Position based in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kampala or other countries where the project will be implemented
Salary: R130 233 – R141 233 per annum
About Sonke
With offices in Gauteng, Western Cape, Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga in South Africa and Kampala, Uganda, Sonke works globally, and especially across Africa, to strengthen government, civil society and citizen capacity to promote gender equality, prevent domestic and sexual violence and reduce the spread and impact of HIV and AIDS. In this way the organisation contributes to the development of societies in which men, women, youth and children can enjoy equitable, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of just and democratic societies (see www.http://www.genderjustice.org.za/).
About the Position
Sonke is looking for a committed, suitably qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Junior Trainer who will be responsible for supporting the planning, development and implementation of the Concern Worldwide (CWW) capacity-building project, including: providing research support; conducting trainings on gender norms transformation for Concern staff and partner organisations; assisting with donor reports; as well as providing general support to Sonke’s Regional Programme and Networks Unit (RPU). The trainer will be expected to travel and spend considerable amount of time in remote locations in the following countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burundi, CAR, Chad, DRC, Ethiopia, Haiti, Iraq, Pakistan, Kenya, Lebanon, Liberia, Malawi, Niger, Sierra Leon, Somalia, Syria, Sudan, Turkey.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Support planning, development and implementation of the Concern Worldwide project
Providing field support
Support on community mobilization activities if requested by the Concern in-country teams
Assist with the development of curriculum and provision of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) material
Training and mentoring
Provision and distribution of project materials
Provide logistical support when hosting and organizing meetings
2. Research support – Support the Senior Trainer and Project Coordinator with:
Performing periodic desktop research on different themes and topics assigned by the project coordinator
Provide a summary of key findings - Conduct trainings for Concern staff and partner organisations on gender norms transformation
Support the senior trainer and Project Coordinator in the design of the in-country workshops
Compile workshop materials and ensure that all materials and supporting documents, i.e. handouts are in place
Conduct in-country trainings
Write detailed travel reports with recommendations to Concern country offices
4. Support project review processes
Review and collate of project documents and reports in preparation for project review processes - Contribute to the drafting of donor reports
Document experiences and lessons learned from the field and provide summary of key results - Support to the Regional Programmes Unit activities
Support the development of the MenEngage network within Africa and outside, through creating country-based linkages with Concern Worldwide country-based programmes
Attend Sonke/MenEngage Africa meetings, where appropriate and requested - Administration
Prepare payment requisitions and quotations in line with payment policy
Familiarity with Finance, Administration and Procurement procedures.
Education, experience and competencies:
Bachelor’s degree in gender studies, political science, or another relevant field, or relevant experience
2-3 years’ work experience in the gender field; with good knowledge of the NGO sector in the African region, MENA region and internationally
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to speak and write English and Arabic is essential
The ability to speak and write French is an added advantage
Familiarity with gender transformative work with men and boys, including primary social change strategies, key organisations and networks in the region, key research findings and the associated evidence base for the work an advantage
Experience in training of organisations on gender equality
Familiarity with the Western, Southern, Eastern African region and the Middle East and North Africa region, and on policies and programmes relating to gender equality and gender-based violence engaging men and boys an advantage
Problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritize time and work effectively
Ability to pay attention to detail, displays a high level of integrity, able to multi-task and is deadline driven.
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
Budgeting and financial management skills
Willingness to travel outside South Africa for at least 70% of the time to areas where the project will take place
Strong computer skills especially with MS Word, Excel and other related packages
A valid driver’s license is a requirement and essential.
To Apply
Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing experience and contact details of 3 referees and this one page application form
https://genderjustice.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Sonke-Employment-Application-Form.docx to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 28 February 2020.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
For non-South Africans: it is the responsibility of the applicant to proof his/her permanent residence in South Africa or obtain and produce a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs. Employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
If you do not hear from us by 31 March 2020, please consider your application unsuccessful. The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment.