The Mpumalanga Association of Persons with Disabilities is a Provincial NPO whose objective is a diverse South African Society built on equality, equity, inclusion, and free from discrimination, in which persons with disabilities are recognized as an integral part of society. We serve as a pro-active forum for the advancement of persons with disabilities so as to enable them to attain their maximum level of independence and integration into the community, and to prevent the occurrence of disablement.
Mpumalanga Association of Persons with Disabilities seeks to appoint a Senior Manager – Professional Services to be based in Silver Oak street, Mbombela.
The purpose of this position will be to co-ordinate the Social Work Services and other Professional services rendered by the Association. This will not be limited to Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Therapists and other therapies and Professionals like Audiologists and Orthotics working in the disability sector. The incumbent will be expected to increase the client base and explore funding models in order to implement programmes for persons with disabilities throughout the province.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
- B. Social Work (honours) and current Registration with SACSSP
- 15 years’ experience as qualified Social Worker, with minimum of 5 years on Senior Management level.
- A proven track record of successfully managing more than 15 Professional staff
- A minimum of 5 years ‘ experience in writing funding proposals for Social Programmes
- Sound Communication skills, with extensive written and verbal skills in English in order to produce Reports, handle grants and proposals.
- Strong planning and organizing skills
- Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships and enduring organizational support
- A team player who also works well independently
- Competent use of Microsoft Office
- Valid Drivers’ licence and proven ability to drive
Remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate, applicants who do not meet the requirements will not be considered. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be based at the provincial office in Nelspruit. Interested persons may submit their Applications to: The Director, 2 Silver Oak Street, Mbombela or Email: [email protected] fax number 086 540 8393.
For more about Mpumalanga Association of Persons with Disabilities, refer to http://www.apdmpumalanga.org/