My Vote Counts is a non-profit organisation that works towards improving transparency, accountability and inclusiveness in South Africa’s political and electoral systems. The organisation was formally registered in 2014 and has made an impact in ensuring that South Africans are a step closer to understanding who pays for our politics and focussing on ways in which we can hold our elected representatives to account.
MVC seeks to appoint a Director to be based in Observatory, Cape Town.
Employment Duration: 1 year fixed contract with option to renew
Start date: 01 November or negotiable
Reports to: MVC board
The purpose of the position is to find an ambitious and self-motivated individual with a commitment to social justice, to lead a driven and dynamic team towards achieving My Vote Counts’ (MVC) mission.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement MVC’s strategic vision and strategy in partnership with the MVC team
Lead and manage the implementation of MVC’s activities
Ensure accurate financial management of MVC’s financial resources (supported by an operations manager and accountants)
Manage MVC’s donor relationships, including writing proposals and donor reporting
Present regular progress and updates to MVC’s board, organise quarterly board meetings
Build and maintain MVC’s relationships with our stakeholders in all relevant sectors
Represent MVC in various fora, including engaging with parliament, political parties, government, civil society organisations, the media and our funding partners
Support and manage the MVC team within an organisational culture that is just, fair and considerate
Responsible for managing the performance of a small team, including recruitment where needed
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in law, political science, public policy, international relations or any other relevant social science qualification, with at least 3 years work experience – preferably in the non-profit sector
Prior management experience – leadership position in a non-profit organisation
Show demonstrable leadership ability and a commitment towards social justice
Experience in financial management and budgetary oversight of an organisation
Experience in leading inter-disciplinary programmes and human resource management
Excellent research and writing skills
Proven experience in donor/funder report writing skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
Historically disadvantaged applicants are encouraged to apply
How to apply:
Email your full curriculum vitae, a motivation letter, 2 reference letters and a sample of written work to [email protected].
Please include “MVC Director Application” in the subject heading.
Please note that only shorltisted candidates will be notified of the outcome of the process.
For more about My Vote Counts, refer to www.myvotecounts.org.za