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The Youth Empowerment and Transformation Trust Zimbabwe is looking to welcome new colleagues on regional exchange!
About The Youth Empowerment and Transformation Trust (YETT):
YETT is a youth networking organization committed to the full participation of young people in sustainable development through advocacy and capacity building of youth and youth organizations in Zimbabwe and beyond.
Vision – A just inclusive society where young people fully participate and lead in sustainable development.
Mission – A youth networking organisation committed to the full participation of young people in sustainable development through advocacy and capacity building of youth organizations in Zimbabwe.
In existence since 2004, YETT is a national youth-driven and youth-serving institution that works to strengthen the capacity of youth organisations in their contribution to sustainable development in Zimbabwe and beyond. The youth driven and youth-serving institution does advocacy work to ensure that the policy environment in which youth operate is improved. YETT’s key objectives are tied to its major program activities, which can be summarised as:
- To build the capacity of youth and youth organisations to deliver for national development through training, technical and financial support.
- Engage in policy advocacy to create an environment conducive to youth and other citizens through national level advocacy and reform efforts.
- Strategic-level activities such as research, assessments/analysis, strategy development for institutions working on citizen engagement in the economy and political life.
To attain these objectives, YETT is working as a network of youth organisations that are working on enhancing youth participation in development. Currently, the YETT membership stands at 40 + youth driven, focused, and led organisations working in all 10 provinces of Zimbabwe.
Programs Officer – Communications
PURPOSE:
The position is within the Programs Department, working with the Research, Advocacy and Knowledge department, as a member of the Communications team. The officer will be responsible and accountable for supporting internal and external communications and learning; providing technical, administrative, logistical, and clerical support to enable efficient and effective implementation of internal and external communications and, supporting YETT in building the capacity of its partners in communications and creative advocacy.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate, develop, and facilitate capacity-building workshops, seminars, and various platforms to enhance network partners’ and member organizations’ ability to execute creative advocacy initiatives.
- Design and implement campaigns on inclusion and access in higher education.
- Manage the dissemination of campaign materials, information resources, and report on their impact.
- Provide consistent support for the Programs Department, including the documentation of impact and significant change stories.
- Collaborate with colleagues to collect data on the effectiveness of programs through reports, newsletters, social media, and other communication channels.
- Act as an in-house editor to ensure that all external communications meet quality standards.
- Draft advocacy articles, press releases, radio scripts, branding materials, and profiling articles for the organization.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the effective documentation of YETT’s initiatives.
- Develop clear, innovative, consistent, and coherent messaging about YETT and its programs.
- Oversee photography and documentation efforts.
- Document and disseminate data, evidence, promising practices, and key lessons from programming, focusing on packaging this information for funding partners and key stakeholders.
- Take responsibility for monthly newsletters, social media posts and schedules, podcasting, and other multimedia content.
- Assist in coordinating the representation of the organization in regional and international platforms and partnerships.
- Contribute to strengthening the institutional capacity of YETT and extending the sustainability of the organization, sharing experiences and best practices from their home organizations concerning institutional strength and internal governance.
- Promote knowledge management and institutionalization of past experiences.
- Provide support to YETT departments as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Media Studies, Communications, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience (2+ years) in communications.
- Social Media & Design Savvy.
- Strong writing and editing experience.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Familiarity with the non-profit or development sector is advantageous.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in English (both spoken and written); additional language skills are a plus.
- Knowledge of the Southern African higher education system and policy desired.
- Previous experience in a social movement, community-based organisation or youth organization desired.
- Must be able to work efficiently and independently, and to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Applicants must be between the ages of 18-30 years old.
THE EXCHANGE
This opportunity is part of the 2025 regional exchange between The Youth Empowerment and Transformation Trust in Zimbabwe, the Zambian National Education Coalition in Zambia and Equal Education in South Africa, supported by the Norwegian Agency for Exchange Cooperation (Norec).
The exchange will last for a period of 14 months (February 2025 – April 2026), with 12 months abroad in Harare, Zimbabwe, followed by 2 months follow-up work with your ‘sending’ organization; EE in South Africa.
Through international exchange, the overall objective is to empower young people to have the agency and means to meaningfully participate in the pursuit of access to quality and inclusive education for all.
The following expenses will be covered by YETT:
- Housing costs, including gas, electricity, water, etc.
- Travel insurance and health insurance for the whole exchange, including during the training period.
- Monthly stipend/salary.
- Travel costs to and from your home country, and to and from mandatory Norec Preparatory and Homecoming trainings.
- Departure/start-up funds that may cover passport fees, visas, necessary vaccinations, work permits, etc.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Each application should include a CV and a letter of motivation (one page). Each document must be saved with your name, surname, and the type of document: eg. xxx_xxx_CV. Please save all documents in pdf format. You should motivate specifically for the position you are applying for and detail your interest and suitability to work at the Youth Empowerment and Transformation Trust in Zimbabwe. Generic cover letters are strongly advised against.
Please include three contactable references.
The email subject line must clearly state the position you are applying for.
Applications must be sent to hr@equaleducation.org.za
Closing date: 25 October 2024
