About the Organisation
WWMP is a non-profit organisation that specialises in developing democratic mass media and organisational platforms nationally and in several local communities that focus on socio-economic and political issues that affect them. Its activities include mass media productions, education and training and organising support for trade unions and working-class communities.
About the Job
The Deputy Director will provide direction, co-ordination and leadership to WWMP and project implementation, monitoring and evaluation. He/she will be responsible for translating the organisation’s mission into realistic goals and objectives by ensuring that Operations and Projects are aligned with the WWMP Mission and Vision.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising for projects and core activities.
Ensure that projects are managed and implemented effectively.
Coordinate and monitor the hiring and performance of employees.
Prepare and monitor the organisation’s budget and finance reporting.
Ensure effective, efficient and economic utilisation of WWMP financial resources.
Ensure effective Human Resource Management.
Provide expert analysis on prevailing and emerging political and socio-economic issues.
Liaise, meet and support project co-ordinators and the director where required.
Produce donor reports in relation to specific projects.
Requirements
Ideally experience in working in an NGO and/or trade union environment.
Post graduate qualification within the Arts or Social Science field and/or Media/Communications - however, other job- related education, experience or training might be substituted for all or part of the above.
Strategic Management and Decision-making Skills.
Project Planning and Management.
Administrative and Fundraising skills.
Analytical skills and knowledge of Political Economy along with an understanding of working class and labour issues, TU’s, social movements and the political and social environment.
Conflict Management skills
Good understanding and appreciation of the media.
Coaching and Mentoring and problem solving skills.
Excellent Communication (at least two SA languages), Presentation and Marketing.
To apply
Please note that this is a 1-year contract with a possibility of renewal subject to funding and performance with a hybrid working model.
In order to apply, email your application by Friday 10th November 2023 to tracy@actionappointments.co.za - send your completed AA bio form, letter of motivation and updated CV (all in MS Word format).
About the Organisation
WWMP is a non-profit organisation that specialises in developing democratic mass media and organisational platforms nationally and in several local communities that focus on socio-economic and political issues that affect them. Its activities include mass media productions, education and training and organising support for trade unions and working-class communities.
About the Job
The Deputy Director will provide direction, co-ordination and leadership to WWMP and project implementation, monitoring and evaluation. He/she will be responsible for translating the organisation’s mission into realistic goals and objectives by ensuring that Operations and Projects are aligned with the WWMP Mission and Vision.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising for projects and core activities.
Ensure that projects are managed and implemented effectively.
Coordinate and monitor the hiring and performance of employees.
Prepare and monitor the organisation’s budget and finance reporting.
Ensure effective, efficient and economic utilisation of WWMP financial resources.
Ensure effective Human Resource Management.
Provide expert analysis on prevailing and emerging political and socio-economic issues.
Liaise, meet and support project co-ordinators and the director where required.
Produce donor reports in relation to specific projects.
Requirements
Ideally experience in working in an NGO and/or trade union environment.
Post graduate qualification within the Arts or Social Science field and/or Media/Communications - however, other job- related education, experience or training might be substituted for all or part of the above.
Strategic Management and Decision-making Skills.
Project Planning and Management.
Administrative and Fundraising skills.
Analytical skills and knowledge of Political Economy along with an understanding of working class and labour issues, TU’s, social movements and the political and social environment.
Conflict Management skills
Good understanding and appreciation of the media.
Coaching and Mentoring and problem solving skills.
Excellent Communication (at least two SA languages), Presentation and Marketing.
To apply
Please note that this is a 1-year contract with a possibility of renewal subject to funding and performance with a hybrid working model.
In order to apply, email your application by Friday 10th November 2023 to tracy@actionappointments.co.za - send your completed AA bio form, letter of motivation and updated CV (all in MS Word format).
