The NMF contributes to the making of a just society by mobilising the legacy of Nelson Mandela, providing public access to information on his life and times, and convening dialogue on critical social issues.
The Nelson Mandela Foundation seeks to appoint a Dialogue Analyst to be based in Johannesburg.
The purpose of this position is assist with the identification, development and maintaining of dialogue points within the community and amongst other stakeholders in order to find ways to promote social justice and carry the legacy of Nelson Mandela. This includes assisting with the development of content, logistics support and co-ordination as well as supporting with the overall activities of the Dialogue and Advocacy unit.
Responsibilities:
Support with the identification and development of research and public policy projects
Support dialogue convenings related to poverty and inequality, constitutionalism and reckoning with the past
Support the development of policy and practice recommendations based on dialogue engagements & research, and through working with other experts and community actors
Provide input to the development of strategic intervention plans on key focus areas of the Dialogue Programme
Support with the development of high-impact interventions both at a high-level and a community level
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the non-governmental, community, state and private sectors.
Oversee key events and processes
Arrange and manage logistics and planning
Support and coordinate events and process
Liaise and manage internal and external stakeholders in the process of organizing logistics and processes
Requirements:
A postgraduate degree, at least at the Honours level, in the human and related sciences
At least 3 years working experience in the area of socio-economic development, social interventions and/or research
Fluent in English and one other South African language
Strong commitment to social justice
Excellent writing ability and a history of outputs
Excellent network and stakeholder relations ability
Strong logistics and organizing ability
Ability to work independently to advance complex projects
Strong Written, Listening, and Verbal Communication Skills
Additional:
Occasional travel outside of Johannesburg may be required
Submission of writing sample required along with CV will be advantageous
At least 3 references required with submission of CV
Experience in Early Childhood Development (ECD), urban land reform and/or local government will be advantageous
Should you be interested and feel you are suitably qualified to be a part of Team Legacy, please send a comprehensive cv and sample of any published writing to [email protected]
All applications will be reviewed and only successful candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more information, please visit nelsonmandela.org.