Malamulele Onward is a non-governmental organisation providing specialised therapy (physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy), equipment, assistive devices and caregiver training to poorly-resourced rural areas of South Africa where children severely disabled by cerebral palsy have little or no access to rehabilitation therapy and equipment.
Malamulele Onward seeks to appoint a paediatric therapist – Programme Manager to be based in Johannesburg.
Employment type: Full-time position.
Start date: January 2020.
The purpose of this position is to be a dynamic, hard working paediatric physiotherapist, occupational therapist or speech therapist who is passionate about working with children with disabilities to join their team as the Therapy Programme Manager. Responsibilities:
Managing all clinical programmes
Overall responsibility for the Carer-2-Carer Training Programme
Development of Parent-Led services
Treating privately-paying clients who attend the Residential Therapy and Training Programme
Training parents, caregivers and therapists
Responsible for effective and efficient implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all clinical programmes
Networking and collaboration with potential partners
Contributing to the planning of the organization’s future programmes and activities
Assisting with fundraising activities
Requirements:
Bachelors degree in speech therapy, occupational therapy or physiotherapy
Registered with the HPCSA
At least five years experience in working with children with disabilities, specifically cerebral palsy
Post-graduate training in working in children with cerebral palsy (eg introductory CP course and / or basic 8 week NDT course) is an added advantage
A passion for children with special needs
General knowledge and understanding of childhood disability issues in Southern Africa, including local, regional and international protocols, conventions and policies concerning the rights of people living with disability
Essential skills
Organization and project management planning (planning, monitoring, budgets, reporting, etc)
Excellent people management skills
Experience in training and mentoring
Ability to remain focused whilst taking a flexible approach
Ability to multi-task, manage time and oneself, and prioritize with minimum supervision
Excellent writing skills and a good command of English (with additional local languages a distinct advantage)
Ability to inspire and motivate colleagues
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Canva and / or Indesign
Creativity
You should also be a South African citizen (or hold a valid work permit), have a valid driver’s licence, and be able to travel and work after-hours and on weekends from time to time. To apply, please e-mail the Executive Director, at [email protected] the following information:
A letter of motivation
A short CV (maximum five pages)
An indication of your expected salary
Please note that:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide at least three contactable referees
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to spend a day at the Malamulele Onward office; provide some form of work sampling or to complete a simulation activity relevant to the post. This is to ensure a good fit for both parties.
The initial contract is for 1 year with possibility of extension depending on the availability of funds.