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Black Sash seeks to appoint a National CBM Manager, based in Claremont, Cape Town with a hybrid working option.
Black Sash’s mission is to work towards the realisation of socio-economic rights, as outlined in the SA Constitution 1996, with an emphasis on social security and social protection for the most vulnerable, particularly women and children. We will, in the course of our work, explore options to significantly help to reduce poverty and inequality.
The core responsibilities of the National CBM Manager position is to work closely with the Executive Director and Regional Managers and be responsible for the development, implementation, report production, periodic evaluation of the programmes and the line management of regional managers to ensure that regional programmes work cohesively with national programmes. (Regional Managers manage regional offices) Specifically, manage the implementation of the Community-Based Monitoring programme and take forward the Black Sash vision, mission, values and strategic plan.
Key Job Requirements:
Manage the implementation of the Black Sash’s Community-Based Monitoring Project (CBM) across the country (this entails setting up tools, and providing training and support to regional offices across the country).
Develop, coordinate, oversee and ensure the management of any online and/or paper-based monitoring tools and other supporting materials.
Data analysis, synthesis of monitoring findings produce cyclical CBM reports, and make appropriate advocacy recommendations.
Produce internal quarterly consolidated programmes reports, and bi-annual consolidated programme reports which will be made available to donors for compliance and stakeholders to drive the national advocacy agenda.
Support the ED with annual planning and reviews, and strategy sessions.
Have strong knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) including ZOHO database management.
Manage and support regional managers to manage and oversee the programmatic and human resource needs of the four regional offices.
Support regional programme development, implementation and evaluation.
Support fundraising with necessary information when required,
Manage and oversee budgets of four regional offices and offer budgeting support and service provider management as required.
Develop and strengthen Black Sash’s research, monitoring and evaluation objectives.
Experience:
A degree in the fields of humanities or equivalent;
Experience in the design and delivery of adult and popular education training and materials development (would be an advantage)
Advanced knowledge and experience of Project/Programme Management
Advanced knowledge and expertise in M&E systems and how to use research to drive advocacy campaigns
A minimum of 10 years of relevant working experience, including project and staff management experience
Sound knowledge and understanding of key issues in the area of human rights, social justice, poverty and inequality, socio-economic rights and a good grasp of the broader political and developmental context in South Africa.
Strong planning, organisational, strategic and analytical skills and advanced conceptual writing skills
Knowledge and understanding of the role of civil society in building democracy;
Thorough knowledge of the SA Constitution as well as aspects of government precepts, regulations and laws – with emphasis on (i) Social Security/Protection; (iii) Labour Law and (iv) Administrative justice; and (iv) Consumer Protection would be an advantage.
Good command of information technology and database management.
Candidates must have a valid driver’s licence.
Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English is required, and at least one other South African language
Black Sash is looking for a candidate who is committed to human rights, who can think proactively, and creatively and is prepared to work hard, under pressure and to the deadline, often beyond normal office hours, and to travel occasionally.
Preference will be given to women in line with our Black Sash Policy.
How to apply?
Please send :
A letter of motivation highlighting your suitability to the role
Updated CV with contact details of three work-related referees
Submit your application to annelie@maraisbutton.co.za from MaraisButton & Associates.
Closing Date: 22 November 2024
Start date: Immediately
Employment Type: Permanent
Cost to Company: R 746 061,92 per annum (including benefits)
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within a month from the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful
