Youth@SAIIA is looking to appoint a dynamic person who is committed to youth development and public participation from a social justice perspective. The successful applicant must be able to manage a complex and multi-faceted workload and have demonstrated experience in national/regional level in youth, education and or community engagement programmes. This position reports to the Head of Youth Programmes and is based at SAIIA’s head office in Johannesburg.
Youth Programmes Manager Ref: YPM/0924 (1 Year Contract | Salary Band, based on experience: R380,000 to R480,000 p.a negotiable)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and logistical support as well as oversight of all programme activities, events, meetings and conferences hosted by Youth@SAIIA.
- Run workshops, national school activities, conferences and Youth@SAIIA general events with support from fellow staff and youth network.
- Support the Head of Youth with conceptual and proposal development to ensure financial sustainability of the programme.
- Manage donor reports and project budgets for the successful implementation of our programmes.
- Represent Youth@SAIIA at stakeholder consultations and partner meetings.
- Write topics packs and resource materials for participants and educators.
- Support our growing policy and youth participation work (especially in areas related to climate change, gender, health and more generally sustainable development).
- Manage a team of staff including a youth cohort/network.
Experience, Skills and Qualifications
- A relevant bachelor’s degree and postgraduate qualification (social sciences, education, environment) or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of eight to ten years of experience with small to large-scale project/programme management in a developing country context.
- A minimum of three years of experience in climate policy, environmental/sustainable development education and youth advocacy.
- Experience with grant and proposal writing for national and international donors.
- Excellent demonstrated written, presentation, communication and organisational skills.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Experience with financial management tools and systems.
- Good management and interpersonal skills and ability to manage and work with a diverse team.
- Experience with school negotiation and debate programmes advantageous.
- Passion for working with high school learners, teachers and youth participants.
- Driver’s licence and own vehicle.
Please note that this position will require national travel for up to 35-40% of the year.
Application Process
- Interested candidates are encouraged to find us on social media at Youth@SAIIA to see our various activities and thematic focus areas.
- Candidates for this position should submit a motivational letter and a comprehensive CV with their contact details to recruitment@saiia.org.za.
- Please include ‘Youth Programmes Manager (YPM/0924)’ in the subject line. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be called in for an interview.
Applications close on 17 September 2024.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.