Opportunities

Duty Station: Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Organisational Unit: Programmes Department

Type of Appointment: Fixed term with possibility of extension based on performance.

Estimated Starting Date: 01 October 2023

Job Description

General functions:   Under the direct supervision of the Programmes Manager, in coordination with other Programme Units; the successful candidate will be expected to work on a full-time basis during the assigned period. Among other regional administrative duties, he/she is expected to:

• Facilitate and maintain regular communication with members in the region.
• Update and maintain a membership database and other relevant partners.
• Establish professional relationships with members, partners, and other key constituencies.
• Administer the Regional Office filling system, maintaining, logging, filling, and updating records in the prescribed format for subsequent use.
• Coordinate monitoring efforts, measuring results and impact of programmes, and activities in liaison with the head office including reporting on developments and trends in the Region.
• Provide operational and logistical support towards the implementation of project activities and the fulfilment of Regional Office obligations.
• Facilitate dialogue and engagement platforms between NANGO and key stakeholders including government officials, parliamentarians, and the private sector in the Region.
• Contribute to the development of strategic alliances and networks between and among NGOs and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the association at high-level dialogue and engagement fora and meetings with the Government of Zimbabwe and other stakeholders from the public sector, private sector, and civil society in the Region.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts for the region to function optimally.
• Facilitate governance processes at the regional level such as Annual General Meetings and Board Meetings liaison with the Regional Executive Committee

Required Competencies

Professionalism: Strong communication and analytical skills and ability to rapidly process and integrate diverse information from various sources; proven ability in advocacy, management, writing, and editing to meet tight deadlines; thorough knowledge of development issues, understanding of, and experience in, dealing with the media.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and Organising: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

An Advanced University Degree (A master’s degree or equivalent) in Law, Public Policy Analysis, International Relations, Development Studies, or a related field is preferred.  A first-level University Degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced University Degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience either in legal analysis, public policy analysis, development work, administration, or related areas, including experience in the management of projects in the NGO Sector is an added advantage.
• Previous experience of working with and through development partners.
• Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of local and international NGOs, government, and development partners.
• Knowledge of both Ndebele and Shona is an added advantage.

How To Apply

Prospective applicants who are enthusiastic about this opportunity are invited to submit the following documents: a motivational letter, a curriculum vitae, and copies of academic certificates. Please send these materials to ngorecruitmentzw@gmail.com with the subject line “WESTERN REGION COORDINATOR 2023” no later than September 21, 2023. Any applications received after this deadline will regrettably be disqualified.

We strongly encourage women to apply!

Closure Date: 21/Apr/2023, 11:59:00 PM
Organisational Unit: FAO Representation in Mozambique (FRMOZ)
Job Type: Staff position
Type of Requisition: Professional Project
Grade Level: P-2
Primary Location: Mozambique-Maputo
Duration: Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension
Post Number: 2009476
CCOG Code: 1A08
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values
• FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
• FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organisation.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

Organisational Setting
Through its Country Offices, or FAO Representations, FAO assists governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to address hunger and malnutrition, and provides technical support for the sustainable development of their agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors. The activities of the FAO Country Offices include design and implementation of country-tailored field programmes, liaison with local donor representatives, and active public awareness-raising and outreach activities related to FAO initiatives such as the World Food Day.

The Communication Officer will serve specifically two projects: The project “PROMOVE Agribiz” and the Agro-Industrial Development Programme (ProDAI) respectively funded by the European Union and Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS). The objective of both projects is to contribute to sustainable, inclusive and broad-based economic growth and poverty reduction in the context of national food and nutrition security as well as climate change. The specific objectives are: i) to improve food and nutrition security and resilience of smallholders through climate-smart and nutrition-sensitive agriculture development in the provinces of Nampula and Zambézia; and ii) to enhance rural competitiveness through increased participation of smallholders and Micro, Small – Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in economic activities, economic diversification, improved access to rural services and improved rural investment climate in the provinces of Nampula, Zambezia, Sofala and Manica. Both projects relay on important institutional cooperation at central, provincial and district level. The broad range of stakeholders from Public, Private and Community Based Organizations, requires a significant of communication, information and visibility actions.

The position is located in the FAO Representation in Maputo, Mozambique.

Reporting Lines
The Communication Officer reports to the FAO Representative, under the direct supervision of the Technical Adviser/Head of Programme and in close collaboration with Project Coordinator(s), and in liaison as necessary with the Regional Communications Officer at RAF.

Technical Focus
To increase visibility of the projects and promote awareness of their activities and impact, the Communication Officer will develop and manage an effective strategy for producing key communication materials and surfacing them on the organization’s main platforms, identifying and increasing FAO participation in relevant events, and providing assistance to the communication team of the FAO Representation in Mozambique when required. S/he will also develop the relevant information materials to be broadcasted for large audience of farmers.

Key Results
The provision of internet and internal communication.

Key Functions
• Processes, coordinates arrangements and delivers services.
• Researches and analyses communication policy and service delivery issues, maintains operational statistics and prepares related reports.
• Contributes to the development of information and training materials and coordinates and assists in the presentation of information/training sessions to management and staff.
• Provides information and advice to management and staff.
• Participates in project teams and work groups.

Specific Functions
• Works closely with the Programme team and members of the project teams to keep abreast of the project activities.
• Facilitates information exchange between partners and identified stakeholders.
• Provide support to the project experts pre-drafting articles.
• Assures the visual identity of any communication and information material produced by the programmes and assuring the proper visibility of the donor.
• Collects success stories and shares them in the broadcasting and social media tools adopted by the different programmes.
• Follows up the relevant procurement processes assuring timely execution.
• Ensures that all communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards.
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CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in communication, social science, journalism, political science or a related field
• Three years of relevant experience in in communication, web publishing and/or social media networks
• Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.
• Ability to translate complex and technical communications to a wide and varied audience, in a simple and concise manner, cooperate with officials in national governments, intergovernmental organizations facilitating the buy-in for complex schemes/systems involving relevant stakeholders.
• Understanding of FAO policies and programmes is considered a strong asset.
• Extent and relevance of experience in the field of web publishing and social media networks as well as in editing communication, promotional or technical materials, working with government institutions at different level.
• Extent and relevance of experience in working with government institutions at different levels.
• Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of Portuguese is considered an asset.

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Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

• FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment
• Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
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CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/salary.htm
Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:
• Dependency allowances
• Rental subsidy
• Education grant for children
• Home leave travel
• 30 working days of annual leave per year
• Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
• International health insurance; optional life insurance
• Disability protection

FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes:
• elements of family-friendly policies
• flexible working arrangements
• standards of conduct

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HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications and language skills;
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile;
• Once your profile is completed, please apply and submit your application;
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided on your online profile;
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications;
• Incomplete applications will not be considered;
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered;
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

Position Title: Communications and Visibility Specialist

Opportunity Type: Employment
Position Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Reports to: Team Leader

Application Deadline: 10 March 2023

Duration of Contract: April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and maintain a communication and visibility strategy for the Southern Defenders.

• Devising advocacy priorities and strategies, identifying advocacy opportunities, and undertaking advocacy directed at influencing governments, intergovernmental organisations, and human rights bodies and experts on the protection of civic space and HRDs;

• Undertaking research and analysis, and preparing reports and publications, in relation to matters relevant to civic space, HRDs and human rights systems;
• Acting as a spokesperson for Southern Defenders where appropriate, including through the preparation of statements, media releases, and op-eds and representing Southern Defenders on panels and events;
• Manage the website and social media accounts of Southern Defenders, Executing a mixture of reactive social content and planned campaigns to the highest editorial standards.
• Develop a Southern African-focused media list for Southern Defenders;
• Monitoring key developments in relation to HRDs and threats to civic space, and preparing and publishing timely commentaries on such developments;
• Contributing to the writing, editing and publishing of Southern Defenders publications; newsletter, and research op-eds;;
• Provide the Southern Defenders with an assessment of its media footprint, branding and reputation in the Southern African region;
• Assisting with planning, preparations and conduct of Southern Defenders events; online dialogues, interviews, webinars and field visits;
• Undertaking all such other tasks, including administrative and logistical tasks, as necessary for the effective operation of a lean Network;
• Be available upon reasonable notice for regular meetings at the Southern Defenders’ Offices or via online media with Southern Defenders Staff and other partner organisations; and
• Report to Southern Defenders Team Leader through the Regional Programmes Manager and coordinate with other Southern Defenders staff and Network, including regularly sharing progress made with regards to all activities in terms of this agreement.
• Contribute to the compilation of the annual work plan and monitor the progress of its implementation;
• Work as a team member and actively support the achievement of collective goals and professionalism in line with stated rules and specific global and individual achievements as stated in the work plan;
• Work in line with provisions stipulated in the Southern Defenders’ human capital and talent management policy;

• Carry out any other responsibilities as assigned by the Team Leader or designated supervisor.

Qualification and Experience: 

• A degree or diploma in Communications, Media, Journalism, Law Political science, Human Rights, Psychology, Social Science etc or a relevant professional credential;
• Proficient knowledge and proven experience in non-profit and NGO communication, media, advocacy work, and training facilitation, with a strong focus on Human Rights Defenders for a period of 3 to 5 years;
• Experience working within the NGO sector is desirable;
• Journalistic experience is desirable;
• Experience in content creation and social media strategies for human rights work in Southern Africa;
• Excellent level in English (written and spoken); Proven writing skills a must;
• Commitment to defending human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and advancement of civic space.

Essential Skills 

• Fluent across social media, digital media and communications platforms;
• Skilled at quickly crafting accurate content with a knack for storytelling and advocacy messaging;
• Excellent organisational, planning and time-management skills, ability to take initiative and capacity to adapt to changing priorities and needs;
• Attention to detail and accuracy;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well as part of a diverse and inclusive team and thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment;
• Excellent language skills in spoken and written English, French, Portuguese and major local vernacular languages of Southern Africa an added advantage;
• Advanced computer skills, especially with Word Press, Canva, Adobe Applications, Microsoft Office, Social Media Platforms, and Digital Technology;
• Ability to operate spreadsheets and word-processing programmes at a highly proficient level;
• Knowledge about one or more computerised digital design and content creation software is necessary;
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times.

Application Process: 

Submit your application letter and CV via email to: recruit@southernafricadefenders.africa before 10 March 2023 – 5:00 pm SAST, addressed to the Team Leader, Southern Defenders

Please specify the position in the subject line: Communications and Visibility Specialist

The application should include:

• Application letter (in English, no longer than two pages, incl. salary expectations)
• Curriculum vitae (in English, no longer than 2 pages)
• Two (2) reference persons (only short-listed candidates’ reference persons will be contacted)

Please note: Only short-listed candidates will be invited for interviews. 

Duty Station: Bikita and Insiza Districts

Deadline: 14 February 2023

Jekesa Pfungwa Vulingqondo (JPV) is a Women Empowerment, Local Non-Governmental Development organization working with women, men and youths in Zimbabwe to redress the gender imbalances in society and empower women. The organization is alive to the fact that society is fraught with unequal gender relations perpetuated by a complex interaction of cultural and structural factors. JPV works to open women’s minds to realities of these barriers and bring women together within their communities to formulate local solutions to local challenges.

JPV is implementing a social mobilization programme promoting SASA Faith to combat Sexual, Gender and Based Violence in Faith communities and as such seeks to recruit District Officers for the programme in Bikita and Insiza. The officer should be resident or be able to relocate to the preferred district. Reports to the Programmes Manager.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Support to Start Awareness Support Action SASA! Faith Teams:

• Support technical capacity building of SASA! Faith teams, through trainings and workshops
• Support SASA! Faith teams to ensure SASA! Faith phase action plans are planned and developed in a timely manner that meets project objectives.
• Mentor and guide SASA! Faith team in planning, implementation, documentation, and monitoring of SASA! Faith activities.
• Build and maintain excellent working relationships with SASA! Faith teams
• Monitoring and support to Community Activists

Learning and Knowledge Management:

• Coordinate SASA! Faith phase training planning, delivery, and evaluation
• Provide logistical support for trainings
• Participate in shared learning spaces with colleagues on SASA! Faith
• Collect case studies and provide content demonstrating the impact of SASA! Faith for donor reports and other publications.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• In coordination with the SASA! Faith team, Programmes Manager and M&E Officer, ensure timely and accurate M&E plans to ensure that SASA! Faith outcomes remain on track and align to the project outcomes and targets
• Provide guidance and support to SASA! Faith teams on the effective use of SASA! Faith M&E tools, data entry, data analysis and reporting.

Other:

• Participate in organisational quarterly meetings, programme review meetings and any other meetings as required
• Undertake any other responsibilities assigned by the Program Manager

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Development studies, Gender Studies or a related social science degree

Experience

Minimum two years of working in a local development organisation

Experience in GBV programming, including prevention and response strategies

(Experience of working to support SASA! Or SASA! Faith programming / working in a faith-based institution is an added advantage).

Skills

Excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills, particularly in relation to facilitating trainings on GBV; Highly organised, with excellent planning, prioritisation and problem-solving skills; Excellent report writing skills and an aptitude for designing projects and proposals; Competent in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and with internet/email; Demonstrate a commitment to gender equality and an ability to influence and engage others to support gender issues; Capable of working efficiently under tight deadlines; Spoken and written fluency in English.

To apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their applications to ngozimvacancies@gmail.com and indicate the preferred district. This is a women centred project, hence female candidates with a Christian background are encouraged to apply. Please send your detailed CV with 3 traceable referees (max 3 pages) and motivational letter by close of business on 14 February 2023.