From info at usb-ed.com Wed Apr 1 11:39:58 2009 From: info at usb-ed.com (USB-ED) Date: Wed Apr 1 14:34:04 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] USB-ED: Management Programme for NPOs Message-ID: <49D3366E.3060909@usb-ed.com> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Management Programme for NPOs In order to be sustainable, NPOs must be managed effectively and have the ability to attract, secure and retain funding, and apply sound management principles and good governance to enable effective delivery to their clients. USB-ED once again presents this programme to develop the management skills of NPO managers. Initiated ten years ago by USB MBA graduates as a corporate social initiative, this programme aims to promote social development in South Africa by enhancing managerial effectiveness, service delivery and good governance through affordable management education to the NPO sector. Learning Outcomes After completion of the programme, the participant should be able to: * draw up a project proposal integrating all the disciplines taught in the programme to demonstrate an understanding of their interrelationship * write a fundraising strategy for his/her NPO * understand the suitable legal entity for his/her NPO * read and understand financial statements to determine the financial health of the NPO * apply leadership skills and hence better utilise human capital * understand environmental scanning and strategic planning applicable to the NPO industry to improve business planning. Target Group The programme is targeted at current and potential managers of NPOs who have no formal qualifications in management. The participants are substantially subsidised, and should be able to prove that they work in the non-profit sector with a community benefit mandate. Venue and Date USB, Bellville 11 - 15 May 2009 For further detailed information on this programme please click here. You are also welcome to contact: Marieke: +27 (0)21 918 4344 Charmaine: +27 (0)21 918 4488 www.usb-ed.com From guystubbs at mweb.co.za Wed Apr 15 09:51:35 2009 From: guystubbs at mweb.co.za (Guy Stubbs) Date: Wed Apr 15 10:28:21 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Guy Stubbs: NGO Special Message-ID: <49E59207.2070307@mweb.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Guy Stubbs: NGO Special Guy Stubbs is a social development photographer whose photography has contributed over R1 billion worth of development funding. His photography is used for three primary purposes: [1] to help raise funds for development projects, [2] to show donors how funds have been used and [3] to transfer knowledge between beneficiaries. Visit: www.guystubbs.co.za to search for and download NGO photographs. (A subscription of 50 photographs downloadable over a year will cost R7 500 (VAT Excl)). The photographs can be downloaded at any time of the year from a selection of 80 000 images. Guy Stubbs is looking for an investor to initiate the Images of Hope web-based photographic platform where other social development photographers can upload their photographs to make them globally available to the development sector. For more information: Contact Person: Guy Stubbs Mobile: 082 454 1028 Email: guystubbs@mweb.co.za From corejhb at mail.ngo.za Wed Apr 15 15:09:56 2009 From: corejhb at mail.ngo.za (CORE) Date: Wed Apr 15 16:08:08 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] CORE: Call for Materials Message-ID: <49E5DCA4.2040906@mail.ngo.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Co-operative for Research and Education has provided information, capacity building, election management and research services for 20 years to South and Southern African civil society and community based organisations. The Co-operative for Research and Education ? (CORE) has been commissioned to produce a directory of training and toolkits on the following topics: * Advocacy * Fundraising * Governance * Information and knowledge sharing * Monitoring and Evaluation * Networking, Communication and Marketing * Water, Sanitation and Health Should you have such materials, please provide the following details to us at soon as possible: Organisation: (full name) Contact details of Director?s Name: Telephone, Fax, E-mail address Available training: e.g. Board Governance Cost of training: R500/person or R4 000/day Available Toolkits: e.g. Advocacy Available source: Website: www.advocacy.co.za All responses by e-mail should be sent to corejhb@mail.ngo.za as soon as practicable for inclusion in the Directory. From info at sangonet.org.za Fri Apr 17 09:11:14 2009 From: info at sangonet.org.za (SANGONeT) Date: Fri Apr 17 09:24:38 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Call for a Comprehensive National Broadband Strategy for South Africa Message-ID: <49E82B92.5060203@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS All South Africans should have affordable broadband access to the Internet Call for a Comprehensive National Broadband Strategy for South Africa www.broadband4africa.org.za The South African National Broadband Forum invites everyone who believes that affordable broadband access is a national priority to express their support for the development and implementation of a comprehensive National Broadband Strategy for South Africa. A draft framework has been developed with input from multiple stakeholders at a workshop held on 24 March 2009 in Johannesburg. We believe that this framework can serve as a basis for building consensus on a comprehensive national broadband strategy. Goal: All South Africans should have affordable broadband access to the Internet. Objectives * Maximise fibre and wireless broadband infrastructure in urban and rural areas in an equitable and environmentally responsible manner. * Stimulate the creation of digital broadband content by content providers and citizens. * Enhance e-governance and e-citizenship. * Accelerate the adoption and use of technology for learning and teaching. Indicators of progress By 2014 South Africa will: * have broadband access in every town and village * have the cheapest broadband access on the continent, and * be number one in terms of broadband penetration on the continent. Process Please read and endorse the full framework at www.broadband4africa.org.za. We will present the framework to the new government elected on 22 April 2009 and propose that it be used as a basis for building consensus between all stakeholders on a comprehensive national broadband strategy for South Africa. The South African National Broadband Forum is an initiative of four organisations which share the goal of cheaper and affordable Internet access for South Africa: Association for Progressive Communications (APC), SANGONeT, the Shuttleworth Foundation and South Africa Connect. For more information, contact Melody Emmett at memmett@apc.org. From programme.officer at joburg.msf.org Mon Apr 20 09:39:41 2009 From: programme.officer at joburg.msf.org (Medecins Sans Frontieres) Date: Mon Apr 20 09:52:12 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Diploma in Humanitarian Assistance - Launch Night Message-ID: <49EC26BD.2020404@joburg.msf.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Invitation to Launch of Diploma in Humanitarian Assistance (DHA) Africa You are warmly invited to attend the official launch evening of the Diploma in Humanitarian Assistance (DHA) Africa. The DHA is an innovative, multidisciplinary, intensive 6-week training programme in emergency relief and development The DHA-Africa launch includes a short presentation of the programme followed by a debate exploring ?What Makes a Humanitarian Crisis Forgotten??, highlighting the arbitrary way in which certain people experiencing conflict, disease and injustice across the continent are helped, while others are forgotten. Speakers: Justice Albie Sachs ? current Judge at the Constitutional Court Gavin Cawthra ? Professor of Security Studies, Wits P&DM Nic Dawes ? Chief Editor of the Mail & Guardian Dr. Eric Goemaere ? Medical Coordinator, MSF (Khayelitsha) Date & Time: Monday 20th April, 6pm Venue: Wits P&DM - The Graduate School Of Public and Development Management at The University Of The Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. Donald Gordon Auditorium, Donald Gordon Building, 2 St David's Place, Parktown Please feel free to extend this invitation to interested colleagues and friends ________________________________________ Announcing the Diploma in Humanitarian Assistance (Africa) July 20th ? August 28th 2009 The DHA is an innovative, multidisciplinary, intensive 6-week training programme in emergency relief and development. This new regional, six-week programme is offered in South Africa by The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, in association with The Graduate School Of Public & Development Management at The University Of The Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, and M?decins Sans Fronti?res. DHA Africa ? Objectives: ? To provide humanitarian workers with the awareness, understanding and skills essential for effective action as individuals and as members of a team. ? To identify and promote standards of good practice in humanitarian responses. ? To encourage cooperation and dialogue between governmental, non-governmental, national and international agencies involved in humanitarian action. ? To examine strategies for early warning and prevention of humanitarian crises. ? To create a more effective synergy between emergency humanitarian interventions and programmes promoting sustainable development. ? To address humanitarian priorities in Southern Africa and the wider continent of Africa. Designed and taught by experts from leading NGOs, International Organisations and Academic Institutions, this intensive, multi-disciplinary programme consists of core modules on key humanitarian issues plus a choice of specialist modules. For details please see: www.liv.ac.uk/lstm/dha_africa Applicants from Southern Africa are particularly welcome. We also welcome applicants from elsewhere in Africa and across the globe. We are establishing a fund for sponsorship of African students. Preference will be given to applicants who are co-sponsored by NGOs working in Africa. Ways for you and your organisation to get involved in this exciting new initiative: ? Apply to participate: DHA_Africa ? Circulate this email to colleagues, organisational networks, mailing lists and friends. ? Sponsor a participant from your organization or from a partner organization. ? Donate to the DHA Africa scholarship fund: Make a donation ? Make a difference! ? Download and display the DHA poster: DHA_Africa ? Put a link to the DHA home page on your organisation?s website: DHA_Africa ? Brief others about the DHA ? download a short presentation from DHA_Africa Further information and application forms are available at: www.liv.ac.uk/lstm/dha_africa Applications and enquiries: Eleanor Carr Email: e.carr@liv.ac.uk | Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, Pembroke Place, Liverpool L3 5QA, UK |Tel: + 44 (0)151 705 3359, Fax: +44 (0)151 705 3348 Bridget Steffen Diploma in Humanitarian Assistance (DHA) Course Coordinator ? Consultant | MSF South Africa Address: Medecins Sans Frontieres | 3rd Floor, Orion Building | 49 Jorissen St | Braamfontein | Joburg Mobile: +27 (0)7 13 51 94 65 Landline +27 (0)1 14 03 4440 Email: programme.officer@joburg.msf.org | bridget_steffen@yahoo.co.uk Website: www.liv.ac.uk/lstm/dha_africa From compasshr at mweb.co.za Mon Apr 20 12:46:02 2009 From: compasshr at mweb.co.za (KZN Society for the Blind) Date: Mon Apr 20 12:54:28 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] KZN Society for the Blind: Early Childhood Development Educator Message-ID: <49EC526A.20502@mweb.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Early Childhood Development Educator The KZN Society for the Blind seeks the services of a qualified Educator to provide pre-school instruction and care to visually impaired children. Applicants should have the relevant teaching degree or diploma and at least 2 years experience as an ECD Educator. Experience working with visually impaired children would be advantageous. Skills required include: the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Zulu, report writing skills, computer literacy and good knowledge of childcare, supervision, instruction and assessment of children. Qualified persons are invited to submit a brief FCV via email to Linda Smith at compasshr@mweb.co.za by 12.00 pm on Wednesday 22 April 2009. Persons with disabilities are invited to apply and only successful applicants will be contacted. From jobs at blacksash.org.za Tue Apr 21 08:53:35 2009 From: jobs at blacksash.org.za (Black Sash) Date: Tue Apr 21 08:59:45 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Black Sash: Various vacancies Message-ID: <49ED6D6F.3020604@blacksash.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS * Job title: Paralegal* More than fifty years after its founding the Black Sash is still serving the poor with integrity and courage. The trusted and long-established Black Sash advice offices give empowering advice. From these daily interactions with peoples seeking redress and relief, the Black Sash can with their characteristic rigour advocate for the laws and policies that will benefit the poor, that will enable them to realise the promise contained in our constitution that will make the rights promised them in our constitution a reality. Black Sash seeks to appoint a Paralegal for its office in Durban. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: * Conduct rights education (through workshops, materials and in the public media); * Give advice and take on case work; * Focus in the area of social and consumer protection and labour law; * Lobby local and provincial government and the private sector to ensure socio-economic rights and administrative justice. Job Specification: Education * Grade 12; * An accredited 2-year National Paralegal Diploma or relevant 3-year degree; * Driver's licence. Experience * 3 years casework management experience; * 3 years rights / adult education and / or community development work. Knowledge and Skills * Knowledge of the South African Constitution, Bill of Rights and International Human Rights Convention; * Updated knowledge of the laws and policies that govern social protection, local government and the delivery of basic services, consumer rights, labour rights, and PAJA and POATIA; * Ability to source relevant legislation, intepret and apply legal theory; * Knowledge and understanding of the 3 spheres of Government; * Casework and case management experience, including interviewing and letter writing skills; * Networking, workshop planning and facilitation skills; * Monitoring/survey experience will be an advantage; * Project planning and coordinations skills (including budgets and reports); * Computer literacy - MS Word, e-mail and Internet. Languages: * Fluency in spoken and written English and isiZulu is required Personal attributes: * Commitment to equality, social development, justice and human rights; * Commitment to own personal development, flexible, keen to learn and pursue new ideas; * Strong problem-solving skills, ability to use own initiative and think creatively and strategically; * Professional, able to maintain confidentiality, respectful, accountable, reliable, efficient; * Prepared to travel, own car would be an advantage. If you are a team player and passionate about working in a human rights organisation, please forward a comprehensive CV and a covering letter stating why you would like to work at Black Sash together with 3 contactable referees to: Black Sash, The Regional Director, Diakonia Centre, 20 Diakonia Avenue, Durban, 4001 or e-mail to thuli@blacksash.org.za by 24th April @ 16h00. If you do not get a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. For more information about the Black Sash go to http://www.blacksash.org.za/ * Job Title: Human Resource Manager* Reports to: National Director Purpose of the job: The Human Resource Manager leads the HR function with the objective of providing an environment that emphasises empowerment, productivity and quality standards, and the recruitment and ongoing development of high performing staff. The Human Resource Manager is responsible for the implementation of policies and procedures, reports to the National Director and serves on the executive management team; and assists and advises management about human resource issues. Key tasks and responsibilities: * Recruitment and Induction * Personnel Management * Policies and procedures * Staff morale Job Specification Education: * A Human Resource Management Diploma or Degree A Degree in Social Sciences or Humanities, with an additional course in Human Resources or labour law. Experience: * 5 ? 7 years practical Human Resource management experience in similar environment (implementing performance management systems will be an advantage) * 2 years management experience Knowledge and Skills: * Knowledge of legislation pertaining to employment conditions and industrial relations * Good time management and ability to multi-task * Management and supervisory skills (including coaching and training skills) * Administration, organisational and planning skills * Good communication, interpersonal, listening and conflict resolution skills * Financial Planning and Budget Monitoring Skills * Computer literacy ? MS Word, Email and Internet * Driver?s license is essential Languages: * Fluency in spoken and written English is required * Fluency in isiZulu, isiXhosa or Sesotho, would be an advantage. Personal attributes: * Ability to work under extreme pressure * Participatory style but decisive when necessary * Attention to detail * Willingness to work beyond official working times * Self-motivated, uses initiative and able to work without supervision * Integrity, honesty and respect for confidentiality * Able to relate to people For application, please forward a comprehensive CV and a covering letter stating why you would like to work at Black Sash and also what makes you the best candidate for this job to jobs@blacksash.org.za by 24th April 2009 @ 16h00 pm. If you do not get a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. For more information about the Black Sash, go to http://www.blacksash.org.za/ * Job Title: Financial Administrator* Reports to: Financial Manager Main purpose of the job: * To administer the centralised payroll system. * To administer the accounting system and assist on the Financial Management functions. * The Financial Administrator should, at all times, uphold and integrate the Core Values of the organisation (as stipulated in the Policies & Procedures Manual) into all aspects of her work. Key tasks and responsibilities: * Bookkeeping Function including :Cashbook ? Reconcile and update the National Office and seven Regional Offices * Reconcile investments accounts. * Petty Cash ? Reconcile and update National Office Units and Regional Offices. * Payroll ? To administer the overall payroll of the organisation. * To make sure that all creditors are paid on time and accurately. * To ensure that all debtors pay their accounts on time. * Banking ? To perform all banking related duties for National Office and Regional Offices including EFT. * To ensure that organisational assets are correctly insured and accounted for. * Support financial systems in Regional Offices. * Complete and submit all National Office and Regional Offices Income and Expenditure Reports. * Assist the Financial Manager in the budgeting process and reporting variances. * To update and keep record of organisation?s savings and Loans Club. * Financial administration support to Satellite Offices. Qualification: * Nationa Diploma in Accounting or any other 3 years relevant qualification. Experience: * Approximately 5 years experience as Financial Administrator (2 to 3 years in an NGO environment). * Extensive SARS submission experience. Knowledge and Skills: * Advanced knowledge on Pastel 6 or above and Quickbooks. * Advanced knowledge in VIP Payroll. * Advanced computer literacy on Ms Excel, Ms Word, Ms Outlook etc. * Be able to work independently as well as in a team within a fast-paced environment, meeting numerous deadlines simultaneously to high quality standards ? good time management skills. Languages: * Fluency in English. Other essential requirements: * Clear criminal record * Clear ITC record Personal attributes: * Confidentiality * Honesty, reliability * Able to work under pressure. * Able to work accurately * Willingness to work beyond official working times For application, please forward a comprehensive CV and a covering letter stating why you would like to work at Black Sash and also what makes you the best candidate for this job to jobs@blacksash.org.za by 24th April 2009 @ 16h00 pm. If you do not get a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. For more information about the Black Sash, go to http://www.blacksash.org.za/ From tumi.rafapa at jb.amcomms.co.za Fri Apr 24 09:50:57 2009 From: tumi.rafapa at jb.amcomms.co.za (DEAT) Date: Fri Apr 24 10:04:12 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] DEAT: Call for input Message-ID: <49F16F61.4090400@jb.amcomms.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism is pleased to announce the promulgation of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act, No 59 of 2008, and would like to thank all stakeholders who contributed to the process. The Act includes provision for the establishment of a National Waste Management Strategy and Waste Service Standards. The Department wishes to invite you to participate in the process of developing these policies. The Department is also launching a Waste Research Network to consolidate and disseminate the body of waste knowledge and enrich a collective understanding of the waste sector. The Department invites you to register as an interested and affected party by visiting the following website: www.deat.gov.za/waste/ This will enable you to submit comments on documents with greater ease, have sight of others' comments, and share resources that add value to these processes. From hrandadmin at genderlinks.org.za Wed Apr 29 14:51:01 2009 From: hrandadmin at genderlinks.org.za (Gender Links) Date: Wed Apr 29 16:01:13 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Gender Links: Various Positions Message-ID: <49F84D35.4020308@genderlinks.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Gender Links: Various Positions Opportunity closing date: Friday, May 8, 2009 Gender Links, a dynamic Southern African NGO that promotes gender equality through its media, justice and governance programmes, seeks to fill a number of senior positions. *Research Manager* This position requires a Masters Degree in a relevant social science discipline; at least ten years experience managing research; a thorough knowledge of the Southern African region; excellent verbal, written and management skills. The position is for an initial three years. In the first year it will involve managing a high profile regional pilot project to develop indicators on gender violence. Experience in this area will be a distinct advantage. *Knowledge and Training Manager* This three-year position requires a Masters Degree in a relevant social science discipline; at least ten years experience as a trainer in gender and/or media related fields and preferably both; a thorough knowledge of the Southern African region; excellent verbal, written and management skills; flexibility to travel; excellent IT skills; links with knowledge and training institutions across Southern Africa and globally; a thorough grounding in gender, media and diversity issues; excellent networking and management skills. *Gender Justice and Local Government Manager* This two-year position requires a Masters Degree in a relevant social science discipline; at least five years experience running advocacy projects on gender at the local level; excellent facilitation and project management skills. The post will include organising an annual regional summit. *Field Officers* Gender and local government field officers are sought in Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe for two-year assignments. The successful officers will have strong community mobilisation, gender and local knowledge skills. Gender Links is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from the SADC region. Competitive remuneration packages will be offered, commensurate with silks and experience. To apply, please submit a CV, references and at least two samples of your work to hrandadmin@genderlinks.org.za or fax: 011 622 4732. Late applications will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. For more information about Gender Links, click here (http://www.genderlinks.org.za/). From info at cplo.org.za Thu Apr 30 15:45:22 2009 From: info at cplo.org.za (CPLO) Date: Thu Apr 30 16:00:33 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Vacancy: Office Administrator Message-ID: <49F9AB72.6020700@cplo.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Catholic Parliamentary Liaison Office (CPLO) ? based in Cape Town ? is an office of the Southern African Catholic Bishops? Conference (SACBC). It exists to provide the SACBC and the Catholic community as a whole with information and analysis relating to a range of public policy and legislative issues. In addition, it seeks to maintain contact and dialogue between the Church on the one hand and Parliament and government on the other. The office produces regular publications which cover the major topics of the day and which reflect upon these topics in the light of the Church?s social teaching. Formal and informal interaction with Members of Parliament, Cabinet Ministers and government officials, as well as written and oral submissions on policy documents and Bills, form part of our work. Our focus is to contribute to the common good by fostering an informed, critical and constructive relationship between Church and State. We wish to invite applications for the post of Office Administrator. The successful applicant will be required to provide general assistance and support to the various functions of the CPLO. The functions of the post include general office administration, reception and secretarial duties and assisting with the logistical planning of events. A detailed job description and salary scales will be discussed during interviews. Applicants should meet the following requirements: * Training or experience in office administration/secretarial skills and 2-3 years experience in an office environment. * Computer skills: have experience in and knowledge of MS Office and Outlook; Database management, Email and Internet experience. The ability to design and lay-out simple documents and publications. * Fluency in English with good oral and written communication skills is essential. A second language (one of the 11 official languages) would be an advantage. * Code 8 drivers license with own transport would be advantageous. * Preferably Catholic or have very good knowledge of Catholicism and a willingness to promote a Catholic ethos in the office. Applications should be sent to: The Programme Co-ordinator Catholic Parliamentary Liaison Office P O Box 2910 Cape Town 8000 or faxed to: (021) 461 6961 or e-mailed to: info@cplo.org.za Closing date: Friday 29th May 2009 Applications should include a letter of motivation, brief Curriculum Vitae and the names and contact details of two referees. If you do not receive a reply within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. From mandy at rewardspecialist.co.za Tue May 5 10:15:08 2009 From: mandy at rewardspecialist.co.za (Averile Ryder Reward Specialists) Date: Tue May 5 10:28:53 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Johannesburg and Pretoria Reward and Talent Management Workshops Message-ID: <49FFF58C.4040200@rewardspecialist.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Averile Ryder Reward Specialists Presents: Johannesburg and Pretoria Reward and Talent Management Workshops Cost: R2 000.00 per Workshop, excl. VAT @ 14%, includes the cost of breakfast, a light lunch, teas, coffees and a copy of the slide presentation. Attend all 5 Workshops and only pay for 4 if payment is received in advance! Workshops 1- The Paterson Derived System of Job Evaluation 2 - How to write Job Descriptions / profiles and develop level descriptors 3 - "Total cost to company" concept and new rules for Travel Allowances 4 - How to target and use the correct Salary Surveys and to develop a market related pay scale 5 - The Nuts and Bolts of a Performance Management Program / Short Term Incentive Scheme aligned to organization targets All Johannesburg Workshops will be held at: Egoli Lodge, 19 Terrace Road, Eastleigh Edenvale 07h00-15h00 Dates: 13 May 10 June 5 August 2 September 7 October All Pretoria Workshops will be held at: The Innovation Hub, Hotel Street, Cnr Meiring Naude Road, Pretoria 07h00-15h00 Dates: 14 May 11 June 6 August 8 September 8 October In order to avoid traffic congestion, all workshops will commence with registration at 07h00, followed by a full English breakfast at 07h30 and a light finger lunch at 12h30. Tea, coffee and water will be available throughout the day. We will aim to finish by 15h00 to allow delegates to avoid afternoon traffic congestion. Averile Ryder Reward Specialists, who have been in business since 1999, have extensive experience and knowledge related to rewarding and managing human capital and consult to a wide range of organizations in all industry sectors. The objective of the workshops is to give you the knowledge and practical skills / tools to manage, administer and control the costs of human capital in your organization more professionally and effectively and in time become an "employer of choice". Should you require any further information or have any additional queries, please contact Mandy Unterslak. Mandy Unterslak Intern Industrial Psychologist Averile Ryder Reward Specialists E-mail: mandy@rewardspecialist.co.za or visit www.averileryder.co.za From noluckyn at oxfam.org.au Tue May 12 11:54:30 2009 From: noluckyn at oxfam.org.au (Oxfam Australia) Date: Tue May 12 12:21:10 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Oxfam Australia: Programme Officer Vacancy Message-ID: <4A094756.5060006@oxfam.org.au> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Oxfam Australia: Programme Officer Vacancy South Africa Country Office, Durban Through the programmes it manages Oxfam Australia's South Africa Country Office provides financial and technical support to South African NGOs and CBOs responding to the HIV and AIDS epidemics, children's social protection and food insecurity. As part of Oxfam's commitment to scale up the existing programme and enhance the quality of support provided to its partners we are seeking to employ a Durban based Programme Officer. The post will focus on work in the field of HIV and AIDS. A South African national, you should have a sound knowledge of the HIV and AIDS epidemics in South Africa and proven experience in supporting non profit organisations, NGOs and CBOs in their responses to HIV and AIDS. These skills together with strong community development, programme development and program assessment skills are necessary for effectively implementing the selection, appraisal, monitoring and evaluation of the HIV and AIDS related initiatives implemented by Oxfam Australia's partner organisations. Financial management and computer skills are also required and good written and verbal communication skills in both English and at least one other South African language is essential. A detailed position description (including remuneration information) is available on request. Starting Date: 01 July 2009 For an application form and detailed position description please contact Nolucky Nxasana: e-mail: noluckyn@oxfam.org.au or Tel: (031) 201 0865. Please note - no CVs will be accepted. Application submission deadline: 12h00 on 22 May 2009. From tanyao at mma.org.za Tue May 12 13:18:01 2009 From: tanyao at mma.org.za (Media Monitoring Africa) Date: Tue May 12 13:37:17 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] MMA: Operations Manager Vacancy Message-ID: <4A095AE9.9080508@mma.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS MMA: Operations Manager Vacancy Media Monitoring Africa?s (formerly Media Monitoring Project) vision is a responsible, quality media that enables an engaged and informed citizenry in Africa and across the world. Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) aims to contribute to this vision by being a leading media watchdog in Africa to promote a free, fair, ethical and critical media culture. The three key areas MMA seeks to address through a human rights-based approach are media freedom, media ethics and media quality. Established in 1993 to monitor South Africa?s first democratic elections, MMA has over 15 years experience in media monitoring and direct engagement with media, civil society organisations and citizens. MMA is the only independent organisation in Southern Africa that analyses and engages with media according to this framework. Currently, Media Monitoring Africa is seeking an experienced individual to take on the new position of Operations Manager. The person will need to fulfill the following key requirements: - Experienced in budget development - Sound financial management skills - Excellent writing skills - Experience in writing of project funding proposals for a non-government organisation or non-profit making activities - Committed to human rights and democratic development The position is 28 hrs per week and offers flexible working arrangements. Should you be interested in applying, please contact Tanya (tanyao@mma.org.za ) for an information package. Applications require written responses to each of the selection criteria. Only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted. Application Closing Date: May 22, 2009 From mchabala at popcouncil.org Tue May 12 13:13:09 2009 From: mchabala at popcouncil.org (Population Council) Date: Tue May 12 14:47:15 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Population Council: Program Officer Message-ID: <4A0959C5.5050203@popcouncil.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Position: Program Officer - Reproductive Health Location: Johannesburg Office, South Africa Reporting to: Reproductive Health - Senior Program Officer Salary: Depends on experience and qualifications Assignment Length: One year Fixed term Contract-Renewable depending on funding or by mutual agreement. Job description and key responsibilities * Provide support in the development of project related proposals or any other proposals that would benefit the organization as a whole plus project report writing; * Liaise with Partner Agencies to ensure quality and effective implementation of the assigned RH projects * Facilitate planning and implementation of dissemination activities. * Maintain a detailed project plan for all the assigned RH projects. * Coordinate logistics for the implementation of research intervention activities. * Process and distribute budget reports, trip reports and other supporting project documents. * Maintain a database of stakeholders to facilitate the dissemination of materials * Assist with the preparation and monitoring budgets for project activities, the processing of sub-awards, data entry and data management. * Maintain and strengthen relationships with already existing partners to ensure that the intervention activities are attained as per schedule; * Make regular monitoring and supervisory visits to clinic sites and provide updates on a regular basis. * Assist with the development of training materials and implementation of training activities. * Recruit, train and supervise research assistants, field workers, data collectors, translators and data capturers. * Assist with the literature review and development of study materials. Requirements and Qualifications 1. Post Graduate Degree in Social Science or Public Health 2. Minimum 5 years experience in implementing operational research projects 3. Proficiency with computer applications including Ms Word, Excel and PowerPoint; 4. Good organizational skills and ability to work well with people (including good communication skills) 5. Substantial experience in administration support function and in management of project finances The candidate must have an interest in Reproductive Health or women's health. If you are interested, please forward your CV and a letter of interest by 21 May 2009 to: The Office Manager Population Council P.O.Box 411744 Craighall 2024 Or email to: mchabala@popcouncil.org The Population Council is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization that seek to improve the well -being and productive health of current and future generations around the world. The council believes in providing equal opportunities, therefore it will not discriminate against any person with regard to age, color, creed, national origin, disability, political belief, veteran status, religion, sex or sexual orientation. Decisions on employment will be based on an individual' qualifications as related to the position for which s/he is being considered. The Population Council reserves the right not to appoint and only suitable candidates will be contacted. From info at riverview.co.za Fri May 15 13:26:35 2009 From: info at riverview.co.za (Riverview Lodge) Date: Fri May 15 14:01:43 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Riverview Lodge: Accommodation and Conference Centre Message-ID: <4A0D516B.9000406@riverview.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Riverview Lodge Accommodation & Conference Centre Accommodation in Cape Town (Budget) Accommodation at Riverview Lodge We pride ourselves in providing clean, comfortable and affordable accommodation, in a charmingly decorated spacious building, which has a cosy home form home atmosphere. As we specialize in large group bookings and can accommodate up to 200 people, we are ideal for school groups, sports teams, Universities, Technicons, NGOs, large budget tour groups. We are on the doorstep of numerous restaurants, shops and pubs, the famous Newlands Rugby and Cricket Stadiums and a great night life in the student heart of Cape Town. The 2010 Soccer World Cup Stadium at Greenpoint is literally just minutes away. Accommodation at Riverview Lodge Riverview has 35 rooms, comprising of a mix of singles, twins and bunkrooms. We have T.V. Lounges (which groups can use for their exclusive use), and dining rooms. We also have several patios and a barbecue / braai terrace under the palms. The bathrooms are separated into male and female only bathrooms, as is our accommodation. Rates 2008/2009 -Subject to change Riverview Lodge Single Room and Breakfast (Continental)....... R185.00 per night Twin Room and Breakfast (Continental)........R155.00 per person sharing Dorm Room and breakfast (Continental).......R125.00 per person sharing Note: 1. Commission is not included 2. The rates includes VAT FACILITIES Security Observatory has its own private security service, called OBS WATCH, and have regular foot and vehicle patrols in our suburb. Riverview Lodge has secure key pad access and a manager on duty at all times. We also have a 24 hour check in service and ample parking, with a security guard on duty at night. Meals A continental breakfast is included in the B + B rate, and a full breakfast, as well as Lunch and Dinners are available upon request. Meal costs Full English Breakfast.. .....R30.00 Packed Lunch (Budget)........R35.00 Regular Lunch..........R35.00 Dinner............. R40.00 Beds and Bedding We have large single and bunk beds, which are ideal for sports teams. The bed rooms are spacious and allow for the large amount of sports equipment that accompany sports teams. Bed linen is provided, but during our Cape winters, we recommend that groups bring extra blankets with them. All bedrooms are serviced once a week when the linen is changed, while all the communal public areas like the TV Lounges + bathrooms etc. are service daily. Laundry and Towels A Laundry service is across the road, and towels are available on request. Large group discounts: Large, long staying groups may well qualify for a special rate. Please contact the lodge to discuss this. Contact Numbers Please call us on (021) 447 9056,or Fax us on (021) 447 5192 or Email us at info@riverview.co.za , or visit our website on www.riverview.co.za. Riverview Lodge Conference & Accommodation Centre Conference (Budget) facilities in Cape Town We pride ourselves on providing the most affordable conferences in Cape Town. Our conference facilities include a well equipped auditorium, which can seat 160 people, as well as several "break away" rooms for smaller groups. The auditoriums that we use are not on our premises, but are within easy walking distance of the lodge. For smaller conferences, (i.e. up to 30 delegates), we can use the facilities at the Lodge itself, or our conference facilities in Rondebosch. Accommodation for Delegates We can provide accommodation for your groups on our premises at the Riverview Lodge itself (see advert). Conference Rates >From R125.00 per person per day which includes 2 teas and a Lunch. For >very large groups and conferences of long duration, please call us for assistance with a special rate and we will endeavor to meet your budget requirements. In order to enable us to process an enquiry and to communicate with you as to availability, any special information or rates which may apply to you or your group, please complete the information as requested below Or contact us on (021) 447 9056, or visit our website at www.riverview.co.za. Please note that a contact phone number and cell phone number are imperative, a long with your email address. INFORMATION FOR ACCOMMODATION OR CONFERENCE ENQUIRY WHICH IS APPLICABLE) Name: ___________________________________________________ E- mail ___________________________________________________ Phone: (This is most important)__________________ Fax:_____________________________ Cell phone number: ___________________________________________________ Accommodation Conference Total number of guests: _______ ____________________________ Dates of conference Date of arrival:____________ Start date:____________________ Date of departure: _____________ Last date:____________________ Total number of nights: _____________ Total no. of days:_____________ Breakfast: (Simple continental included in B+B rate) Full English R30 extra.) Yes / No Yes / No Lunch: (Packed lunch R35. Full Lunch R35.00) Yes / No Included Dinner: Yes / No Yes / No (Dinner R40.00) From info at sangonet.org.za Tue May 19 13:18:04 2009 From: info at sangonet.org.za (SANGONeT) Date: Tue May 19 13:30:22 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] e-Advertising Service for the South African Development Sector Message-ID: <4A12956C.4020202@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS SN-Announce is one of SANGONeT's electronic information services in support of the NGO and development sectors in Southern Africa. This e-mail-based communication and advertising tool has a potential readership of more than 20 000 people, and remains one of the most cost-effective and efficient ways to reach NGOs, development practitioners, academics, researchers, trade unions, grantmakers, government officials and others working in the development sector. Anyone involved in development work, including government departments and for-profit organisations with a development focus, can advertise on SN-Announce. Information distributed on SN-Announce includes announcements about vacancies, conferences, fundraising events, new publications, RFPs, training courses, research projects, petitions and professional services relevant to the development sector. Guidelines for posting announcements: * Announcements should be no longer than two pages (in MS Word). * Short, but clearly descriptive heading/subject line. * Include date of the event or deadline for applications, contact person, contact e-mail address and telephone number. * Your e-mail system must be set to send 'plain text' messages and NOT HTML messages. * Include billing details at the top of the message. * Announcements must be forwarded to: nicolle@sangonet.org.za. * Announcements received before 14h00 will be distributed on the same day. * Submissions made after 14h00 will be carried over to the following working day. Cost to post an announcement: * Non-profit organisations - R600 (excl. VAT) * For-profit organisations - R750 (excl. VAT) * Repeat announcements - R250 (excl. VAT) per repeat. All SN-Announcements are archived on the NGO Pulse portal. For subscribers: To subscribe, just send an e-mail message to nicolle@sangonet.org.za, with the words "Subscribe to SN-Announce" in the subject line. Subscription to this service is free. For more information about how you can benefit from SN-Announce, please contact Nicolle Beeby at SANGONeT on Tel: (011) 403-4935 or e-mail: nicolle@sangonet.org.za. For more information about SANGONeT and the NGO sector in South Africa, refer to www.ngopulse.org. From maureen at mvula.co.za Fri May 22 13:21:23 2009 From: maureen at mvula.co.za (Mvula Trust) Date: Fri May 22 13:41:12 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Mvula Trust: Personal Assistant to the Policy Unit Message-ID: <4A168AB3.8020006@mvula.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Mvula Trust Closing Date: 29 May 2009 Job Title: Personal Assistant to the Policy Unit Job Grade: 10 Location: Head Office The Mvula Trust, the leading NGO in the rural water supply and sanitation field in South Africa, has a vacancy at its Head Office in Johannesburg for a *Personal Assistant* Assisting the Head of Policy and Policy Unit Operations Manager The successful candidate will be responsible for providing full and high quality personal assistance, secretarial and administrative support to the above. We require a mature person who will be able to work for the two senior management positions as well as provide support to the Policy Unit staff The key functions of the post include: * Full secretarial function * Typing of all correspondence ? 60 words per minute * Maintaining the Diary of the Head of Policy and Operations Manager for the Policy Unit (Scheduler) * Making travel arrangements for all PU staff and relevant board committee members * Making appointments with key stakeholders * Organising meetings/workshops and taking minutes * Providing personal assistance to the Head of Policy and PU Ops Support Manager * Assisting the Head of Policy and PU Ops Manager with other duties as may be required. * Providing administrative support to the PU Staff in terms of document preparation on related projects. * Electronic filing for the Policy Unit Projects. Requirements for the post include: * A relevant senior secretarial qualification * A minimum of five years experience in a similar position * The ability to manage and co-ordinate a busy office * Assist with front office administration. * Good communications (both written and oral) * Excellent filing skills * Excellent PC skills * Proficient in minute taking * Strong organisational skills Competencies that have been identified for this post are: * Being methodical * Paying attention to detail * Being systematic * Have organisational and business writing skills * Have good communication/interpersonal skills. * Be competent on Windows, MS Word, Excel and Power Point Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications, with detailed CVs, to: Human Resources, either by post to PO Box 32351, Braamfontein 2017, or e-mail to maureen@mvula.co.za. Closing date: 29 May 2009 Please do not send any certificates, diplomas or testimonials If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. If you have not heard from us within 15 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. From info at afesis.org.za Thu May 28 13:20:36 2009 From: info at afesis.org.za (Afesis-corplan ) Date: Thu May 28 13:38:03 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Afesis-corplan: Resource and Information Coordinator Vacancy Message-ID: <023f01c9df86$53417420$f9c45c60$@org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Resource and Information Coordinator Afesis-corplan, an NGO that has contributed to community-driven development and good local governance in the Amathole region of the Eastern Cape since 1992, invites applications from suitably qualified and motivated individuals for the position of Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the overall purpose of this position is to co-ordinate Afesis-corplan's internal and external communications, including the website, bi-monthly journal and other publications, thereby raising awareness of the organisation's work programmes. Responsibilities: . Develop and oversee the production of organisational publications, programme documents and promotional materials. . Manage and update the website to complement the objectives and core development focus of the organization. . Administer the organisation's resource centre for reference and archival purposes. . Co-ordinate and manage materials at meetings, conferences, seminars, workshops and learning events. . Develop, circulate, and distribute information or announcements about events and project activities . Facilitate the planning, development and delivery of relevant communication outputs. . Contribute to the organisation's Public Awareness programme. . Scan local media sources and extract relevant information for dissemination. . Respond to requests for information from external stakeholders. . Maintain and build the Afesis-corplan profile and brand. Requirements: . Degree or Diploma in Communication, Information Systems Management or Journalism. . Minimum of 3 years experience in developing publications, managing electronic and print information and resources. . High level of English language ability, creativity and writing skills. . Ability to learn quickly and understand issues around general development, governance and sustainable settlements development. . Skills and experience in report writing and internet research. . Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products. . Driver's license preferred. A market related salary commensurate with experience will be offered. To apply, submit a CV with a covering letter motivating your suitability for the position to info@afesis.org.za or fax to: 043 743 2200. Please do not send any certificates, diplomas or testimonials. Closing Date: Wednesday, 03 June 2009 Location: East London Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you have not heard from us by 12 June 2009, please consider your application unsuccessful. For more information about Afesis-corplan, visit www.afesis.org.za From info at award.org.za Mon Jun 1 10:48:37 2009 From: info at award.org.za (AWARD) Date: Mon Jun 1 11:00:00 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] AWARD: Action Researcher Message-ID: <4A2395E5.9040600@award.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS AWARD: Action Researcher Deadline: 12 June 2009 AWARD (Association for Water and Rural Development) is an NGO working in Bushbuckridge and the Sand River Catchment in Mpumalanga Province. It endeavours to develop and test new and appropriate ways of managing water to address water security in the Catchment. This is done through research-based enquiry to implementation, and commitment to equitable water allocation and the livelihood needs of the poorest inhabitants. AWARD seeks to appoint an Action Researcher to work on the Village Water Security Programme. The programme promotes collaborative, participatory planning to increase water security to contribute to more sustainable livelihoods. The Action Researcher will work with villagers and local structures as well as other stakeholders and officials, to facilitate the planning and implementation of water-related interventions. The work will also entail working with people on building, upgrading and maintaining water infrastructure for village and household systems - from boreholes to rainwater tanks. The research orientation requires that you work as part of a team to plan, implement, reflect on and document processes and progress to develop collective understanding and informed action. Requirements: * At least 2 years experience in rural development, agriculture or water; * Relevant diploma or degree * Good oral and written skills; * Ability to liaise with local communities and stakeholders - proficient in English and either isiZulu, Sepedi, XiTsonga or isiSwati, and understanding of all; * Driver's licence; * Care about water, environmental and social justice issues; * Be happy to live and work in rural Mpumalanga. Remuneration: R8 500.00 - R10 500.00 per month, depending on skills and experience. To apply, submit CV (maximum 5 pages), the names of three referees and a motivation letter to Private Bag X483, Acornhoek, 1360 or e-mail to info@award.org.za. Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. For more information about AWARD visit http://www.award.org.za/ . From training at africancommons.org Mon Jun 1 10:53:23 2009 From: training at africancommons.org (African Commons Project and SANGONeT) Date: Mon Jun 1 11:00:35 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] African Commons Project and SANGONeT: Social Media for NGOs Message-ID: <4A239703.7050603@africancommons.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Trying to decide whether to ban or integrate Facebook into your organisation? Think Twitter is inane - or informative? Can blogging *ever* be worth the time? If you missed the pilot training programme ? presented by The African Commons Project and SANGONeT, you?ll be happy to know that it?s back by popular demand! The one-day, hands-on training programme will introduce you to the cutting edge of web 2.0 tools and how they can be effectively used by you and your organisation to enhance operational practice. If you work for or with NGOs - and are comfortable with working online, then this course is a must! Please note that space is limited to 10 participants, so book early. Social media platforms have graduated from 'fad' status and are here to stay. Organisations across the globe are beginning to recognise them as being integral to business strategy. Whether for marketing, stakeholder-relationship management or community-building purposes, these powerful tools can provide new, easy-to-use and accessible ways of amplifying objectives and maximising returns on investment. In the non profit sector where the scarcities of time, money and resources are always playing catch-up to our inspirational strategies, social media platforms can be really helpful tools. These free digital spaces can assist us with connecting, networking, researching and fundraising. It's time that we began to engage with them! The Introduction to Social Media for NGOs one-day training workshop will provide participants with a * contextual background to social media tools such as blogs and microblogs, wikis, and multimedia file-sharing sites, * Relevant case studies will be shared to illustrate how these tools have been successfully incorporated into organisational practice - from initiatives as diverse as political campaigns to social entrepreneurship. * A 'playroom' space where non profit practitioners can experiment and come to grips with the tools in a practical session. By the end of the course, participants should understand the purpose of social media tools, have a solid idea of how they could be incorporated into an organisation's strategy and a beginner's knowledge of practical application. What should you bring to the course? Apart from your burning social media questions and enthusiasm, please bring a laptop if you have one at your disposal. If you are not able to bring a laptop, please let us know when booking your place at the workshop. We look forward to seeing you! Cost: R 1, 200.00 per person, including refreshments and lunch. What to bring: A laptop if possible Date: 15 June 2009 Event venue: SANGONeT Boardroom, 29th Floor UCS House, Smit Street, Braamfontein (Parking at the Parktonian Hotel). To book, or find out more information: email training@africancommons.org, or phone (011) 327 3155 From training at africancommons.org Fri May 29 15:04:51 2009 From: training at africancommons.org (African Commons Project and SANGONeT) Date: Mon Jun 1 11:21:54 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] African Commons Project and SANGONeT: Social Media for NGOs Message-ID: <4A1FDD73.7000202@africancommons.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Trying to decide whether to ban or integrate Facebook into your organisation? Think Twitter is inane - or informative? Can blogging *ever* be worth the time? If you missed the pilot training programme ? presented by The African Commons Project and SANGONeT, you?ll be happy to know that it?s back by popular demand! The one-day, hands-on training programme will introduce you to the cutting edge of web 2.0 tools and how they can be effectively used by you and your organisation to enhance operational practice. If you work for or with NGOs - and are comfortable with working online, then this course is a must! Please note that space is limited to 10 participants, so book early. Social media platforms have graduated from 'fad' status and are here to stay. Organisations across the globe are beginning to recognise them as being integral to business strategy. Whether for marketing, stakeholder-relationship management or community-building purposes, these powerful tools can provide new, easy-to-use and accessible ways of amplifying objectives and maximising returns on investment. In the non profit sector where the scarcities of time, money and resources are always playing catch-up to our inspirational strategies, social media platforms can be really helpful tools. These free digital spaces can assist us with connecting, networking, researching and fundraising. It's time that we began to engage with them! The Introduction to Social Media for NGOs one-day training workshop will provide participants with a * contextual background to social media tools such as blogs and microblogs, wikis, and multimedia file-sharing sites, * Relevant case studies will be shared to illustrate how these tools have been successfully incorporated into organisational practice - from initiatives as diverse as political campaigns to social entrepreneurship. * A 'playroom' space where non profit practitioners can experiment and come to grips with the tools in a practical session. By the end of the course, participants should understand the purpose of social media tools, have a solid idea of how they could be incorporated into an organisation's strategy and a beginner's knowledge of practical application. What should you bring to the course? Apart from your burning social media questions and enthusiasm, please bring a laptop if you have one at your disposal. If you are not able to bring a laptop, please let us know when booking your place at the workshop. We look forward to seeing you! Cost: R 1, 200.00 per person, including refreshments and lunch. What to bring: A laptop if possible Date: 06/15/2009 Event venue: SANGONeT Boardroom, 29th Floor UCS House, Smit Street, Braamfontein (Parking at the Parktonian Hotel).
To book, or find out more information: email training@africancommons.org, or phone (011) 327 3155 From dorcas at iafrica.com Mon Jun 1 11:02:16 2009 From: dorcas at iafrica.com (Dorcas Aid) Date: Mon Jun 1 12:03:58 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Dorcas Aid: Financial Administrator Message-ID: <4A239918.9070403@iafrica.com> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Dorcas Aid is an international Christian relief and development agency working in Southern Africa. At present Dorcas Aid is working with more than 15 partner organisations in South Africa, Lesotho and Zimbabwe. Dorcas Aid seeks to appoint a part-time (3 days a week), committed and energetic Financial Administrator to oversee its financial management functions. This position is based in Florida, Johannesburg. Closing Date: 12 June 2009 Responsibilities: a) Financial record keeping for DAISA and DASA accounts (Quicken). b) Financial reporting c) Project Budgeting d) Preparation of accounts up to trial balance e) Procurement f) Administration: Booking of flights, accommodation, training venues etc g) Salaries (Tax, UIF, Workmen's compensation) h) Maintaining asset list i) Monitoring partner accounts j) Training of partners in Financial management k) Reception work (Agendas, minutes of Meetings, visitors etc) Requirements: * Member of a Christian church or congregation ? in sympathy with the aims and objectives of Dorcas Aid. * Diploma in Book keeping * Minimum of 2 year?s experience in Book keeping ability to compile and present reports * Ability to train in financial management * Understanding and/or Experience of the NGO sector * High degree of initiative, self-motivation, eye for detail, ability to work under pressure * Trust worthy * Computer literate * Good communication skills at all levels including written, verbal as well as good presentation skills * Ability to work closely with the Christian Community and work as part of a multi-cultural team * Willingness to travel extensively in Southern Africa. * Fluency in English and a vernacular language (desirable) * Passport, Valid Driver?s license * Start Date: June 2009 (preferably) * One year (renewable) contract Forward a detailed CV and motivation letter Salary range from R58 000 - R63 000 depending on qualification and experience. Interviews to take place in Johannesburg. To apply, submit a CV and support documentation to Wendy Lubbee, Dorcas Aid, P O Box 2546, Florida Hills, 1716 or e-mail to dorcas@iafrica.com or fax to: 086 689 2157. For more information about Dorcas Aid visit http://www.dorcas.co.za/ From info at southernhemisphere.co.za Wed Jun 3 10:39:47 2009 From: info at southernhemisphere.co.za (Southern Hemisphere) Date: Wed Jun 3 11:12:24 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Southern Hemisphere: Training Workshop on Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Message-ID: <4A2636D3.2020008@southernhemisphere.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Training Workshop on Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation using the Logical Framework Approach and Results Based Monitoring and Evaluation By Southern Hemisphere Consultants 27 - 31 July, 2009 Gauteng 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) ? How to develop a monitoring & evaluation plan ? Towards developing a M&E system ? Terms of reference About the trainers Nana Davies is a planning, monitoring and evaluation specialist with 15 years of experience in the social development field. Nana holds a Masters degree in Law, specialising in human rights from University of Copenhagen, Denmark and University of Rennes, France. She co-founded Nielsen and Klein Consulting based in Cape Town in 1998, and joined Southern Hemisphere Consultants as a Senior Consultant in 2004. Nana Davies has assisted a wide range of clients including government departments, multilaterals, NGOs, corporate social investment programmes, and universities in planning, researching, evaluating and/or developing monitoring and evaluation systems. Nana has developed monitoring and evaluation framework or systems for clients like CapeNature/ Department of Environmental Affair and Development Planning, C.A.P.E, the South African Youth Council?s HIV, AIDS and Life Skills Peer Education Programme for the Department of Health and Social Development, Limpopo Provincial Government and DFID, the Thuthuzela Care Centres for the National Prosecution Authorities and UNICEF, Labour Research Services, Gender Advocacy Programme and Generation of Leaders Discovered. Nana has developed and conducted several training courses in planning, monitoring and evaluation. Cathy Chames holds a Masters in Social Science (Social Development) awarded with distinction, and Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Social Development awarded in the first class, both from the University of Cape Town. At the beginning of 2009, Cathy joined the team at Southern Hemisphere as a senior consultant and prior to this she worked as a consultant on a number of projects for Southern Hemisphere Consultants. These include: developing materials and training trainers for a Governance and Management Course to develop self-reliance within early childhood development centres in rural communities with DOCKDA Rural Development Agency; Developing materials and training peer educators in Basic Counselling Skills for Life Choices; and evaluating and reviewing of a baseline study on the situation of youth in the Limpopo Province. Cathy is also a registered social worker and has over 13 years experience in community and group work facilitation and practice across a broad range of settings. She is currently lecturing a course on Community Development for the University Of Cape Town?s Department of Social Development. Course Fee Fee per delegates: R 7, 000.00 (excl. VAT). Special package deal: come on our two courses and get a special rate for both 1) Project Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation 27 ? 31 July 2009 and 2) Developing & Operationalising an M&E system 25 ? 27 August Gauteng, South Africa: Cost for package deal: R 10, 800.00 (excl. VAT) per delegate. R 12, 312.00 (incl. VAT) per delegate. Additional 10% discount per delegate if an organisation sends 3 or more delegates. Course fee includes comprehensive course materials, refreshments & lunch and certificate. Registration Register now or before Friday 3. July, 2009. Registration form and further information can be requested: By email: info@southernhemisphere.co.za By Phone: (021) 422 0205/6 (Speak to Nadia Gain or Nana Davies) By Fax: (021) 424 7965 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) 422 0205/6 or email Dena on dena@southernhemisphere.co.za and Nana on nana@southernhemisphere.co.za From info at southernhemisphere.co.za Wed Jun 3 10:45:46 2009 From: info at southernhemisphere.co.za (Southern Hemisphere) Date: Wed Jun 3 12:29:44 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Southern Hemisphere: Training Workshop on Developing & Operationalising a Monitoring and Evaluation system Message-ID: <4A26383A.9000702@southernhemisphere.co.za> Training Workshop on Developing & Operationalising a Monitoring and Evaluation system By Southern Hemisphere Consultants 25 - 27 August 2009 Gauteng Objective and methodology Southern Hemisphere has for some years now been leading in the design of M&E systems in South Africa. Our experience is drawn from a range of different clients, including NGO?s, South African Government and multi-lateral organisations. Learning by doing has given us very practical insights into the steps to follow and each step is designed to maximise commitment and compliance. As you know, the best system needs the commitment of people to implement it. The objective of this course in M&E system design is to equip development practitioners with the knowledge and expertise to be able to design and manage a process of developing and operationalising (implementing) a M&E System. This course builds on the foundations of our course in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, which has been hugely successful, and kicks off where that course ends. The course will provide a space for development practitioners to learn from each other by sharing knowledge and experiences. It presupposes basic knowledge in M&E. The training course will be run in a workshop style with a high degree of participant involvement. Group work will be interspersed with an input sessions. Adult learning methodologies will be employed, and participants will not be passive. Debate and discussion will be encouraged. The trainers are expert facilitators, and while they will be sharing their own experiences of P, M &E with you, they do not pretend to have all the answers. Under their guidance, the participants will also be able to learn from and share with each other. Delegates will be able to * Understand of the components of an M&E system * Understand what supporting institutional arrangements need to be in place for successful monitoring, evaluation and reporting * Understand how to operationalise the M&E system i.e. how to make your M&E plan come alive * Be familiar with the process of implementing an M&E system * Be aware of the challenges and solutions for getting compliance to your data collection, analysis and reporting * See the benefit of participatory approaches to design * Have an overview of the Government Wide M&E System * Understand who your key partners are in M&E * Be able to identify roles and responsibilities for M&E role players. * Develop means of verification * Develop reporting formats * Conduct a stakeholder and situation analysis for the design of an M&E system Course outline * Overview of an monitoring and evaluation system (M&E System) * What are the necessary foundations for a M&E system * 7 steps to developing a M&E system * Preparation - Step 1: Building commitment and cooperation - Step 2: Conducting a situation analysis for the design of a M&E system * Design - Step 3: Methods for designing the M&E plan - Step 4: Design of M&E forms (means of verification) - Step 5: Design of reporting formats * Standardisation - Step 6: Developing guidelines for indicator definitions, data gathering, analysis and reporting * Institutional arrangements for implementation and use of M&E data - Step 7: Institutional arrangements - Hints and tips for successful design & implementation of a M&E system About the trainer Nana Davies is a planning, monitoring and evaluation specialist with 15 years of experience in the social development field. Nana holds a Masters degree in Law, specialising in human rights from University of Copenhagen, Denmark and University of Rennes, France. She co-founded Nielsen and Klein Consulting based in Cape Town in 1998, and joined Southern Hemisphere Consultants as a Senior Consultant in 2004. Nana Davies has assisted a wide range of clients including government departments, multilaterals, NGOs, corporate social investment programmes, and universities in planning, researching, evaluating and/or developing monitoring and evaluation systems. Nana has developed monitoring and evaluation framework or systems for clients like CapeNature/ Department of Environmental Affair and Development Planning, C.A.P.E, the South African Youth Council?s HIV, AIDS and Life Skills Peer Education Programme for the Department of Health and Social Development, Limpopo Provincial Government and DFID, the Thuthuzela Care Centres for the National Prosecution Authorities and UNICEF, Labour Research Services, Gender Advocacy Programme and Generation of Leaders Discovered. Nana has developed and conducted several training courses in planning, monitoring and evaluation. Course Fee Fee per delegates: R 5, 000 (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 or before Monday 3 August 2009. Registration form and further information can be requested: By email: info@southernhemisphere.co.za By Phone: (021) 422 0205 (Speak to Nadia Gain or Nana Davies) By Fax: (021) 424 7965 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) 422 0205 or email Dena on dena@southernhemisphere.co.za and Nana on nana@southernhemisphere.co.za From mandy at rewardspecialist.co.za Wed Jun 3 14:37:48 2009 From: mandy at rewardspecialist.co.za (Averile Ryder Reward Specialists) Date: Wed Jun 3 14:47:32 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Averile Ryder Reward Specialists: How To Write Job Descriptions Workshops Message-ID: <4A266E9C.3080300@rewardspecialist.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Workshop On ?How To Write Job Descriptions / Profiles and Develop Job Families Reminder To Be Held in Edenvale on Wednesday, 10 June 2009 From 07h30 To 15h30 Presented by Averile Ryder Reward Specialists ?This important and often neglected skill is absolutely is absolutely essential in order to effectively recruit, pay, train, develop and manage the performance of your human capital? During this one day workshop you will learn the practical skills to write effective, consistent job descriptions / profiles for your organisation. High-quality job descriptions are an essential tool for job grading, recruitment, induction of new employees and performance management. You will also learn how to use these job descriptions to develop job families, which are invaluable for succession planning and for training and development purposes. Skills Transfer Content during the Workshops: ? What is a job description / profile? ? What is the difference between a job description and a job profile ? Why are job descriptions / job profiles necessary? ? Characteristics of a good job description / profile ? How to prepare to write a job description / profile ? The job description / job profile interview ? Completing the job description / job profile form ? Maintenance and keeping job descriptions updated ? Disclaimer Statements ? How to develop job families ? Group skills practice exercise on auditing job descriptions / profiles from your own organization Cost: R2 000.00 per Workshop, excl. VAT @ 14%, includes the cost of breakfast, a light lunch, teas, coffees and a copy of the workshop manual To confirm your attendance, or should you require more information please contact: Mandy Unterslak on mandy@rewardspecialist.co.za or Telephone her on 011-453-0080 From info at sangonet.org.za Mon Jun 8 14:29:08 2009 From: info at sangonet.org.za (SANGONeT) Date: Mon Jun 8 14:33:31 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] NGO Pulse Vacancy Digest, Number 1 Message-ID: <4A2D0413.5090000@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The aim of the NGO Pulse portal is to provide the South African NGO sector with relevant and up-to-date information. The portal includes the most comprehensive list of NGO vacancies available. The following vacancies expire during the two-week period, 8-19 June 2009: SCORE: Programme Manager Closing date: 8 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/score-programme-manager AIDS Consortium: Training Manager Closing date: 10 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/aids-consortium-training-manager Idasa: Grants Administrator Closing date: 10 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/idasa-grants-administrator Tembeka: Communications and Fundraising Officer Closing date: 11 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/tembeka-communications-and-fundraising-officer Right to Care: Provincial Coordinator Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/right-care-provincial-coordinator Health Systems Trust: Chief Executive Officer Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/health-systems-trust-chief-executive-officer Project Literacy: Project Manager Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/project-literacy-project-manager Freedom of Expression Institute: Executive Director Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/fxi-executive-director LifeLine/Childline Western Cape: Social Workers Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/lifelinechildline-western-cape-social-workers AWARD: Action Researcher Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/award-action-researcher Dorcas Aid: Financial Administrator Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/dorcas-aid-financial-administrator Sunshine Association: Various Positions Closing date: 12 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/sunshine-association-various-positions-0 ProBono.Org: Family Law Attorney Closing date: 13 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/probonoorg-family-law-attorney mothers2mothers: Finance Manager Closing date: 15 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/mothers2mothers-finance-manager National Business Initiative Closing date: 15 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/national-business-initiative-chief-executive-officer Human Rights Development Initiative: Part-time Administrator/Bookkeeper Closing date: 17 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/hrdi-part-time-administratorbookkeeper Centre for Early Childhood Development: Programme Manager Closing date: 19 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/cecd-programme-manager SANGONeT will publish a bi-weekly summary of vacancies listed on NGO Pulse. For information about other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies . For general news and information about the South African NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org . SANGONeT encourages NGOs to contribute information and articles about their work to NGO Pulse. To find out how to register on NGO Pulse and what your status allows you to do, refer to http://www.ngopulse.org/user/register . From awards at inyathelo.co.za Wed Jun 10 08:52:01 2009 From: awards at inyathelo.co.za (Inyathelo) Date: Wed Jun 10 08:58:15 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards: Call for Nominations Message-ID: <4A2F5811.4020508@inyathelo.co.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Reminder!! Reminder!! Call for Nominations 2009 Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards 2009 Contribute to building South African philanthropy by nominating a role-model philanthropist for an award!! If you, or anyone you know, has made a remarkable contribution to social change by giving money, time and energy then send in a nomination! Join us in celebrating South African philanthropy and in recognizing individual philanthropists who, through their financial giving, have made a real difference for social change. The Nomination Deadline is 12.00pm on 30th June 2009. Nominations can be made online, nomination forms can be accessed in pdf format at www.inyathelo.co.za, or call us to fax a form to you. More details?. Questions or comments? E-mail us at awards@inyathelo.co.za or call Gillian on +27 21 465 6981. Inyathelo - The South African Institute for Advancement Energising civil society by inspiring a passion for philanthropy From nondumisom at ddpdurban.org.za Thu Jun 18 10:06:16 2009 From: nondumisom at ddpdurban.org.za (DDP) Date: Thu Jun 18 10:21:55 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] DDP: Seminar: Dialogues in Diversity Message-ID: <4A39F578.1090101@ddpdurban.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The Human Rights Commission, Black Sash, Democracy Development Programme, Diakonia Council of Churches, Community Law and Rural Development Centre have contracted Professor No?l B. Peters, a Clinical Psychologist and full Professor who was Director, of Cross-Cultural Psychology at Alliant University, Fresno, California as part of their agreement to deepen understandings of Diversity. The workshop is open to a limited number of participants who must be working in the field of race and diversity/ transformation. To register you must provide a motivation for inclusion in the workshop. This invitation is restricted to Civil Society Institutions based in KwaZulu Natal. Only the workshop costs will be covered (meals and materials). Seminar: Dialogues in Diversity Facilitator: Professor No?l B. Peters Venue: Southern Sun, Elangeni, Durban Tuesday: June 23, 17h00 - 20h30 Wednesday : June 24, 08h30 -17h30 Thursday: June 25, 08h30 -17h30 Objectives * To assess individual participant readiness to understand and value diversity * To explore the primary and secondary dimensions of diversity * To enhance participant self awareness of one?s own cultural conditioning, personal values, biases, stereotypes and prejudices * To examine the impact of assimilation and destructive ?isms? in interactions with others * To identify current organizational structures and processes that facilitate or impede individual acceptance of each other?s differences * To explore methods of undoing racism Should you be interested in attending the seminar, please send through a letter of motivation with the completed registration form to Nondumiso on or before the 19th of June 2009 by email: nondumisom@ddpdurban.org.za , Tel: 031 3049305 or Fax 031 3062261. For the registration form and to view Professor No?l B. Peters CV, go to http://www.ddp.org.za/dialogues-in-diversity-registration-form-and-cv-for-prof-nb-peters-3.doc/view From nondumisom at ddpdurban.org.za Thu Jun 18 10:08:29 2009 From: nondumisom at ddpdurban.org.za (DDP) Date: Thu Jun 18 10:22:14 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] DDP: A call to South African Youth Organizations for Youth to Speak Out Message-ID: <4A39F5FD.1000108@ddpdurban.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS A call to South African Youth Organizations for Youth to Speak Out Engaging in Democracy and Grasping Opportunity Raise Your Voice, Share Your Ideas, and Get Involved in Democracy! Submit your essay on democracy, and get your free ticket to the world?s largest gathering of democracy and human rights activists in Jakarta, Indonesia, in 2010! The World Youth Movement for Democracy (www.wymd.org), a youth network of the World Movement for Democracy (www.wmd.org), is pleased to announce the launch of its Global Essay Contest. This year?s questions focus on youth?s perspective on and engagement with democracy to connect them to larger democracy movements. The World Youth Movement also hopes to demonstrate through this contest that there are fundamental characteristics of democracy that have the ability to cross cultures. There will be fifteen regional winners (3 in each region: Asia, Central/Eastern Europe & Eurasia, Middle East & North Africa, Latin America & Caribbean, and Sub-Saharan Africa) who will be given an all-expense paid opportunity to participate in the 6th Assembly of the World Movement for Democracy in Jakarta, Indonesia in April 2010. For more information on questions and submissions, go to http://www.wymd.org/contests.html. The contest will run from June ? September 15, 2009. From training at africancommons.org Thu Jun 18 11:51:41 2009 From: training at africancommons.org (African Commons Project and SANGONeT) Date: Thu Jun 18 13:08:17 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] African Commons Project and SANGONeT: Social Media for NGOs Message-ID: <4A3A0E2D.1060403@africancommons.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Social Media for NGOs Cape Town Date: 6 July 2009 Trying to decide whether to ban or integrate Facebook into your organisation? Think Twitter is inane - or informative? Can blogging *ever* be worth the time? If you missed the pilot training programme ? presented by The African Commons Project and SANGONeT, you?ll be happy to know that it?s back by popular demand! The one-day, hands-on training programme will introduce you to the cutting edge of web 2.0 tools and how they can be effectively used by you and your organisation to enhance operational practice. If you work for or with NGOs - and are comfortable with working online, then this course is a must! Please note that space is limited to 10 participants, so book early. Social media platforms have graduated from 'fad' status and are here to stay. Organisations across the globe are beginning to recognise them as being integral to business strategy. Whether for marketing, stakeholder-relationship management or community-building purposes, these powerful tools can provide new, easy-to-use and accessible ways of amplifying objectives and maximising returns on investment. In the non profit sector where the scarcities of time, money and resources are always playing catch-up to our inspirational strategies, social media platforms can be really helpful tools. These free digital spaces can assist us with connecting, networking, researching and fundraising. It's time that we began to engage with them! The Introduction to Social Media for NGOs one-day training workshop will provide participants with a * Contextual background to social media tools such as blogs and microblogs, wikis, and multimedia file-sharing sites, * Relevant case studies will be shared to illustrate how these tools have been successfully incorporated into organisational practice - from initiatives as diverse as political campaigns to social entrepreneurship. * A 'playroom' space where non profit practitioners can experiment and come to grips with the tools in a practical session. By the end of the course, participants should understand the purpose of social media tools, have a solid idea of how they could be incorporated into an organisation's strategy and a beginner's knowledge of practical application. What should you bring to the course? Apart from your burning social media questions and enthusiasm, please bring a laptop if you have one at your disposal. If you are not able to bring a laptop, please let us know when booking your place at the workshop. Cost: R1, 200.00 per person, including refreshments and lunch. What to bring: A laptop if possible Event venue: Community Chest of Western Cape, 82 Bree Street To book, or find out more information, e-mail training@africancommons.org or phone (011) 327 3155. We look forward to seeing you! From robertsallen at gmail.com Fri Jun 19 11:30:48 2009 From: robertsallen at gmail.com (Netsquared Jozi) Date: Fri Jun 19 11:48:02 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Netsquared Jozi: Call for Presentations/Demonstrations Message-ID: <4A3B5AC8.8090701@gmail.com> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Netsquared Jozi: Call for Presentations/Demonstrations The first Netsquared Jozi meetup will be on July 14th. Netsquared Jozi will be held once every 2 months - These gatherings provide a networking and collaboration opportunity for all those interested in the intersection of social technologies and social change, whether you're part of a non-profit organization or a for-profit organization, a funder or a consultant, a developer or an entrepreneur. We aim to be an empowering community and want to promote and encourage initiatives around Johannesburg. We want to hear about your projects that are using Information and Communication Technology and as such we are formally calling for your presentations or demonstrations. In the first instance please send your details and a brief overview of your presentation/demonstration to Rob Allen (robertsallen@gmail.com). The email subject should be "Net2 Jozi Presentation". Closing date for presentations to be considered for inclusion in the July meet up - 30th June 2009. More information and details about Netsquared Jozi (including the venue) will be made available soon - Please also sign up at the meet up site - http://www.meetup.com/The-Johannesburg-Netsquared-Meetup-Group/ to get updates and to RSVP for the meetup. Date: 14 July 2009 Event venue: To be confirmed Further information about Netsquared can be found at http://www.netsquared.org or email Rob Allen at robertsallen@gmail.com . From info at sangonet.org.za Mon Jun 22 10:14:26 2009 From: info at sangonet.org.za (SANGONeT) Date: Mon Jun 22 10:38:38 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] NGO Pulse Vacancy Digest, Number 2 Message-ID: <4A3F3D62.7080104@sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The aim of the NGO Pulse portal is to provide the South African NGO sector with relevant and up-to-date information. The portal includes the most comprehensive list of NGO vacancies available. The following vacancies expire during the two-week period, 22 June - 3 July 2009: Nisaa Institute for Women?s Development: Operations Manager Closing date: 22 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/nisaa-operations-manager Peace Parks Foundation: Financial Manager Closing date: 22 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/peace-parks-foundation-financial-manager Childline Gauteng: Counselling Services Coordinator Closing date: 24 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/childline-gauteng-counselling-services-coordinator Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative: Programme Officers Closing date: 24 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/repssi-programme-officers South African National Council for the Blind: National Executive Director Closing date: 25 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/sancb-national-executive-director Agenda Feminist Media: Consultant Closing date: 26 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/agenda-feminist-media-consultant Habitat for Humanity: Communications Coordinator Closing date: 26 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/habitat-humanity-communications-coordinator-0 Social Change Assistance Trust: Rural Development Fieldworker Closing date: 26 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/scat-rural-development-fieldworker Southern Africa Trust: Various Positions Closing date: 26 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/southern-africa-trust-various-positions Association for Educational Transformation: Coordinator Closing date: 30 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/asset-coordinator Development Action Group: Programme Director Closing date: 30 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/development-action-group-programme-director Open Society Foundation: Senior Project Officer (Human Rights) Closing date: 30 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/osf-sa-senior-project-officer-human-rights South African Red Cross Society: Accountant Closing date: 30 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/south-african-red-cross-society-accountant World Hope South Africa: Programme Manager Closing date: 30 June 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/world-hope-south-africa-programme-manager AWARD: Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator Closing date: 1 July 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/award-monitoring-and-evaluation-coordinator Philani Development Centre: Human Resource Officer Closing date: 3 July 2009 http://www.ngopulse.org/opportunity/philani-development-centre-human-resource-officer The NGO Pulse Vacancy Digest is published bi-weekly. For information about other vacancies in the NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org/vacancies. For general news and information about the South African NGO sector, refer to www.ngopulse.org. SANGONeT encourages NGOs to contribute information and articles about their work to NGO Pulse. To find out how to register on NGO Pulse and what your status allows you to do, refer to http://www.ngopulse.org/user/register. From info at airsa.org.za Tue Jun 23 13:16:21 2009 From: info at airsa.org.za (AIR) Date: Tue Jun 23 13:19:06 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] AIR: Seeking candidates for a basic education project in Malawi Message-ID: <4A40B985.1060903@airsa.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS The American Institutes for Research (AIR) seeks several qualified professionals for a proposed three-year USAID-funded basic education project in Malawi. This project will seek to support government in improving teacher education support and systems management. Should AIR be awarded this project, assignment to the position would take effect as early as October 2009. All candidates should be fluent in English. Malawi nationals and female candidates are encouraged to apply. Chief of Party (Project Director) Minimum of a Masters degree or equivalent in education or related field (Ph.D or Ed.D preferred). Demonstrated track record with 12-15 years of progressively more responsible international and donor-funded development experience. Previous COP experience is required. Familiarity with USAID or other international donors (at least 8 years of USAID and other experience preferred). Extensive experience in the areas of teacher training and development, education policy, early literacy/numeracy, development and production of teacher/learning materials in developing countries. Experience in East Africa/Sub-Saharan Africa. Director of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research Master's degree in international development, education, demography, statistics, organizational management or a related field. 8-10 years of equivalent experience in monitoring and evaluation. Experience with development of indicators and data analysis, with proven record in monitoring and evaluation. Experience in monitoring and evaluating USAID projects. Experience in systems development and capacity building at the ministerial and local government level. Literacy and Numeracy Advisor Master's degree in primary education, literacy development, or related field. Strong background working in education policy, planning, or in a teaching capacity, particularly at the primary level. Experience in designing and implementing teacher training and/or curriculum development activities. Experience developing early literacy programs. Director of Finance and Administration Graduate degree in accounting or business administration from an accredited university. 5-10 years of experience in project administration, preferably with USAID-funded projects. Knowledge of policy, procedural and reporting requirements, as well as knowledge of local accounting practices and relevant laws, not-for-profit accounting principles, and best practices in the profession. Strong analytical skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. Interested applicants are requested to submit resumes to info@airsa.org.za no later than 3rd July, 2009. From info at thetrainingcompany.co.za Thu Jun 25 14:31:59 2009 From: info at thetrainingcompany.co.za (Peakford - The Training Company) Date: Thu Jun 25 14:52:18 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Peakford - The Training Company: NGO Training Programmes 2009 Message-ID: <20090625123158.44E1A20BC19@zone.sangonet.org.za> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS NGO Training Capacity Building NGO Training Programmes 2009 Peakford - The Training Company Announcement of 2009 NGO focused and customised capacity building programmes, facilitated by subject matter experts, with vast experience in NGOs and related organisations. Practical programmes with real life case studies, site visits, simulations, and personalized attention. Learners get tool kits, templates and guides at the end of the workshops. Programmes, Dates and Costs. * Oversight, Monitoring and Evaluation ,- 20-23 July ?R 4500.00 * Human Resources Management , 3-6 August , 4500.00 * Strategic Management, leadership and Governance Programme, 6-9 July; 19-23 0ctober, R4500.00 * PA and Secretarial Excellence Programme , 16-17 July- Joburg, 6-7 August -CTN R2500.00 * Project Management- The logical Framework Approach, 11-14 August -R4500.00 * Disaster, relief and Emergency Management , 17-20 August ,R4000.00 * Fundraising, Sponsorship and Resource Mobilization , 14-17 September ,R4500.00 * NGO Management Programme, R28-Sept- 01 Oct R4500.00 * Communication, PR, Liaison and Advocacy, 5 -8 0ctober ,R4500.00 * Logistics, Distribution and Warehouse of Relief and Emergency supplies ,02-05 November , R4500.00 * Financial Management, Accounting and Reporting , 16-19 November ,R4500.00 * Advanced Secretarial and Administration Programme, 7-10 November ,R4500.00 For a full programme outline please don?t hesitate to contact albert@peakford.co.za, info@thetrainingcompany.co.za Telephones, +27 11 4037411-2. 011 4037422-3 www.peakford.co.za www.thetrainingcompany.co.za Peakford- The Training Company- Africa?s Premier Training and Capacity Building Company. From mchabala at popcouncil.org Mon Jun 29 09:40:25 2009 From: mchabala at popcouncil.org (Population Council) Date: Mon Jun 29 09:50:13 2009 Subject: [SN-ANNOUNCE] Population Council: M & E Officer Message-ID: <4A486FE9.7090503@popcouncil.org> TO ALL SANGONeT USERS Position: M & E Officer Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Reporting to: Data Manager Salary: Depending on experience & qualifications Duration: One year, renewable dependent on performance and availability of funding Job Description The Population Council is seeking an experienced M & E Officer to help direct a multi-component program designed to provide support to HIV & AIDS and Reproductive Health Programs within the Country. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Data Manager to ensure significant contribution to increased use of high quality services through the provision of technical support, capacity strengthening, improve and expand reproductive health services; supporting the establishment expansion, and the continuum of care services; strengthening capacities for effective HIV & AIDS response at all levels in the province and at national level, ensuring overall HIV & AIDS and Reproductive Health programs information and results reporting. Responsibilities The following are the key result areas for this position: 1. Works closely with the Data Manager to coordinate M & E activities (i.e. support, M & E work plans, site visit plans and capacity building ); 2. Assists the Data Manager in designing and implementing M & E activities on a range of projects managed by staff in South Africa; 3. Assists in setting up of systems at various levels for tracking of the progress of programs and achievement of project objectives; 4. Participates in tool development, proposal writing and fund raising for all programs; 5. Prepares programmatic performance progress updates for donors; Prerequisites * Minimum basic degree in statistics, demography, or public health is required; * 1 year experience in setting up and implementing M & E activities in HIV & AIDS, RH or MCH in a developing Country will be an added advantage. * Good command of M & E issues related to HIV special interest populations such as high risk groups, Orphans, PLWA, Mothers and Children. Familiarity with PEPFAR reporting requirements and knowledge of expected indicators is an added advantage; * Proficiency in the following software packages- SPSS, Stata, or/ an understanding of statistical software and data management is an advantage; * Strong writing skills and experience with producing technical reports; The Population Council is an international, nonprofit, nongovernmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and to help achieve a humane, equitable, and sustainable balance between people and resources. The Council conducts biomedical, social science, and public health research and helps build research capacities in developing countries. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are a qualified candidate and are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to the attention of: Human Resources Department, Population Council, P.O.Box 411744, Craig hall, 2024 Or email to: mchabala@popcouncil.org; The closing date for applications is 13th July 2009.