From npm at telkomsa.net Thu Oct 16 15:59:14 2008 From: npm at telkomsa.net (SANGOCO Western Cape) Date: Fri Oct 17 10:26:13 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] SANGOCO Western Cape: Invitation to Dialogue Message-ID: <20081016135918.80BAC330715@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Press Release - No Embargo: SANGOCO WESTERN CAPE - 'INVITATION TO DIALOGUE' Theme: Reclaiming the Resources for the fight against poverty: Challenges, Prospects and Opportunities - to be held Thursday 23rd October; Jubilee Centre, 21 Nelson Road, Observatory, Cape Town, 10h00 to 13h00 The SANGOCO series of dialogues and debates, is a forum to enable civil society actors to critically engage with the challenges, prospects and opportunities facing them. A space to meet, dialogue, learn and develop 'good' practice together and reinforce the vision of a coherent, united, vibrant civil society to combat poverty and inequality. During the South African NGO Coalition (SANGOCO) Western Cape series of dialogues and debates, kick started during September 2008, over 150 civil society organisations came together and: * Shared their views of social change in order to confront the multi-dimensional challenges facing our democracy. * Engaged key actors and reflected on critical issues which impact on the sustainability of the sector. * Engaged with one another in a challenging and frank way and reviewed the path civil society as a sector has traversed whilst looking to the future and plotting a way forward. * Gained consensus around what the development agenda should achieve. * Started to build on their strengths and confront their own challenges in order to address issues related to poverty and inequality * Started asking the hard questions, examining the inherent tensions and relations between and amongst themselves and others and acknowledged the mistakes they have made - yet they had the courage to revisit and or take a few steps back * Expressed their shared concerns in relation to (a) the nature of government and its relationship with CSOs, and (b) the interests and needs of the donor community within such an uncertain environment The forum called for the Coalition to play an effective role in promoting change and urged SANGOCO to facilitate a dialogue between CSOs and the donor community with the aim to catalyze more effective civil society responses and partnerships aimed at addressing complex development challenges. In line with this mandate a dialogue with the broad theme: Reclaiming the Resources for the fight against poverty: Challenges, Prospects and Opportunities - will be held Thursday 23rd October; Jubilee Centre, 21 Nelson Road, Observatory, Cape Town, 10h00 to 13h00 Despite increasing resources for poverty alleviation, capacity building and governance progress towards universal access to human rights within South Africa is undermined by inefficiency and the failure to ensure that resources reach those hardest hit. There is an urgent need to strengthen mechanisms to access and disburse resources to civil society, to build capacity and develop and strengthen leadership and good governance. SANGOCO hopes that this platform will enable key actors to come together to engage and reflect on critical issues which impact on the sustainability of the sector and enable us as a province to start the necessary process of embarking on unified programmatic planning and resource building for the benefit of the most marginalised and the poor. SANGOCO Western Cape therefore urges you to join us as partners in social dialogue on 23rd October 2008. Media Liaison: Tasneem Gamieldien, 082 315 9435 (cell) / 0880 21447 1217 (fax) npm@telkomsa.net From Patience.Mnqapu at wits.ac.za Mon Oct 20 09:14:16 2008 From: Patience.Mnqapu at wits.ac.za (MRMP) Date: Mon Oct 20 09:28:49 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] MRMP: Researcher Vacancy Message-ID: <48FC2FC8.50201@wits.ac.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Researcher - Migrant Rights Monitoring Project M/G870 The Forced Migration Studies Programme (FMSP) in the School of Social Sciences at the University of Witwatersrand is Southern Africa?s premier centre for academic research and teaching on migration and social transformation. The FMSP is seeking a researcher for its Migrant Rights Monitoring Project (MRMP). The MRMP builds on the FMSP?s record of research and advocacy with sustained, rigorous social science research into migrants? access to basic social services; the implementation of asylum policy; and the nature and causes of rights abuses against non-nationals in South Africa. The successful applicant will have Masters level training and extensive professional experience related to human migration and a demonstrated ability to plan and implement research projects. Preference is for applicants proficient in languages spoken by migrant groups in South Africa (e.g., French, Portuguese, Swahili, Somali, Shona, and Ndebele). This is a one-year contract starting in January 2009 with the possibility of extension. A competitive salary will be offered commensurate with experience. To learn more about the FMSP go to: http://migration.org.za To Apply : Submit a cover letter outlining their capability to satisfy the requirements of this position along with a brief CV, the name of three professional references (including e-mail contact details), and salary expectations, to Margaret Deyi Human Resources Officer, Faculty of Humanities, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050, Gauteng, South Africa. * E-mail: margaret.deyi@wits.ac.za * Closing Date: 31 October 2008 The University reserves the right to verify qualifications and credit standing. From lindiwe at raith.org.za Mon Oct 20 15:02:21 2008 From: lindiwe at raith.org.za (RAITH) Date: Mon Oct 20 15:16:56 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] RAITH Foundation: Call for Proposals Message-ID: <48FC815D.6040407@raith.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Call for Funding Proposals: South African NGOs, NPOs & CBOs Apply Now - RAITH FOUNDATION To enrich peoples lives within their communities First Closing Date: 15 November 2008 Second Closing Date: 15 December 2008 1. Background of the RAITH FOUNDATION The RAITH Foundation was registered as a Trust in March 2001. It is a registered Non-Profit organization and has tax-exempt status. The Foundation is not politically affiliated and does not raise funds from the public. 2. Purpose The purpose of the RAITH Foundation is to enrich lives within communities through supporting those who provide resources, services and related research that meet practical human needs and shift the quality of relations between people. 3. Key Focus Areas Within the scope of the Foundation?s purpose (see 2 above), funds will be allocated to organisations which: * facilitate access to social grants or health services; * facilitate access to library services, music development and promoting urban greening; and * research, develop, manufacture or promote technology for health or safety. The Application Process The submissions should include: * The organisation profile * Project description * Methodology * Costs * Activity or work plan * Proof of NPO registration Please visit our website www.raith.org.za for more information on guidelines for grant seekers Kindly submit your proposal to the Programme Manager by e-mail, post or fax, see contact details below Lindiwe Tukani Programme Manager, The RAITH Foundation Corner William Nicol and Republic Road PO Box 78465, Sandton, 2146 Republic of South Africa Ph: +27 (11) 285 0095; Fax: +27 (11) 886 1381; Cell: 071 679 9462 Email: lindiwe@raith.org.za From programme.officer at joburg.msf.org Tue Oct 21 10:40:59 2008 From: programme.officer at joburg.msf.org (=?windows-1252?Q?M=E9decins_Sans_Fronti=E8res_SA?=) Date: Tue Oct 21 11:00:50 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] =?windows-1252?q?M=E9decins_Sans_Fronti=E8res_SA?= =?windows-1252?q?=3A_Invitation_to_a_presentation?= Message-ID: <48FD959B.4070205@joburg.msf.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Invitation to a presentation by Dan Sermand, General Director of MSF Sweden Titled: The Civilian and Military Blur: Is the Humanitarian Mandate in Danger? The MSF Perspective Hosted by the University of the Witwatersrand Date: 23rd October 2008 Time: 10h00 to 12h00 ? with light snacks provided Venue: The Seminar Room, South West Engineering Building, East Campus Please RSVP by email to programme.officer@joburg.msf.org or contact Carrie Brooke-Sumner on 011 403 4440 or 071 325 4158. From Marcie at tigf.co.za Tue Oct 21 11:11:52 2008 From: Marcie at tigf.co.za (The MDI and TGIF) Date: Tue Oct 21 11:32:09 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] MDI and TGIF: Training course Message-ID: <48FD9CD8.3040908@tigf.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Management Development Institute (MDI) ?South Africa A joint initiative of Southern New Hampshire University?s School of Community Enterprise Development (SCED) and the Thembani International Guarantee Fund (TIGF) offer a 5-day training course to equip business, bankers, corporate social investment and policy making practitioners on how changes in the business environment and policy realm have implications for the way business is conducted. Training Dates Date: 17-21 November, 2008 The MDI-South Africa offers three specialisations in two knowledge tracks over one week * Community Economic Development Track * Enterprise Development Track Community Economic Development ?CED is both a new vision of community development and a new direction for the practice of development. The vision and direction of CED are combined and reflected in the work of those who are practicing a CED approach to change. CED may take different forms from one community to the next, but the CED approach does have some common principles, processes, strategies and tactics. CED integrates ends and means in a principled way. CED principles are grounded in a belief in the capability and responsibility of people to undertake community-based and community-directed economic initiatives for the good of all community members and for the planet.?(from Centre for Sustainable Community Development). In this three day intensive course we study the ways and means of building strong community-led strategies for development. We will begin by examining Social Change and Community Organizing and then will explore Development Theory, Principles and Strategies of CED. With this foundation we will then look at the Project Life Cycle and CED Data Collection. Theory, Principals and Strategies of Community Enterprise Development Community Economic Development is a holistic way of fostering sustainable development at the grassroots within neighbourhoods, cities, rural areas, and across the globe. The sessions will bring into focus why we are motivated to do development work and some of the core principles and practices of creating community based and owned initiatives to fight poverty and build equity. Participants from the Enterprise Development Track will explore what CED work is already happening in the communities where they work and how we can build a region-wide practice for Community Economic Development in Africa Fees: Without Room/Board: R9000 (U.S.$1000) With Room/Board: R14500 (U.S.$1600) 10% discount on registration and payment before 25 October. Group discounts for two or more. Book your space now? Contact Marcie on +27 11 394 4314/4370 E, Facsimile: +27 11 970 2320-Mail: Marcie@tigf.co.za From npm at telkomsa.net Wed Oct 22 16:03:00 2008 From: npm at telkomsa.net (Tasneem Gamieldien) Date: Wed Oct 22 16:07:22 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] SANGOCO: Invitation to Dialogue Message-ID: <48FF3294.50908@telkomsa.net> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS SANGOCO WESTERN CAPE - ?INVITATION TO DIALOGUE? Theme: Reclaiming the Resources for the fight against poverty: Challenges, Prospects and Opportunities - to be held Thursday 23rd October; Jubilee Centre, 21 Nelson Road, Observatory, Cape Town, 10h00 to 13h00 The SANGOCO series of dialogues and debates, is a forum to enable civil society actors to critically engage with the challenges, prospects and opportunities facing them. A space to meet, dialogue, learn and develop ?good? practice together and reinforce the vision of a coherent, united, vibrant civil society to combat poverty and inequality. During the South African NGO Coalition (SANGOCO) Western Cape series of dialogues and debates, kick started during September 2008, over 150 civil society organisations came together and: * shared their views of social change in order to confront the multi-dimensional challenges facing our democracy. * engaged key actors and reflected on critical issues which impact on the sustainability of the sector. * engaged with one another in a challenging and frank way and reviewed the path civil society as a sector has traversed whilst looking to the future and plotting a way forward. * gained consensus around what the development agenda should achieve. * started to buildon their strengths and confront their own challenges in order to address issues related to poverty and inequality. * started asking the hard questions, examining the inherent tensions and relations between and amongst themselves and others and acknowledged the mistakes they have made - yet they had the courage to revisit and or take a few steps back. * Expressed their shared concerns in relation to (a) the nature of government and its relationship with CSOs, and (b) the interests and needs of the donor community within such an uncertain environment. The forum called for the Coalition to play an effective role in promoting change and urged SANGOCO to facilitate a dialogue between CSOs and the donor community with the aim to catalyze more effective civil society responses and partnerships aimed at addressing complex development challenges. In line with this mandate a dialogue with the broad theme: Reclaiming the Resources for the fight against poverty: Challenges, Prospects and Opportunities ? will be held Thursday 23rd October; Jubilee Centre, 21 Nelson Road, Observatory, Cape Town, 10h00 to 13h00 Despite increasing resources for poverty alleviation, capacity building and governance progress towards universal access to human rights within South Africa is undermined by inefficiency and the failure to ensure that resources reach those hardest hit. There is an urgent need to strengthen mechanisms to access and disburse resources to civil society, to build capacity and develop and strengthen leadership and good governance. SANGOCO hopes that this platform will enable key actors to come together to engage and reflect on critical issues which impact on the sustainability of the sector and enable us as a province to start the necessary process of embarking on unified programmatic planning and resource building for the benefit of the most marginalised and the poor. SANGOCO Western Cape therefore urges you to join us as partners in social dialogue on 23rd October 2008. Media Liaison: Tasneem Gamieldien 082 315 9435 (cell) / 0880 21447 1217 (fax) npm@telkomsa.net From mkotelo at cafsouthernafrica.org Wed Oct 22 16:48:50 2008 From: mkotelo at cafsouthernafrica.org (CAF Southern Africa) Date: Thu Oct 23 12:59:21 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] CAF Southern Africa: Office Space for Rental Message-ID: <20081022144854.A984F3305B6@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Office space for rental available from November 2008 in Melville for a suitable NGO. For more information contact Manana at (011) 726-1148 or on mkotelo@cafsouthernafrica.org. From katja at caglobal.co.za Mon Oct 27 10:49:01 2008 From: katja at caglobal.co.za (CA Global) Date: Mon Oct 27 10:59:00 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Vacancy: Associate or Senior Associate Message-ID: <4905807D.7070106@caglobal.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Vacancy: Associate or Senior Associate, HIV and AIDS Program Location: Johannesburg / South Africa Reference: 0002KS Salary: To be determined Deadline: 31 October Start: negotiable Associate or Senior Associate, HIV and AIDS Programme Johannesburg, South Africa Our client, an international, nonprofit, nongovernmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health around the world, is seeking a highly experienced health or social scientist to lead its HIV and AIDS Program in the Republic of South Africa. Responsibilities: Contribute to the Council's HIV and AIDS program strategy and implementation through: * management of HIV and AIDS program activities within South Africa and the region; * leadership in the areas of social/behavioral, public health and/ or operations research in relation to the HIV response in South Africa; * fundraise and manage HIV program financing for projects in South Africa; * design, conduct and publish research (in collaboration with other senior staff in the regions); * represent the HIV / AIDS program to the media, research and public health community; * communicate and disseminate information of program activities and research findings; * mentor and supervise HIV / AIDS Program staff in South Africa and build capacity of partner organisations; * assist Country Director in management and development of South Africa Country Office. Qualifications: * Doctoral degree in public health, social science, public policy, or related field; * 10 years of relevant experience in management and implementation of HIV/AIDS research projects; * Ability to secure funds for program activities; * Ability to promote the use of research for the improvement of health systems in developing countries; * Experience in working within multi-cultural environment and across disciplinary fields;; * Demonstrated experience in capacity building; * Excellent written and oral English-language communications skills; * Willingness to travel across the region on a regular basis. Contract: Two years, renewable by mutual consent and availability of funding. To Apply: Please send your CV and motivational covering letter, stating 3 contactable references, to katja@caglobal.co.za A full job description is available upon request. From nicolle at sangonet.org.za Wed Oct 29 09:16:33 2008 From: nicolle at sangonet.org.za (SANGONeT) Date: Wed Oct 29 10:22:38 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Register on NGO Pulse Message-ID: <49080DD1.2070903@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The SANGONeT team would like to thank you for your interest in the NGO Pulse portal and all the comments we have received since the launch. We have noted your comments and are trying to incorporate as many of them as possible. Please continue sending us feedback and comments. We encourage you to register as users on the NGO Pulse Portal. As an NGO Pulse user you can: * Add an opportunity (e.g. vacancies, awards, request for proposals) * Add an event (e.g. training, workshops, seminars and other events) * Add a blog * Add a press release (e.g. NGO Media Releases) * Add a comment to articles published To register as an NGO Pulse user: 1. Go to www.ngopulse.org 2. On the homepage, click ?Register? in the right hand corner of the page (below the masthead) 3. Create a new account by completing the fields required. (We need your email address to verify your contact information). 4. Once you have completed the form, you will see the text ?Thank you for applying for an account. Your account is currently pending approval by the site administrator. In the meantime, your password and further instructions have been sent to your e-mail address? appeared at the top of the home page. 5. You will immediately receive an email (to the address you provided) allocating you a password which you can use to login to the site. 6. Within an hour you will receive an email indicating that you have been successfully registered as an NGO Pulse user outlining what rights you have. 7. You can then login again using your username and password. We do realise that this sounds like an arduous process, but you will only be required to do this once. For any assistance in this process, please send an email to administrator@ngopulse.org . We know that this will be a big change for our users but are confident that, once registered you will benefit from the new functionalities and make NGO Pulse a space that works for you! Thank you, The NGO Pulse team. From info at southernhemisphere.co.za Fri Oct 31 09:55:04 2008 From: info at southernhemisphere.co.za (Southern Hemisphere) Date: Fri Oct 31 10:05:44 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Southern Hemisphere: Training Workshop Message-ID: <490AB9D8.1000709@southernhemisphere.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Training Workshop on Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation using the Logical Framework Approach By Southern Hemisphere Consultants 10 - 14 November, 2008 Pretoria Objective and methodology This course aims to equip practitioners, project partners or external evaluators with the knowledge and expertise to be able to conduct their own planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting which is critical to any organisation or government department involved in development projects and programmes. The course will be using the Logical Framework Approach, and will run in a workshop style with a high degree of participant involvement. As a case study approach will be used, the participants should come to the workshop with a project to work on throughout the course. Delegates will be able to * Produce a stakeholder analysis, a problem analysis and an objective analysis, using Logical Framework Approach * Identify outputs, activities and inputs * Identify and develop ?SMART? objectives and indicators * Identify and develop risk factors and assumptions * Develop a plan of action * Develop a Monitoring and Evaluation Plan for their projects * Know when an evaluation should take place and by whom (participatory evaluation) * Identify appropriate qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques * Construct an evaluation report and terms of reference Course outline * Purpose and benefits of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation * The project cycle * Introduction to the Logical Framework Approach * Stakeholder analysis * Problem analysis * Objective analysis * Alternative analysis * Presentation of the project description in a Logical Framework Approach Matrix * Identification of Indicators and Means of Verification * Identification of Assumptions and Risks * How to produce a Plan of Action * Key concepts and approaches in evaluations (effectiveness, efficiency, impact, relevance and sustainability) * Research, data analysis techniques and reporting * Towards developing a M&E system * Terms of reference Facilitator Nana Davies: is a Development Practitioner with a Master?s degree in Law, specialising in human rights. Nana completed her Masters in Law at University of Copenhagen, Denmark and part of it at the University of Rennes, France. She has worked in the social development field since 1994. She was trained in the use of the Logical Framework Approach in Denmark, and has worked for international donor agencies. She co-founded Nielsen and Klein Consulting based in Cape Town in 1998, and joined Southern Hemisphere as a Senior Consultant in 2004. She has assisted a wide range of organisations in their planning of projects including the development of monitoring and evaluation systems. Furthermore, she has conducted several evaluations for a variety of clients. Course Fee Fee per delegates: R 6, 000.00 (excl. VAT). Course fee includes comprehensive course materials, refreshments & lunch and certificate. A reduction of 10% per delegates will be offered for organisations or departments that send 3 or more delegates. Registration Register now. Registration form and further information can be requested: By email: info@southernhemisphere.co.za By Phone: (021) 421 0073 (Speak to Nadia Gain or Nana Davies) By Fax: (021) 418 6397 Visit our website on: www.southernhemisphere.co.za On-site Training Do you have a group of delegates you would like to have trained? We offer courses in: * Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation * Strategic Planning * Facilitation Skills * Human Rights Indicators * Negotiation Skills Facilitation of programme planning, monitoring and evaluation Do you need to have comprehensive plans for your organisation, and a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation system? We can also facilitate this for you. Call our office and speak to Nana or Dena for more details: (021) 421 0073 or email Dena on dena@southernhemisphere.co.za and Nana on nana@southernhemisphere.co.za From regionaloffice at aed.org Thu Nov 6 10:58:07 2008 From: regionaloffice at aed.org (Academy for Educational Development) Date: Thu Nov 6 11:14:39 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] AED: Regional Director Vacancy Message-ID: <4912B19F.5060303@aed.org> Position: Regional Director, South Africa Deadline: 30 November 2008 The Academy for Educational Development (AED), an international not-for-profit organisation working in education and training, health and nutrition, democracy and governance, and economic development, seeks candidates to head AED?s regional office for South Africa (SA) in Pretoria. The SA regional director will lead fundraising and business development for the regional office, including helping draft and implement a five-year strategic development plan for AED in the Southern Africa region. Emphasis will be placed on enhancing AED?s strong presence in SA and building relationships with the donor community, foundations, and corporations; coordinating and evaluating opportunities for partnerships in the region; forging collaboration with local, national, and regional officials and key professionals; and representing AED at professional and other meetings in the region. Qualifications include experience in marketing, business development, and managing and writing proposals; ten years experience in designing and managing programs in education and training, health/HIV/AIDS, democracy and governance, or economic growth; experience managing complex budgets, staff development, fundraising, and strategic planning; in-depth knowledge of the South African political, economic and social context through residential living experience; and extensive experience working with governments, multilateral, and bilateral donors, corporations, NGOs, and the media in SA; an advanced degree, either an MBA or a advanced degree in one of AED?s core sectors: education, health, nutrition, population, communications, and economic growth and development. Required skills include excellent written and oral communications; demonstrated leadership and organizational development capacity; strong managerial and team building skills; and ability to work independently, and as part of a team. AED will only consider applicants who are residents of South Africa. Please send resumes/CVs and cover letter to: regionaloffice@aed.org . Applications will be handled confidentially. Applications received by November 30th, 2008 will receive first consideration. We thank all respondents; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V. From XY90344 at oldmutual.com Thu Nov 6 14:05:42 2008 From: XY90344 at oldmutual.com (Old Mutual) Date: Thu Nov 6 14:12:33 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Old Mutual Retirement Reform Dialogue Sessions Message-ID: <4912DD96.7040702@oldmutual.com> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Dear Stakeholder The current retirement system is in the process of being reformed. You might already be aware that the government is planning to implement a compulsory National Savings Fund, but the proposed changes will also impact risk benefits and taxation for all individuals and employers. Old Mutual is hosting a dialogue session to share more detail around the current proposals and to engage with you about your particular opinions and concerns. As a stakeholder, we are confident that your views will help shape the thinking and debate going forward. Hosts: Seelan Gobalsamy (Managing Director, Old Mutual Corporate), David O?Brien (Head: Retirement Reform), John Kotze (Group Assurance Executive) and Roderick Stevenson (Senior Advisor Product Solutions Legal). Western Cape: Date: Wednesday 12 November 2008 Venue: Pinelands Registration: 15h30-16h00 Time: 16h00-18h00 Gauteng: Date: Monday 17 November 2008 Venue: Rosebank, Johannesburg Registration: 15h30 - 16h00 Time: 16h00 - 18h00 If you are interested in attending, kindly send an e-mail to cmaree@oldmutual.com with your name, surname, and contact details. Please indicate whether you would like to attend the Western Cape or Gauteng Session. We need to receive your details for the Western Cape Session by Thursday 6 November and for the Gauteng Session by Tuesday 11 November, as seats are limited. An e-mail invitation will be sent to you that will allow you to RSVP electronically. If you want to RSVP telephonically, please contact our events helpdesk at (021) 509 2566. From info at artsexchange.co.za Fri Nov 7 09:32:58 2008 From: info at artsexchange.co.za (Urban Voices) Date: Fri Nov 7 09:48:41 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Urban Voices: Media Release Message-ID: <20081107072744.7D49B76807D@mail.zone.sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Media Release Urban Voices International Arts Festival International Theatre Programme 1 November to 15 November Website: www.artsexchange.co.za Email: info@artsexchange.co.za Media enquiries only: 011 726 6916 International Theatre Exchange with Cultural Odyssey: The Medea Project: Theatre for Incarcerated Women. SA/USA For the first time in South Africa, Urban Voices produces a full length workshopped theatre production with female inmates of Jo?burg Correctional Services (popularly known as ?Sun City prison?), directed by award winning USA artist, Rhodessa Jones and assisted by Idris Ackamoor and Sean Reynolds. Rhodessa Jones, founder of the Medea Project, has been working with incarcerated women for over 20 years in the prisons of San Francisco. She has travelled internationally with this project in the US, Europe and the Caribbean. Ms Jones is no stranger to South Africa. In 2005 she conducted workshops at Joburg Correctional Services and Pretoria Central with Female inmates as well as performed at the Market Theatre Lab with Idris Ackamoor in Search of Human Culture and her solo play ? Big Butt Girls Hard Headed Women?. Theatre Performance of Female Inmates: Free Entrance and Transport Venue and date: 15 November at 10am: Joburg Correctional Services, Meredale (Popularly known as ?Sun City?) Entrance Free: ID must be produced and RSVP by 12 November 2008. Programme Subject to change. Free Transport Available: Please RSVP in advance: Bus departing from Market Theatre at 9am to Johannesburg Correctional Services. International Theatre Workshop and Talk on Prison Project: Free: All welcome Featuring Rhodessa Jones, Idris Ackamoor and Sean Reynolds on their work with incarcerated women in SA and the USA. They will discuss contemporary issues facing the prison system in the USA Rhodessa Jones will also perform excerpts from ?Big Butt Girls, Hard Headed Women?. Date and Time: 1 November at 3pm to 5pm Venue: The Market Theatre Lab. Refreshments will be served. Entrance Free. From lenganed at gibs.co.za Tue Nov 11 08:32:24 2008 From: lenganed at gibs.co.za (GIBS) Date: Tue Nov 11 09:09:19 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Inaugural Social Entrepreneurship Fair Message-ID: <491926F8.1030109@gibs.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Inaugural Social Entrepreneurship Fair, hosted by the Colloquium for Social Entrepreneurs @ GIBS Inaugural Social Entrepreneurs' Fair, hosted by the Colloquium for Social Entrepreneurs @ the Gordon Institute of Business Science on the evening of the 20th of November 2008 from 18:00 -21:00. The Social Entrepreneurs' Fair will provide a platform for Social Entrepreneurial Stakeholders to interact as well as allow us, the CSE to thank our valued stakeholders' for the inspiration they have provided over the past years. Some 40 Social Enterprises will be on hand to display their work and as a committed supporter, we are keen for you to join us. Date: 20 November 2008 Time: 18:00 - 21:00 Venue: GIBS New Foyer (Directions will be emailed upon request) RSVP: Dineo Lengane 17 November 2008 lenganed@gibs.co.za 011 771 4249 Please note that we will offer drinks on arrival from 17:30 - 18:30, thereafter we will have an open bar. This event is a cocktail dinner event. From admin at dopstop.org.za Tue Nov 11 10:41:18 2008 From: admin at dopstop.org.za (DOPSTOP) Date: Tue Nov 11 11:03:50 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] DOPSTOP: Director Vacancy Message-ID: <4919452E.9080108@dopstop.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS DOPSTOP is a Stellenbosch-based NGO. Our goal is to create sustainable and healthy rural communities with a commitment to addressing the legacy of the dop system, alcohol abuse and foetal alcohol syndrome among farm workers and their families. DOPSTOP is seeking to fill the following position: Director This position is responsible for providing DOPSTOP with the necessary leadership to achieve its objectives. As such, it requires experience in and knowledge of: * The agricultural sector and rural / community development * Proven project and organisational / staff management * Strong strategic planning * Fundraising and Financial Management * Advocacy and lobbying * Policy and legislative engagement * Rights based / social justice approaches Primary competencies * Provide strategic leadership and direction to the organisation * Raise funds through identifying funders, writing funding proposals and liaising with funders * Profile the work of DOPSTOP and actively participate in strategic partnerships and networks * Provide leadership that contributes to the development of the organisation and the staff Requirements: * An appropriate tertiary qualification * At least 3 years? management and leadership experience * Demonstrable organisational skills and ability to provide leadership to a team * Familiarity with the funding environment * Strong communication skills (written and verbal) * English and Xhosa/ Afrikaans language proficiency * Computer literacy * Valid driver?s license Remuneration dependant on experience. DOPSTOP gives preference to Black Women candidates. Relocation costs cannot be covered by the organisation. Suitable candidates should send a letter of application, CV and 3 contactable references to: DOPSTOP Board, c/o Shulene Hendrikse at admin@dopstop.org.za or (021) 883 8780. Please note that only short ? listed candidates will be contacted. Closing Date: 14 November 2008 From aadams at grassrootsoccer.org Tue Nov 11 11:10:05 2008 From: aadams at grassrootsoccer.org (Grassroot Soccer) Date: Tue Nov 11 11:18:15 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Grassroot Soccer: Program Manager Vacancy Message-ID: <20081111090436.23B79138C4A@mail.zone.sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Using the power of soccer in the fight against AIDS, Grassroot Soccer provides African youth with the knowledge, skills and support to live HIV free. GRS invites applications form suitable qualified candidates for the position of Program Manager, to be based in Lusaka, Zambia. This position will be report to the International Programs Manager based in Cape Town. The Zambia Program Manager will be responsible for: * Overseeing Grassroot Soccer?s field programs throughout the country * Overseeing in-country staff (approximately 5 local Program Assistants, 3 American Field Interns and more than 125 Volunteer Coaches) * Understanding and managing contractual obligations, and ensuring deliverables are met * Budgetary and financial management for all programs * Managing community-relations activities on behalf of Grassroot Soccer Zambia * Working with GRS?s Business Development team to secure future funding Requirements: * At least 3-5 years working experience for developmental organizations, preferably in HIV prevention * University degree strongly encouraged, advance degree not necessary * Excellent interpersonal and teambuilding skills * Proven ability to work with drive and enthusiasm and to function in a team-oriented environment * Ability to interact professionally with diverse groups * Excellent organisational, oral, and written communication skills * Ability to work comfortably in a fluid environment with multiple projects and deadlines * Understanding of public health issues and international experience desirable but not essential * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software Closing date for applications: 26 November 2008 Interested candidates please submit a CV, letter of motivation and details of 3 contactable referees to:aadams@grassrootsoccer.org From prodder at sangonet.org.za Tue Nov 11 12:46:36 2008 From: prodder at sangonet.org.za (SANGONeT) Date: Tue Nov 11 13:06:25 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Prodder NGO Directory - Please Review and Update Your Details Message-ID: <4919628C.8010700@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Prodder is the most comprehensive directory about NGOs and development organisations in South Africa. SANGONeT would like to encourage NGOs and development organisations to review their entries at - www.prodder.org.za - and forward us information about any changes and corrections that need to be made. If you are not yet listed in Prodder, complete the Prodder Input Sheet which is available on the Prodder website. Please forward your comments and contributions to - prodder@sangonet.org.za . Any comments about the features, information categories and other issues relating to the Prodder website would also be appreciated. Copies of the 2008 Prodder directory in book format are still available from SANGONeT?s office in Braamfontein. To order your copy of "Prodder - NGOs and Development in South Africa 2008", please refer to the information about the book on - www.prodder.org.za - or send an e-mail to nomsa@sangonet.org.za , specifying your interest to order the book (R350 VAT inclusive, plus R35 postage). From busisiwe at cge.org.za Wed Nov 12 13:27:24 2008 From: busisiwe at cge.org.za (CGE) Date: Wed Nov 12 14:03:52 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] CGE: Call for Proposals Message-ID: <491ABD9C.3040504@cge.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Call for Proposals from Materials Developers: The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) is an independent Chapter Nine Institution with the mandate to entrench constitutional democracy in South Africa. The CGE is committed to creating a society free from discrimination and any other form of oppression. The CGE has recently finalised a strategic framework which will guide all programmatic interventions over the next 5 years. The shift to a new strategy has necessitated that existing materials be revised and/or that new materials be developed. Materials will be used either as part of a resource pact to guide intervention efforts of the CGE Education Officers, or as information handouts for the general public, The CGE seeks to engage the services of a suitably qualified consultant (independent contractor, or could be part of an established firm). Prospective consultants will need to submit a proposal for the CGE?s Project Manager?s consideration based on the Terms of Reference which can be downloaded from the CGE website: www.cge.org.za The Consultants proposal should include the following: - Comments on TOR which will be available on request;- Consultant?s approach to achieve the project objectives; - Implementation plan outline; - CV's of proposed personnel to perform the services, with relevant experience indicated, and examples of relevant work; - Consultant?s quality assurance plan - Proposed fees including modality of payment. Payment shall be limited to the consultant Fees. Working time allowed and daily rates must be quoted. There will be no additional expenses paid as all other items, such as copying or translation, must be included as lump-sum values. The total cost for this process (including VAT) will not exceed R160 000.00 Proposals must be forwarded electronically to busisiwe@cge.org.za, or posted or hand-delivered (organizational address). The deadline for all submissions is the COB on the 25 November 2008. Proposals must be addressed to the Ms. Joan de Klerk, Senior education Specialist, Public Education and Information Department. From gmdcresearch at genderlinks.org.za Wed Nov 12 15:55:45 2008 From: gmdcresearch at genderlinks.org.za (Genderlinks) Date: Wed Nov 12 16:16:59 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Invitation to Cyber dialogue: Funding for women in the media Message-ID: <491AE061.2010303@genderlinks.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS You are invited to express your views, to inspire others with your insights, to share your successes, and voice your frustrations! Women?s media is an integral and evocative part of the struggle for women?s human rights and yet it is under-funded and under-utilised. Share your views on why this is so and how we can change the situation for the better. Join the Gender and Media Diversity Centre and GEMSA in a cyber dialogue that extends in real time the wiki collaboration began earlier in November to discuss financing for gender equality. The dialogue coincides with the AWID conference in Cape Town that brings together women?s rights activists from across the globe. Several gender, media and IT activists are expected to join in the chat from across the globe, with GEMSA chapters in all the Southern African countries ensuring a robust regional participation. Date: Friday 14 November Time: 14:00 ? 15:00 South African time How to log on: To join and make you voice heard follow the instructions below: Click here to visit the cyber dialogues webpage on the GL website. Click on the link to ?Gender Links Chat?. If you have never registered before, click on the register button. You will be given a form to fill in asking for your name, a login name and a password. The login will be the name that appears when you enter the chat room. You will receive a confirmation to your email address, but you can use the login and password as soon as you have submitted the form. If you have registered before use your login and password to enter. If you have forgotten your password, click on the button and it will be sent to your email address. Choose whether you would like to join the English or French chat room. For those who don?t have access, prefer to be with others or both: Please join us at the Gender Links office situated at 9 Derrick Avenue, Cyrildene, Johannesburg for a light lunch beginning at 13:30. You may meet the others online from our computers at the office. If you wish to attend the lunch please RSVP gmdcresearch@genderlinks.org.za by Wednesday 12 November. Questions to be debated during the dialogue include: * What is women?s media? * In what ways is women?s media particularly relevant in the fight for gender equality? * In what ways is a human rights perspective relevant to women?s media work? * Is lack of funding keeping women out of media work? * What funding modalities are appropriate to women in the media? The outputs from the chat will be added to the collaborative paper and used to advocate for funding to ensure that own, and participate effectively in, the media. Make your voice count!! Join in the chat!! From simone.shall at gmail.com Mon Nov 17 12:09:28 2008 From: simone.shall at gmail.com (Gender Links) Date: Mon Nov 17 12:13:59 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Gender Links: Website content management system tender Message-ID: <492142D8.4030408@gmail.com> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Website content management system tender; submissions due by Friday 28 November Competent service providers are invited to submit tenders for the provision of a content management system for three related websites of organisations that do research, training and advocacy work on gender in the Southern African region. All tenders must be submitted by hand or by courier in sealed envelopes to the Gender Links office at 9 Derrick Avenue, Cyrildene 2198 by 11 am on Friday 28 November 2008. Late entries will not be considered. Those who meet the criteria must be prepared to make presentations at the GL offices in Johannesburg on the morning of Thursday 4 December 2008. Further information is attached. More information on the three entities can be obtained on http://www.genderlinks.org.za/page.php?p_id=470; http://www.gemsa.org.za/page.php?p_id=391; and www.gmdc.org.za or by contacting simone.shall@gmail.com . All queries must be in writing. From direct at onthedot.co.za Mon Nov 17 12:28:04 2008 From: direct at onthedot.co.za (Van Schaik Publishers) Date: Mon Nov 17 12:32:04 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] New titles from Van Schaik Publishers Message-ID: <20081117102236.9C33F768034@mail.zone.sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS New titles from Van Schaik Publishers Home/community-based care MD Peu (Editor) 176 pages 2008 ISBN: 978 0 627 02564 8 R199.95 Home/community-based care discusses the roles and responsibilities of community caregivers as members of multidisciplinary health care teams, and the importance of community participation and involvement. It presents a historical perspective, various models and theories, and strategies for effective clinical management. Scenarios and self-evaluation questions are provided. The development change agent F Theron (Editor) 311 pages 2008 ISBN: 978 0 627 02729 1 R289.95 The development change agent -- a micro-level approach to development contextualises the development change agent at grassroots through his or her relationship with the local beneficiaries of development. Popular but contentious development concepts and approaches like holism, a people-centered approach, capacity building, empowerment and participation are explained and applied, and approaches relevant to social capital, indigenous knowledge systems and action research methodology are introduced. Community-driven projects: Reflections on a success story J Phahlamohlaka (Editor) 222 pages 2008 ISBN: 978 0 627 02730 7 R155.95 Community-driven projects: reflections on a success story tells the remarkable tale of an African community empowering itself with education and ICT. The Siyabuswa Educational Improvement and Development Trust (SEIDET), the product of a local initiative in South Africa?s Mpumalanga province, was initially conceived to remedy the shortcomings of science education at the local schools, but grew into a vibrant effort which continues to provide teenagers and adults with vital skills for participating in the modern economy. Participatory development in South Africa Second edition I Davids, F Theron & KJ Maphunye ISBN: 978 0 627 02760 4 R299.95 (tbc) Publication date: 19 December 2008 (tbc) Authentic, sustainable grass-roots transformation and development is not possible without public participation, social learning and empowerment. Participatory development addresses the practical reality of the development consultant, government change agent, politician and policy maker. Departing from a humanist and people-centred perspective, it captures the fundamentals upon which most development theory, policy, programmes/projects and practices are based, namely cooperation, participatory planning and public participation. Introduction to research in management-related fields Second edition PA Brynard & SX Hanekom 89 pages 2006 ISBN: 978 0 627 02639 3 R119.95 Introduction to research in management-related fields is designed to provide an introduction to research methodology, as well as offer much-needed assistance to students and practitioners in the management sciences, who are often confronted with problems pertaining to the writing and successful completion of a research report, dissertation or thesis. This book is a valuable resource, especially in light of the new emphasis on research in higher education. For more information about these or any other Van Schaik Publishers? titles, please visit our website at http://www.vanschaiknet.com To purchase a Van Schaik Publishers title: Go to your nearest academic bookstore Buy online at http://www.kalahari.net Contact On the Dot at direct@onthedot.co.za or phone 0861 668 368 From info at sangonet.org.za Thu Nov 20 16:12:00 2008 From: info at sangonet.org.za (SANGONeT) Date: Thu Nov 20 16:16:17 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] SANGONeT Vacancy - Youth Employability Project Coordinator Message-ID: <49257030.7050206@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Southern African NGO Network (SANGONeT) is recruiting a Coordinator for a new Youth Employability Project which will start in early 2009. SANGONeT has been contracted by a major international NGO to implement a pilot project aimed at unemployed graduates in Johannesburg to help prepare them for positive futures and enable them to gain the skills needed to secure quality employment or self-employment. This employability learning project will include a core curriculum focusing on a broad mix of competencies, including information and communication technology (ICT), problem-solving, critical thinking, planning, communication, entrepreneurship, etc. The learning project will last 6-9 months with two 3-4 hour sessions per day. Participants will be unemployed graduates from the Johannesburg area. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing and coordinating all activities related to the implementation of this project. To view the duties and responsibilities of this position, as well as the experience and skills required, refer to: http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/sangonet-coordinator-youth-employability-project A competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with skills and experience. This is a 12-month contract with the option to renew it at the end of the contract period. SANGONeT offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a stable and stimulating work environment. Deadline for applications: 5 December 2008. Please e-mail your application letter, curriculum vitae and supporting documents to - info@sangonet.org.za. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. If you have not received any feedback from us by 31 December 2008 you should regard your application as unsuccessful. From maureen.mosselsohn at nhls.ac.za Fri Nov 21 11:31:10 2008 From: maureen.mosselsohn at nhls.ac.za (Centre for Health Policy) Date: Fri Nov 21 11:52:50 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] CHP: Senior Office Manager Vacancy Message-ID: <20081121093145.4E57A330564@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Centre for Health Policy (CHP) is an established health policy and health system research unit based in the School of Public Health at the University of the Witwatersrand. In addition to multi-disciplinary research, CHP is involved in policy engagement, post-graduate teaching, capacity development and networking. CHP receives funding from a range of national and international donors. CHP is recruiting two new administrative staff members to support our activities. SENIOR OFFICE MANAGER We want to employ an office manager to head our Finance and Admin team. We are looking for a skilled, dynamic, problem-solving administrator who is looking for a new challenge and wants to be part of growing CHP by ensuring that the organisation is run effectively and efficiently. Key tasks of the job include providing strategic leadership; serving on the management committee; leading human resource and financial management; managing the admin team; providing support to researchers; and overseeing grant management activities. Requirements: We are looking for someone with at least 5 years relevant work experience including writing budgets, grant management, human resource management and financial management. The person needs to have good interpersonal and leadership skills; strong analytical skills; good written and verbal communication skills; advanced knowledge of Excel and an accounting software package such as Pastel. Experience with Oracle and the Wits University finance systems, a drivers license, and a B.Com in finance, accounting or administration would be an advantage. RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (PART-TIME) We also want to employ a Communications Officer to work one day a week at CHP. The person will be expected to develop and implement a research communication strategy for CHP; identify target communication audiences; develop website materials; produce dissemination materials such as briefing notes; and work with researchers to increase communication effectiveness. Requirements: Applicants must have strong all round communication skills especially writing and editing. They must be able to analyse, summarise and communicate academic material. They must also be able to work as part of a team in an environment that involves prioritisation, multi-tasking and strategic thinking. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise and communicate with staff, journalists and policy makers at all levels, are also required. Knowledge of health system research and the South African health system would be an advantage. Enquiries: Dr Duane Blaauw, Tel: 011-242-9903, Cell: 082-295-7377, E-mail: mailto:duane.blaauw@wits.ac.za Ms Gertrude Masemola, Tel: 011-242-9918, E-mail: gertrude.masemola@wits.ac.za TO APPLY: Submit a covering letter; detailed CV with names, addresses and contact details of 3 referees; certified copies of qualifications, transcripts and identity documents to: Ms Susan Macala, Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, 7 York Road, Parktown, 2193 E-mail: susan.macala@wits.ac.za Tel: 011-717-2752 Closing Date: 28 November 2008 Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their application within one month from the closing date may regard their application as having been unsuccessful. The University reserves the right to verify qualifications and credit standing. Committed to excellence and equity From lisa at actionappointments.co.za Tue Nov 25 14:24:49 2008 From: lisa at actionappointments.co.za (Action Appointments) Date: Tue Nov 25 14:28:51 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Children's Rights Centre: Programme Manager Vacancy Message-ID: <492BEE91.4010200@actionappointments.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Children's Rights Centre (CRC) is a non-profit organisation based in Durban that strives to transform South Africa through its vision of a child-friendly society. The CRC seeks to appoint a Programme Manager to ensure that CRC programmes and projects are managed well with maximum impact. Key responsibilities will include: design and management of CRC programmes and programme staff; facilitation of strategic interventions in the sector; funding and donor management; monitoring and evaluation; keeping abreast of developments within the field of children?s rights. Applicants must have a university degree or equivalent in a relevant field and several years of experience in senior programme management in a development related organisation. Experience in strategic and people management is essential, and knowledge of and experience within the field of Children?s Rights and/or Human Rights is highly desirable. Strong skills in donor relationships, finance and budget development are essential, as are skills in project management, planning and communication. (Salary range: R16,400 ? R19,700 dependent on experience and excluding benefits) Only CVs accompanied by a letter of motivation will be considered. Closing date for applications is Friday 29th November 2008 Send to: ACTION APPOINTMENTS lisa@actionappointments.co.za From myvoice at forum.org.za Tue Dec 2 18:06:55 2008 From: myvoice at forum.org.za (The Forum) Date: Tue Dec 2 18:12:06 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] The Forum: Policy Focus News Message-ID: <20081202160740.F281F33024F@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Forum - Policy Focus News How will the NGO sector cope in the New Year? In the words of a soccer player friend of mine, a lot of debate is going on in Mzansi about how "the ANC will cope with the terror of Lekota." Indeed this conversation will keep on going for a while yet and the elections next year will probably be the most vital test of our teenage democracy. The civil society sector needs to be asking itself similar questions about what the shifting political landscape will bring in terms of the relationship with government. The policy making process in Mzansi shifted from a widely consulted approach to a widely despised government process, owned by politicians and dispensed to the people. A few window-dressing style, consultative exercises were held with compliant and sympathetic NGOs who ensured that the government line was adequately rubber-stamped. For more information, go to: http://www.forum.org.za/index.php?option=com_letterman&task=view&Itemid=150& id=19 The National Welfare Forum Invites applications for the position of, Policy Specialist The job function of this position is to ensure the development and maintenance of internal and external policy positions on social welfare and development issues that affect the stakeholders of The Forum. Essential Requirements * A post graduate qualification in policy development or a related field * At least 2 years of work experience in a similar position * Excellent verbal and written communication skills across a range of audiences * Excellent research skills, with some relevant research experience * A progressive understanding of the development landscape in South Africa * Proficiency in MS Office, a valid driver's licence and own transport To read more and apply for this job, to go: http://www.forum.org.za/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=498&Itemid =150 Policy Engagement Toolkit (http://www.forum.org.za/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=495&Itemi d=166) Early in 2009, we will be starting off with a countrywide learning programme on the policy making process. We would like you to get a head start in this process by downloading the free toolkit here (http://www.forum.org.za/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=495&Itemi d=166). If you like what you see in the toolkit and want to learn more, let us know and if you get enough people together, we will come to you and run a workshop with you on how to make the best use of the information in the toolkit. Please send your details for workshops to myvoice@forum.org.za or fax us on 011 403 1879. You can find more information on the National Welfare Forum at www.forum.org.za From info at music-therapy.co.za Wed Dec 3 08:36:27 2008 From: info at music-therapy.co.za (MTCC) Date: Wed Dec 3 09:25:31 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Operational Manager Vacancy Message-ID: <493628EB.1090603@music-therapy.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS OPERATIONAL MANAGER: Music Therapy Community Clinic (MTCC) The Music Therapy Community Clinic is a vibrant non-profit organisation that provides music therapy services to disadvantage communities within the Cape Town area. We believe that Music is a social resource that can heal and strengthen communities as well as individuals. Our vision is to use active music-making to have an impact on the psychosocial fabric of the communities in which we work. The MTCC invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Operational Manager. Remuneration is dependant on experience and qualifications. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative person whose leadership will enhance the development of the organisation. Responsibilities: - Be involved with the organisational visioning, development and implementation of the MTCC?s strategic plan - Contribute to beneficiary needs assessments, development of service provision and networking with relevant community stakeholders - Maintain existing funder relations and enhance the MTCC?s current funder base - Manage operations including finances, human resources and administration. Requirements: - An appropriate tertiary qualification - At least 3 years? senior management and leadership experience - Familiarity with NGO and funding environment - Excellent communication and report writing skills - Team dynamics and people management skills Please send a CV including current salary level, motivational covering letter and the contact details of three references to info@music-therapy.co.za by 05 December 2008. From SAjobs at grassrootsoccer.org Wed Dec 3 08:40:14 2008 From: SAjobs at grassrootsoccer.org (GRS) Date: Wed Dec 3 09:34:28 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Master Facilitator Vacancy Message-ID: <493629CE.3060006@grassrootsoccer.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Master Facilitator Various locations in South Africa Grassroot Soccer (GRS) is seeking an experienced facilitator, educator, and advocate to serve as an organisational/human capacity-building resource. A Master Facilitator conducts training courses, contributes to curriculum development, and provides ongoing technical assistance. Typically, a Master Facilitator will train 10-20 coaches across 5-10 Programme sites, requiring extensive travel. A Master Facilitator will collaborate with the Programme and Curriculum Development teams to continually improve training design, delivery and content. Responsibilities: Programme Design and Delivery ? Plan, deliver, and manage multi-day Training of Trainers (ToT) courses across Southern Africa and selected countries on the continent. ? Coordinate efforts with Programme and Curriculum Development teams to develop and structure new training Programmes. ? Evaluate the delivery of GRS interventions, provide constructive feedback to coaches, and build improvements/enhancements into Programme structure and content. ? Facilitate and report on evaluation focus group discussions with GRS coaches, participants, and community activists. ? Maintain relationships with implementing partners and community change agents about Programme development and sustainability. Programme Support and Technical Assistance ? Perform intervention site visits of GRS coaches to monitor intervention delivery, provide supplementary training as needed, and audit data collection practices. ? Work with Programme staff to develop site-specific Programme implementation plans. ? Assist coaches with delivery of the initial interventions following GRS training. ? Develop and maintain GRS coach files to recognize training needs and to identify potential future Master Facilitatores. ? Document capacity-building best practices that will inform the expansion and enhancement of GRS curriculum. This will include conducting qualitative evaluations and preparing assessments/reports of capacity-building activities. ? Maintain frequent communication with the Curriculum Development and Programme teams to understand Programme needs, contribute to curriculum changes, and share curriculum/Programme innovations with GRS coaches and implementing partners. Requirements: ? 3-5 Years experience as a facilitator in a training capacity ? Tertiary education required (degree preferred) ? Excellent written and verbal communication and relational skills, especially in a cross-cultural environment ? Ability to analyze and solve problems, persuade, network and negotiate ? Oral and written fluency in English required, other languages preferred ? Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, effectively managing multiple priorities ? Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite ? Demonstrable skills in network building ? Availability for regular international and domestic travel Advantages: ? Prior work in an NGO or humanitarian organisation preferred ? Understanding of public health issues and international experience preferred The tasks listed above are not inclusive of all duties but does comprise the essential job functions. Grassroot Soccer reserves the right to change and update job descriptions at any time it deems necessary. How to apply: * Please send your CV with three contactable references and a letter of motivation to Abeedah Adams by e-mail to SAjobs@grassrootsoccer.org. Closing date for all applications is 15 December 2008. Please mark email subject line as Master Facilitator. For more information call Abeedah Adams at 021 425 3257. ONLY SHORT LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED From anina at educationafrica.org Wed Dec 3 08:54:57 2008 From: anina at educationafrica.org (ECD) Date: Wed Dec 3 09:42:07 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Outreach Practitioner Vacancy Message-ID: <49362D41.4000700@educationafrica.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Education Africa ECD Outreach Practitioner Job Description Masibambane College is an Anglican Diocesan school initiated and supported by Education Africa and St John?s College. From Education Africa and Masibambane College the ECD Practitioner will be required to implement training workshops and follow-up support to the educators, staff and caregivers from our Social Architecture facilities and to other similar centres that will be identified. In addition the Education Africa ECD practitioner will also impart training and follow-up support to Masibambane College preschool educators and support the aftercare facility for Aids Orphans and vulnerable children at Masibambane College. The ECD practitioner will help make these facilities run as effectively as possible, and ensure that they are being maintained. This therefore will offer optimal care and education to the vulnerable children they serve. The ECD practitioner will also assist in the running of workshops for other cr?ches/day care/preschool centres in and around Orange Farm and other areas as identified from time to time. Minimum Education and Experience Required * Minimum requirement is a degree in Early Childhood Development/ Education / Psychology * Experience working in Informal Settlements or Rural areas doing community development and/ or outreach projects would be an advantage. * Understanding of what is needed to facilitate optimal early childhood development in under resourced nursery school. * Understanding of the stressors and needs faced by teachers teaching in under resourced areas. Personal attributes * Innovative and independent worker that is able to take initiative in projects relating to Early Childhood Development * Must be willing to drive to remote areas and enjoy working in informal settlements and rural areas * Sensitivity to working within systems * Intrinsically motivated and committed to be an agent of change Skills competency * Able to workshop in a manner that is engaging, creative and experiential * Able to write educational material geared to meet diverse needs in various informal settlements and nursery schools * Able to work in a multi-lingual and multi-generational environment * Able to train teachers of various linguistic levels and educational training * A driver?s licence is essential as there will be a lot of travel between Education Africa, Masibambane College, other project areas and business. For this purpose a car will be supplied * Need to be available to travel to other provinces and work on weekends from time to time. * The ECD Practitioner will report to the Education Africa executives and will need to be able to work as a team member with all Education Africa staff. Duties and Responsible for * Meet with representatives from these cr?ches/day care/ preschools centres to run skills improvement workshops for them; (including curricula development; educational games, administration and management skills and so on). * Monitor the representatives on continued bases who have received training at their facility as well as to observe and assist them to implement the skills they have learnt during workshops * Working with business to support these centres and particularly the Education Africa donor who will be supporting this initiative. * Supply written reports on activities and specific project reports. * Write proposals to companies for further support in this project area. * Should be available to support other Education Africa projects from time to time. Work and liaise with companies that support and to bring on companies that show interest in supporting these centres . * Work with local and international universities to support our social architecture programme and further projects, where necessary. Work with local government that these centres fall under. * The centre?s aim will be to develop access to preschools where ideas and resources can be shared and skills transferred. Benefits and Remuneration * R 12 000 before tax * Vehicle, inclusive of fuel and servicing From benson at ukzn.ac.za Wed Dec 3 09:53:36 2008 From: benson at ukzn.ac.za (CASME) Date: Wed Dec 3 09:58:28 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] CASME: Physical Science Facilitator Vacancy Message-ID: <20081203074811.C3A83768045@mail.zone.sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Centre for the Advancement of Science and Mathematics Education (CASME) Physical Science Facilitator CASME is a well-established, leading NGO working in the field of mathematics and science education development. The centre is an independent affiliate unit of the School of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. CASME seeks to fill the above position of Physical Science Facilitator, to be based at its offices on the Edgewood Campus in Pinetown, starting February 2009. Minimum Requirements: * Honours/Masters degree in education * Thorough knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum Statements for Physical Science * Driver?s licence and own car as this position requires extensive travelling. Description: The position entails development of teaching and learning training materials, facilitating workshops for educators, and provision of school-based support to teachers and learners of physical science. The facilitator will be required to co-ordinate project activities. Other: Required to work well both as part of a dynamic, diverse team and independently. The position requires a dedicated individual who should be a progressive, innovative educationalist with a strong desire to assist educators and learners in under-served communities. An advantage will be the ability to work at both GET and FET levels and within the Mathematics learning area, although this is not a requirement. A fully inclusive package, negotiable depending on qualifications and experience, is offered on a 1-year contract basis with the possibility of renewal. Please submit a one-page covering letter and your CV with at least two contactable references to: benson@ukzn.ac.za by 12 December 2008 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. CASME reserves the right not to fill this position. From info at stanfordvalley.co.za Wed Dec 3 09:56:47 2008 From: info at stanfordvalley.co.za (Stanford Valley) Date: Wed Dec 3 09:58:51 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Stanford Valley: Conference Venue Message-ID: <20081203075123.26E76768045@mail.zone.sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Beautiful 4 star quality venue now offering itself at NGO rates STANFORD VALLEY GUEST FARM We are now offering our stunning 4 star meeting, workshop, conference venue at special NGO rates. We have restructured our business so we can welcome NGO's in this beautiful mountain retreat 1 ? hours from Cape Town. STANFORD VALLEY is near Hermanus. The setting of 440 hectares of fynbos, rolling hills, and several dams, surrounds the 18 large en suite double bedrooms with a beauty that is both breathtaking as well as tranquil. Designed with the guest's utmost comfort in mind, we welcome you to come and stay with us. Each room has a sweeping view of the mountains, a private veranda and a secluded garden. With our large meeting room facilities, comfortable padded chairs and tables on wheels we can host your workshops, meetings, health retreats or any event where a quiet place, set apart, is conducive to work getting done. We offer The Barn to meet in and Ou Huis to dine in. You can bring your own caterer or we can point you to some excellent ones in Stanford who can come and cater and provide exactly according to your specific requirements. The facility can be one large room of 21m x 7m or two rooms 14m x 7m and 7m x 7m. Space for 30 delegates in a U-shape; 40 in Classroom style; 100 Cinema style We provide: - Fixed overhead Data Projector and screen; Flip charts; Big-screen TV, VCR & DVD player; Air-conditioning; Dimmable lighting and Blackout shutters. Our whole venue is an Internet hotspot. From R245 bed only sharing, a full 24 hour conference package could be from R495 per person depending on meals required. So much to see and do in the area: for the energetic there are quad bikes for hire, hiking trails, shark cave diving, wine, beer and cheese tastings, a sunset cruise and much more. Or just relax! Please contact us and ask for a quote as we would love to host you.Contact: 072 198-0862 info@stanfordvalley.co.za From media at islamic-relief.co.za Thu Dec 4 11:11:37 2008 From: media at islamic-relief.co.za (Islamic Relief South Africa) Date: Thu Dec 4 11:30:22 2008 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Islamic Relief: Media and Marketing Vacancy Message-ID: <49379EC9.2050604@islamic-relief.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Job Title: Media and Marketing Base Location: Johannesburg Job Purpose: Send appeals to donors, the public and liaise with the media Key roles/responsibilities: Media - Write news stories about Islamic Relief projects and events. - Issue press statements on development issues. - Maintain a database of national and global media contacts. - Participate in media events. - Conduct radio interviews during times of emergencies. - Publish and produce information to the IRSA website. - Perform photography and video tasks. - Maintain a backup system for computer data. - Assist with the production of a quarterly magazine. - Develop electronic new media applications, eg. facebook, you tube, e-brochures. Marketing - Maintain the automatic fax system (Winfax). - Send text messages to inform the public about programmes or appeals. - Assist in recruiting volunteers. - Assist in organizing events such as World Refugee Day, Walk for Hunger, etc. - Produce pamphlets and posters proactively and as required. - Assist in producing adverts for print, radio and television. - Promote the ?SMS Orphan? campaign on different media types. - Manage the Giftworks fundraising software. - Assist in co-ordinating fundraising events. Person specification Essential: Experience: Working in a media, marketing and/or NGO environment. Skills: Good written and verbal communication; knowledge of IT systems; design, layout and editing. Personal strengths: Mature; work under pressure; team spirit Desirable: Experience: Working with all types of digital media. Skills: Online Editing and Publishing. Qualifications: University degree in Journalism, Media Studies or Marketing. Salary: Negotiable To apply, send a covering letter and short CV (no certificates) to: The Manager Islamic Relief South Africa PO Box 42811 Fordsburg, 2033 You may also apply by fax to (011) 836 1055, or by email to media@islamic-relief.co.za, or hand deliver to 57 Mint Road, Fordsburg, Johannesburg. Closing date: 15 January 2009 Reference: Media/Marketing