Think Equal.
10. Ability to see and communicate the big picture in an inspiring way

Other

1. Some international travel may be required.
2. Some work outside standard work location hours.  Think Equal’s core working hours are 14:00-16:00 GMT.

Deadline to Apply – Sunday  14 July 2024 23:59 Click HERE to apply.