About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)  

About the Position

The Bookkeeper will assist the Finance Team with maintaining a set of accounts from source documentation to books of prime entry. He/she will ensure compliance with Sonke’s finance policies and procedures. The incumbent will primarily be responsible for processing financial transactions on Pastel Evolution, i.e., cashbooks, processing journals, assisting in loading segments, loading budgets, staff advance reconciliations, bank reconciliations. He/she will assist with the drafting of donor reports and audits (annual and donor). 

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Compliance
2. Ensure compliance with the Sonke financial policies and procedures

• Staff Advances
• Follow up on outstanding cash advance recons with staff.
• Check and reconcile slips/receipts against recon sheet.
• Follow up with managers/budget holders for authorization when necessary.
• Prepare an outstanding staff advance recon schedule and email to staff twice a month.
• Forward and follow up on queries and discrepancies.
• Process staff advance recon journals on Pastel Evolution.
• File the final advance reconciliation against payment requisition.
• Complete Staff Debtors Reconciliation monthly.

• Transacting Processing
• Capture all payments on Pastel Evolution within five working days of transaction having been processed.
• Capture month-end transactions (including deposits and other payments like bank charges, statutory payments and credit card payments, etc.).
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Process journals (donor reallocations, correction of errors and accruals).
• Check for supplier invoices that are not reflected on Pastel.
• Deactivate donor codes on Pastel (this can be up to or more than 200 segments or line items per donor).
• Loading account segments on pastel
• Loading budgets
• Check if closed donor codes have entries captured pre- or post- project period.

• Financial Reports
• Assist with preparation of donor reports.
• Assist with monthly project reports.

• Audits
• Assist in the preparation for the annual audit and additional donor audits.
• Gathering of relevant documents as requested by the auditors.
• Preparation of year end schedules and compile all other documentation required by the external auditors.
• Prepare for the annual audit to ensure records are up to date and on hand.

• Administration
• Maintain files of the finance department (filing of journals, bank reconciliations, telegraphic transfers and donor reports on a monthly basis).
• Attending all staff meetings, staff retreats and staff trainings as required.

Qualifications and experience

• Certificate or degree in financial management or bookkeeping or extensive experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in working as a bookkeeper/accountant of a medium sized South African NGO.
• Working experience with Pastel Evolution.
• Strong understanding of financial management principles.
• Experience with audit requirements.
• Proven initiative and ability to take on and complete projects.
• Proficient in MS Excel.
• Knowledge of SARS policies and processes.
• Knowledge of the Income Tax Act.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written skills and ability to communicate effectively. 
• Ability to work independently, balance multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines. 
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise time and work effectively.
• Pays attention to detail, displays a high level of integrity, able to multi-task and is deadline driven.
• Strong focus on deadlines and procedures.
• Assertiveness regarding correct practices and procedures.
• Ability to prepare and facilitate skills.
• Ability to make presentations.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Reflective and open to learning.

To Apply

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, a motivation letter detailing your experience and contact details of 3 referees to [email protected]; the closing date is 11 May 2025.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you are not contacted by 30 June 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply.  All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.  

Position: Research Intern – Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE)
Location: Remote
Reports to: Regional RMEL Coordinator and SRHR Specialist
Contract Length: 12 months
Start date: 1 February 2025
Type of Employment: Full-time, Internship
Stipend: R7000

The Research Intern will assist in the implementation of the Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) across Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia. The intern will support the planning, coordination, data collection, and reporting aspects of the project, ensuring that the youth-led research is carried out effectively. The intern will work closely with the Regional RMEL Coordinator, supported by the SRHR Specialist, Regional SRHR Coordinator, and Regional SRHR Senior Trainer to assist with the implementation of the YPAR with key emphasis on research and administrative support, operational and logistics support, quantitative and qualitative data collection, coding and analysis, quality control and data management. The intern will liaise with local partners, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of project objectives. 

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Support

• Provide research and administrative support to project team.
• Liaise and co-ordinate with country teams regarding the follow up of study participants and scheduling of interviews/focus group discussions/surveys.
• Attend research meetings as required for project staff.

Data Collection & Research Administration

• Assist in developing research tools (surveys, interview guides) in collaboration with youth researchers and project partners.
• Oversee the collection of data, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and completeness of all collected information.
• Conduct in-depth literature reviews.
• Support the monitoring of data entry and storage, ensuring it is properly cataloged and accessible for analysis.
• Participate in the analysis of collected data, supporting youth researchers in interpreting findings.
• Assist with qualitative data management and analysis as needed.

Dissemination

• Assist youth researchers and partners in organizing the dissemination of research findings in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia and coordinate media outreach.
• Support youth researchers in preparing presentations, reports, and policy briefs to communicate research findings to stakeholders and policymakers.
• Coordinate the preparation of information, education, and communication (IEC) materials for youth advocacy efforts.

Reporting & Communication

• Maintain comprehensive records of project activities, including meeting notes, field reports, and updates from youth researchers.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly progress reports.

Capacity Building

• Assist in facilitating capacity-building workshops for youth researchers, including organizing training sessions on research methodologies, data analysis, and advocacy.
• Provide youth researchers with ongoing technical and support.
• Assist with designing, developing, and distributing materials on the study.
• Organize virtual and in-person meetings for youth participants, stakeholders, and facilitators, including scheduling and preparing necessary documentation.

Key Performance Areas

• Support coordination of YPAR activities across three countries.
• Ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
• Provide support for workshops, trainings, and events.
• Assist in preparing advocacy materials and reports for dissemination.

Educational Requirements

• Masters level qualification in social sciences, public health, international development, or a related field.
• Familiarity with SRHR, CSE, or youth development issues in sub-Saharan Africa is highly desirable.
• Exposure to different research tools and methods.
• Demonstrated experience in program planning and organizing.
• Demonstrated experience in qualitative (interviews and focus group discussion) data collection and quality control.
  Must have experience in conducting literature reviews

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in multicultural teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Google Meet).
• Strong writing and reporting skills.
• Basic understanding of research methodologies (surveys, interviews, focus groups) and data collection processes.
• Willingness to travel and engage with communities in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia.
• Excellent communication – verbal & written skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Experience

• Prior experience working in project coordination or research assistance is an asset.
• Experience in youth engagement or working with community-based organizations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with SRHR programs, especially CSE, in sub-Saharan Africa is an advantage.

Personal Qualities

• Proactive, innovative and eager to learn.
• Passionate about youth-led initiatives, SRHR, and gender equality.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to work in a multi-cultural team.

Key Relationships

• SRHR Specialist
• Regional RMEL Coordinator
• Regional SRHR Coordinator
• Regional SRHR Senior Trainer
• Coordination Intern
• Youth Researchers in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia
• Local Partners and Stakeholders

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV detailing their qualifications and experience. Applications should be sent to [email protected] by 10 December 2024.

Position: Coordination Intern – Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE)
Location: Remote
Reports to: Regional RMEL Coordinator and SRHR Specialist
Contract Length: 12 months
Start date: 1 February 2025
Type of Employment: Full-time, Internship
Stipend: R5000

The Coordination Intern will assist in the coordination and implementation of the Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) across Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia. The intern will support the planning, coordination and logistics aspects of the project, ensuring that the youth-led research is carried out effectively. The intern will work closely with the Regional RMEL Coordinator, supported by the SRHR Specialist, Regional SRHR Coordinator, and Regional SRHR Senior Trainer. The intern will liaise with local partners, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of project objectives. Key functions include research administration, communication and event coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Support

• Assist in planning and coordinating YPAR activities, including youth recruitment, training workshops, and field data collection.
• Maintain regular communication with youth researchers in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia to ensure the timely execution of tasks and reporting.
• Ensure that all activities are conducted according to ethical guidelines, safeguarding the welfare of all participants.
• Attend research meetings as required for project staff.
• Support the monitoring of data storage, ensuring it is properly cataloged and accessible for analysis.

Dissemination

• Assist youth researchers and partners in organizing the dissemination of research findings in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia and coordinate media outreach.
• Support youth researchers in preparing presentations, reports, and policy briefs to communicate research findings to stakeholders and policymakers.
• Support the preparation of information, education, and communication (IEC) materials for youth advocacy efforts.

Reporting & Communication

• Maintain comprehensive records of project activities, including meeting notes, field reports, and updates from youth researchers.
• Provide administrative support to the project team and ensure smooth communication between all project participants.

Capacity Building

• Assist in facilitating capacity-building workshops for youth researchers.
• Provide youth researchers with ongoing logistical support.
• Assist with designing, developing, and distributing materials on the study.
• Organize virtual and in-person meetings for youth participants, stakeholders, and facilitators, including scheduling and preparing necessary documentation.

Key Performance Areas

• Support coordination of YPAR activities across three countries.
• Ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
• Provide effective logistical and administrative support for workshops, trainings, and events.
• Assist in preparing advocacy materials and reports for dissemination.

Educational Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, international development, or a related field.
• Familiarity with SRHR, CSE, or youth development issues in sub-Saharan Africa is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in program planning and organizing.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in multicultural teams.
• Strong administrative and logistical skills
• Excellent communication – verbal & written skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Google Meet).
• Strong writing and reporting skills.
• Basic understanding of research methodologies (surveys, interviews, focus groups) and data collection processes.
• Willingness to travel and engage with communities in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia.

Experience

• Prior experience working in project coordination or research assistance is an asset.
• Experience in youth engagement or working with community-based organizations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with SRHR programs, especially CSE, in sub-Saharan Africa is an advantage.

Personal Qualities

• Proactive, innovative and eager to learn.
• Passionate about youth-led initiatives, SRHR, and gender equality.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to work in a multi-cultural team.

Key Relationships

• SRHR Specialist
• Regional RMEL Coordinator
• Regional SRHR Coordinator
• Regional SRHR Senior Trainer
• Research Intern
• Youth Researchers in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia
• Local Partners and Stakeholders

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV detailing their qualifications and experience. Applications should be sent to [email protected] by 10 December 2024

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the Position

The CEM Project Administrator will report to the CEM Provincial Manager – EC and will be a crucial member of the support team for Sonke’s Community Education & Mobilisation programmatic activities working closely with colleagues in the CEM Team.

Key duties and responsibilities

Project support

• Provide administrative support to CEM activities, archiving all important reports into the CEM’s intranet page.
• Coordinate and facilitate workshop arrangements including catering, venue, meeting materials etc.
• Maintain an up-to-date calendar of unit activities.
• Serve as a primary point of direct administrative contact liaison with community action team members, external institutions and partners on a range of specified issues.
• Addressing queries and requests from external stakeholders and donors.
• Provide support with the compilation of documents for funding proposals and applications. 
• Participate in the development of the CEM annual work plan. 

Administration

• Manage the filing and data management system for CEM Unit activities, including maintaining a database of project documents and partner contacts. 
• Co-ordinate logistics including partners per diem, logistic notes etc. of CEM meetings and events, such as annual national planning meetings, training events and other significant events.
• Minute taking and administrative support in meetings, where necessary
• Follow up on payments with Finance department. 
• Provide support to the CEM unit manager and team members with expense requisitions and reconciliations.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of trips of CEM unit members
• Procurement of office stationery and other project equipment

Budgeting and compliance

• Support project coordinators with tracking expenses for budget management.
• Participation in budget development and transferral.
• Ensure strict compliance to reporting Sonke’s internal policy protocol. 
• Provide regular feedback to CEM on performance regards to compliance.
• Provide technical assistance to internal staff members on Fusion. 

Monitoring and evaluation

• Support with coordination of evaluations/endline/ baseline reports for CEM projects in conjunction with the RME unit as required.
• Assist the project team with data collation and reporting it to RMEL.
• Transcribe individual interviews for analysis on request. 

General

• Attend staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings and international meetings as required.
• Attend stakeholder meetings, donor meetings and conferences where necessary and when required to do so.
• Ensure the continued development of relationships with stakeholders and potential and existing partners to further the work of the unit.
• Network strategically with partners.

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant undergraduate degree
• National Diploma in Business Administration
• Minimum of 2 years job related experience.
• 2-3 years’ experience working on matters related to men, gender, HIV and/or SRHR, preferably assisting programme management in these areas.
• Project Administration and coordination within the NGO sector environment.
• Budgeting skills and experience in assisting with programme management.
• Administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written English skills
• Previous research and writing skills will be an advantage

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with use of e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software and use of the Internet
• Ability to handle a large variety of details and to work with all levels of organisation.
• Ability to handle sensitive and extensive confidential data.
• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Personal qualities

• Confident, assertive communicator who can work comfortably with diverse groups of people and across all levels.
• Excellent writing skills in English and preferably, but not required, another SA language.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise work and manage deadlines.
• Innovative and creative, able to see new opportunities.
• Planning and time management – meets deadlines.
• Reflective and open to learning.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 13 December 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Applicants must be based in South Africa.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply. All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met.
• Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us by 31 January 2025. 
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the Position

The Deputy Finance Manager will assist the Finance Unit Manager in ensuring the existence of sound financial management systems and the adherence to policies and procedures. The Deputy Finance Manager will work closely with the Finance Manager to provide input and assistance throughout the finance cycle from budgeting and planning to actual expenditure, reporting and audit preparations; will assist in the development, coordination and controlling of the budgeting process; monitor the results by providing all necessary financial and narrative reports for funders and donor organizations, the board and SMT and will assist in the overall financial management and planning including cash flow projections, payments, project financial reports, donor reporting, donor audits, organizational audit and sub-awards audits.

Key duties and responsibilities

The Deputy Finance will be responsible for:

Budgeting and cash flow forecast

Budgeting

• In consultation with the Finance Manager assist with the preparation for meetings convened in October of each year to assess programme plans for the following year, forecasting flow of funds and budgeting expenditure for each programme. Utilizing the above process, draft an organizational budget for the following year.
• Assist in providing informed financial updates, reports and advice and ensure that any critical operational issues related to finance are flagged and addressed.
• Assist budget holders with drafting of budgets.
• Monitor budgets for over and under expenditure for specific projects and donors.

Cash flow forecast

• Assist the budget holders to draft cash-flow forecasts for the upcoming months.
• Ensure that funds are transferred between investment and current accounts monthly as needed.
• Ensure that invoices due to the donor has been processed and submitted.
• Ensure timeous follow up on outstanding invoices.

Accounting and reporting

• Ensure that Sonke complies with the Companies Act 2008 and with the Companies Regulations, IFRS and the Code of Good Governance for NPO’s.
• Assist in preparing financial reports for Board meetings.

Donor financial reports

• Check GL to ensure accuracy in terms of donor allocation.
• Liaise with program staff to ensure prompt payment, submission of accurate financial information, timely follow-up and error free posting and record keeping.
• Draft donor financial reports according to donor requirement.
• Attend meetings with donors and brief budget holders accordingly. 

Supervise payments 

• Ensure that payment requisitions are authorized with supporting documents and invoices reconciled to the statements.
• Ensure that invoices are reconciled to the statements.

Transaction Processing

• Ensure that transactions are processed accurately and timeously.

Financial reports

• Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial reports.
• Assist in the preparation of the full analysis of the statement of financial position, statement of comprehensive income and other reports at month end.

Asset Register

• Maintain the asset register.
• Ensure that the Office Co-Ordinator conducts a physical inspection of all assets of the organization annually and support the office coordinator in this regard.

Compliance and financial policies and procedures

• Assist Financial Manager to refine financial systems to ensure proper and transparent financial management in line with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Assist Financial Manager to ensure financial policies and procedures are reviewed and updated annually and monitor internal controls and compliance.
• Work with the Finance Manager to develop and coordinate the annual workplan and budgeting process.
• Assist in ensuring that the organization is SARS compliant with regards to Income Tax, VAT, UIF, and PAYE and that all submissions and payments are done by the due date.
• Assist in the management of the cash flow of the organization, together with control of all bank accounts, petty cash floats and organizational credit cards
• Ensure the provision of internal financial reports each month that include Financial reports for the previous month as well as year-to-date showing expenses incurred, funds available and funds needed. This should include the SFP and SCI and Variance reports per donor.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures, including compliance with donor contracts.
• Assist in training budget holders and operation staff on compliance areas in the agreement.

Audit management

• Assist the Finance Manager to manage the relationship between the designated audit firm and Sonke and prepare for the annual audit.
• Assist with the coordination with donors who require project audits, as well as oversee quarterly internal audits.

People management

• When required, assist the finance unit manager to induct and orientate new staff for the unit.
• Assist finance team by sharing information and 
• Encourage staff to participate in their own development. 

To Apply

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letterdetailing experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 30 September 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• For non-South African nationals, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs; employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply. All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met.
• Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us by 31 October 2024.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the Position

The purpose of the Community Mobiliser is to mobilise the community to participate in the program implementation, training of community and other related activities that seek to provide knowledge, skills and motivation to promote gender equality and prevention of Gender Based Violence.

Key duties and responsibilities

Community mapping 

• Assist the Senior Trainer to conduct community mapping of the areas where the Sonke intervention will be implemented.

Recruitment 

• Assist the Senior Trainer to recruit participants for women leadership, Gender Based Violence prevention interventions, supporting community mobilisation and other activities such as workshops, dialogues, IEC, soccer/sports sessions.

Community Action Teams and CBO’s 

• Work with Community Action Team (CAT) and other Community Based Organisations to carry out messages of the Inkanyezi project, amplifying the voices of women in the communities.
• Support Community action team activities, working with the Senior Trainer.
• Attend all stakeholder meetings with or on behalf of the Senior Trainer.

Community Mobilisation

• Assist with community mapping, outlined by the Senior Trainer.
• Assist with the Identification of ‘young women’ settings’ within those communities, such as youth clubs and churches through community mapping exercise.

Community Events 

• Assist with the recruitment of community events such as traditional, elected and religious meetings, door-to-door campaign, mass mobilisation, and schools’ program etc.

Facilitation of community education and mobilisation sessions and other Sonke workshops

• Assist with the facilitation of Community Education and Mobilisation sessions and other Sonke workshops for women leadership.
• Assist with mobilization for policy and advocacy related activities.
• Assist with preparations for training and dialogue logistics.

IEC Talks

• Co-conduct IEC talks with the Senior Trainer in different places in Mnquma and Mbhashe municipalities.
• Distributing IEC materials such as gender-based violence prevention i.e. pamphlets, female condoms, other related materials.

Reporting

• Timely collation and submission of activity reports to the Senior Trainer.
• Administration.

Administration

• Ensure that you are familiar with Finance, Administration and Procurement procedures and ensure that these are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure requisitions, quotation and payments are prepared in line with the payment process.

General

• Facilitate a smooth exit from target area at the end of the project period.
• Other related tasks as assigned.
• Attending all staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings and international meetings as required.

Qualifications and experience

• Senior Certificate.
• A Diploma or other higher education qualification will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in programmatic aspects related to HIV/AIDS and reproductive health, the prevention of gender-based violence and community mobilisation.
• Experience working in the areas of gender equality, gender-based violence, intimate partner violence, human rights, including working with girls.
• Good knowledge of the Public, Private and NGO sectors in South Africa.
• Significant experience with facilitation, writing field reports, liaison with the M&E office, and people management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Facilitation skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Communication – the ability to express yourself clearly and concisely.
• Relationship management and can interact at all levels.
• Report writing skills.
• Ability to prepare and give trainings.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to meet deadlines and targets.

Personal qualities

• Confident, assertive communicator who can work comfortably with diverse groups of people and across all levels.
• Excellent writing skills in English and preferably, but not required, another SA language.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise work and manage deadlines.
• Innovative and creative, able to see new opportunities.
• Planning and time management – meets deadlines.
• Reflective and open to learning.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 23 August 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Applicants must be based in South Africa.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply. All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met.
• Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us by 30 September 2024.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the Position

Sonke is looking for a committed, suitably qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Accountant who will be responsible for assisting in budgeting, establishing and maintaining financial procedures, implementing the internal control systems, maintaining financial records, preparing monthly, quarterly and annual project financial reports and assisting in the preparation of management reports. The Accountant will ensure compliance with Sonke’s accounting policies and procedures and various donor procedures as well as with all regulatory requirements. This is a varied and exciting role and will ensure that the financial resources are put to good and intended use and will provide effective and efficient support.

Key duties and responsibilities

Budgeting and cash flow forecast

Budgeting

• In consultation with the Finance Unit Manager manage monthly cash flow forecasts and fund requests in line with approved activity plans.
• Support the Finance Unit Manager with the preparation of the annual organizational budget.
• Assist budget holders with drafting of budgets.
• Monitor budgets for over and under-expenditure for specific projects and donors.
• Advise budget holders of over and under-expenditure monthly.

Cash flow forecast

• Assist the budget holders in drafting cash-flow forecasts for the upcoming months.
• Ensure that funds are transferred between investment and current accounts monthly as needed.
• Ensure that invoices due to the donor have been processed and submitted.
• Ensure timeous follow-up on outstanding invoices.
• Monitor cash flow.

Accounting and reporting

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual donor reports.
• Day-to-day financial control and accounting.
• Control account reconciliations.
• Review partner financial reports submitted.
• Conduct financial monitoring visits to partner organizations.
• Assist with month end processes.
• Maintain a fixed asset register.
• Process monthly bank reconciliations.

Budgeting

• Assist in program budgets and budget revisions for all grants submitted by the organization in coordination with the applicable programmatic staff.
• Preparation of timely variance reports monthly and maintain consistent interaction with the program staff to monitor the financial progress of grants against the plans.
• Participate in monthly budget holders meeting and guide project managers on project status burn rate.

Statutory submissions

• Prepare VAT submissions to the South African Revenue Services.

Audit

• Assist in preparation for the projects and annual audits under the supervision of the Finance Manager liaise with auditors.

Payments & Journals

• Setting up of payments for approval on online banking system and filling of supporting documentation.
• Prepare all other journals and posting of payment vouchers including deposit of income and cash refunds journals, payroll and general journals and ensure they are correctly and timely captured in the accounting system as stipulated in the financial guidelines.

General

• Lead and undertake proper filling of financial documentation including vouchers, invoices monthly partner financial reports and ensure safe keeping of all financial documents.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Finance Unit Manager.

Compliance and financial policies and procedures

• Ensure compliance with the Sonke financial policies and procedures by all partners. 
• Ensure compliance with donor contracts.
• Maintaining a proper filing system on all awards.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures by all partners.
• Ensure sub-award files are complete and accurate, including documents on pre- and post-award assessments, signed sub-award agreements, budget, narrative and financial reports, audit reports and any key communication.
• Provide timely and accurate donor reports to appropriate staff and/or to donors
• Provide reports, when required, on sub-award management processes. 
• Ensure procedures are in place to comply with donor and Sonke compliance requirements.
• Participate in regular sub-award meetings.
• Maintain a sub-award schedule detailing all compliance issues.

General

• Attend staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings, unit meetings and international meetings as required.
• Maintain relationships with the bank, auditors and donors.

Education, experience and competencies

• Bachelor of Commerce degree.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position with excellent knowledge of the NGO sector in South Africa.
• Strong computer skills especially with MS Word and Excel and other related packages.
• Self- starter, experience working with multi-donors.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Problem-solving skills, the ability to work under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exhibit the highest standards of excellence and integrity, and display always a courteous, professional and cooperative attitude.
• Fluency in English a requirement & valid driver’s license essential. 
• Budgeting and financial management skills.
• Proven ability to interpret financial statements and use this information to contribute to strategic decision making.
• Sound decision making and judgment.
• Can manage complexity and think strategically.
• Exceptional ability to write financial reports.
• Relationship management and can interact at all levels.
• Research, writing, application and thought leadership.
• Ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities and follow up regularly.
• Ability to make presentations.
• Ability to work under pressure.

To Apply

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 26 August 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply. All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met.
• Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us by 30 September 2024.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the Position

The Resource Mobilisation Intern works to support resource mobilisation, income generation, donor relations and donor reporting. In consultation with Resource Mobilisation Specialist and RM Manager, the intern will support the implementation of the resource mobilisation strategy for the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Support the RM Specialist and RM Manager to implement the resource mobilisation strategy for the organisation. 
• Assist the RM Specialist and RM Manager to identify new institutional, government, corporate and private donors.
• Work closely with RM Specialist and RM Manager and programme staff before a proposal is developed to strategise around potential projects and process.
• Stay abreast of the literature and developments in the field to ensure that proposals are current and to identify new opportunities.
• In consultation with SMT, RM Specialist RM Manager and unit managers, assist to develop Sonke’s sub-grants and fee for service portfolios. 
• Together with the RM manager & RM Specialist, work with the unit managers to identify new sub-grant opportunities and prepare new proposals.
• Support RM Specialist and RM Manager to coordinate an annual donor meeting.
• Coordinate with RM Specialist and RM Manager to support the conduction of annual donor surveys.
• Research innovative communication strategies for donor stewardship.
• Support RM Specialist and RM Manager to maintain a funding register of grant proposals.
• Support RM Specialist and RM Manager in tracking the proposals that were approved.
• Support RM Specialist and RM Manager is assessing rejected proposals.
• Support RM Specialist and RM Manager in ensuring reports meet donor compliance.
• Support RM Specialist and RM Manager to maintain a donor database.
• Create and maintain all donor files in hard copy (the files must include all key information including contracts, proposals, budgets, financial, narrative and audit reports and key communication with the donor including request for changes to the budget).

Educational requirements

• Degree in relevant field.
• Evidence of studentship with institution.
• Experience and interest in non-profit sector and administration.
• Strong interest in working on issues related to human rights, GBV and HIV and Aids, gender equality.
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Able to write clearly, concisely and persuasively.
• Detail oriented, excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines; punctuality and regular attendance required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work efficiently with competing demands.
• Able to work independently and in a multicultural team.

To Apply 

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 2 August 2024. 
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 
• For non-South African nationals, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs; employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply. All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met. 
• If you do not hear from us by 30 August 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the Position

The Resource Mobilisation Specialist works to support resource mobilisation, income generation, donor relations and donor reporting. In consultation with the Resource Mobilisation (RM) Manager, the Resource Mobilisation Specialist will support the implementation of the resource mobilization strategy for the organisation. 

Key duties and responsibilities

Resource mobilisation strategy 

• In collaboration with the RM Manager, implement the resource mobilisation strategy for the organisation
• In collaboration with the RM Manager, develop an annual work plan that is aligned to the resource mobilisation strategy
• Identify, in consultation with the RM Manager, new institutional, government, corporate and private donors. 

Proposal development

• Work closely with the RM Manager and programme staff before a proposal is developed to strategise around potential projects and processes. 
• Work in consultation with the RM Manager and management, project staff and finance to develop persuasive proposals and budgets to submit to new and existing donors. 

• Stay abreast of the literature and developments in the field to ensure that proposals are current and to identify new opportunities. 

Income generation 

• In consultation with the RM Manager, senior management team and unit managers, develop Sonke’s sub-grants and fee for service portfolios. 
• In consultation with the RM manager, develop a work plan to roll out income generation activities through the Training Institute. 
• Work with the unit managers to identify new sub-grant opportunities and prepare new proposals, including project budgets, aligned to sub-grant opportunities. 

Donor reporting and relations 

• Support the RM Manager with regular communication with donors, including distribution of Sonke’s newsletter and other relevant materials.
• Support RM stewardship of donor representatives by inviting them to participate in project activities, where appropriate. 
• Support the RM Manager to host an annual donor meeting. 
• Coordinate with the RM Manager to conduct an annual donor survey. 
• Support and manage the donor reporting schedule and ensure that project staff and all unit managers and senior management are aware of all upcoming report deadlines. 
• Work with the CSI Manager to improve and develop communications material needed for portfolio development of income-generating portfolios (sub-grants and training institute) such as brochures, newsletter articles, etc. 
• Together with unit managers and the CSI team, ensure donors are suitably recognised and visible in Sonke’s communications, PR materials and social media. 

Administration and database management 

• Support the RM manager to maintain a funding register of grant proposals tracking approved, rejected and those proposals still in progress. 
• Support the RM Manager to maintain a grant management dashboard, capturing all compliance-related detail including reporting deadlines.
• Support RM Manager to maintain a donor database.
• Create and maintain all donor files in hard copy and on the shared server. 

Qualifications and experience 

• Degree in relevant field or extensive related experience
• Experience and interest in the non-profit sector and administration
• Experience in working with large budgets and multiple donors 
• At least 5 years of working experience on issues related to human rights, GBV and HIV and Aids and gender equality
• Minimum of 5 years relevant professional working experience in a senior role in marketing, public relations or corporate social investment 
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Strong financial understanding of budget development and management
• Able to write clearly, concisely and persuasively 
• Detail oriented, excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills, ability to adhere to deadlines, punctuality and regular attendance required 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse cultural backgrounds
• Ability to work efficiently with competing demands
• Ability to work independently and in a multicultural team

To Apply 

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing your experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 2 August 2024. 
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 
• For non-South African nationals, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs; employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply.  All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met. 
• If you do not hear from us by 30 September 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.  

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the position

Sonke seeks to recruit an M&E Intern to be based in the Maseru office. The M&E Intern will be responsible for capturing data from various source documents and partners for storage, processing and management purposes.

Responsibilities 

• Accurately input data into Sonke database systems, ensuring completeness and correctness.
• Verify data for errors or discrepancies and resolve them promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure data integrity and consistency.
• Meet deadlines for data entry tasks while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Assist in the development and implementation of data entry processes and procedures.
• Execute any other task as instructed by the supervisor.
• Collection, transcription and collation of learning agenda data (will include field travel)

Qualification 

• Minimum – Degree in Social Sciences 

Experience 

• Proficient typing skills with high accuracy and speed.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Familiarity with data entry software, such as Microsoft Excel or database systems.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing requirements.
• Respect for confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations.

To Apply 

Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, certified educational transcripts and a motivation letter (please provide contact details of two referees) detailing experience. Email to the following: [email protected] on or before 26 July 2024.

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)

About the Position

The role of the Coordinator is to facilitate and coordinate implementation and ensure completion of specific project deliverables by ensuring consistency with the project description, project workplan, budget and Sonke’s strategic plan and operational plans. The coordinator will oversee the day-to-day activities of the two subgrantee CBOs in the catchment areas.

The Coordinator will also work closely with the IMS team guided by the CEM Program Specialist to implement measures to prevent new HIV infections and contribute to the prevention and response to Gender Based Violence. This is achieved through training and mentoring of community action team members, partners, working with men, boy, women, girls, and non-gender conforming persons in the target areas to reduce the spread and impact of HIV and AIDs. Furthermore, the Coordinator will work with partners to by reduce new HIV infection and STIs, increasing the uptake of HIV services targeting men, and challenging the gender inequalities that exacerbates the spread and impact of HIV and AIDs.

Key duties and responsibilities

Coordination, implementation and reporting

• Lead with the planning and implementation of projects activities. Centre.
• Coordinate activities and support the Program Specialist in all implementation plans.
• Contribute to the unit’s monthly program reports.
• Contribute to the writing up of donor reports.
• Present reports defining project progress, problems, and solutions.
• Project evaluation and assessment of results.

Development and provision of IEC materials

• Assist the Programmes Specialist to develop and provide IEC materials.
• Distribute materials in accordance with the work plan.
• Provide the project staff and partners with the materials and resources to execute their tasks efficiently.

Capacity development and monitoring

• Provide training and mentoring in the identified areas on the implementation of Sonke content and model.
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Assemble and co-ordinate project staff.
• Track team deliverable using appropriate tools.
• Provide direction and support to project teams.

Community mobilisation and network building

• Support the trainers and Community Action Teams on implementing Sonke’s community mobilising strategies.
• Strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders (MSATs, health care workers, police, educators/school, faith leaders, local government/ward councilor’s).
• Conduct and host quarterly partner meetings.

Provision and distribution of training materials

• Provide training materials, condoms, IEC materials and other promotional materials to Community Action Teams and Community Based Organizations.
• Track the success of the interventions and the distribution of materials undertaken by identifying and providing training and mentoring to Community Action Teams in identified areas on the implementation of the Sonke model approaches. These approaches include mass mobilization, ambush theatre, street soccer, digital storytelling, community radio talk shows and others. Facilitate all bi-monthly Community Action Teams and monthly community activities.

Monitoring and evaluation

• Monitor and evaluate project success and compliance with deliverables.
• Facilitate a smooth exit from the target area at the end of the project period.

Administration

• Ensure that you are familiar with Finance, Administration and Procurement procedures and ensure that these are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure requisitions, quotations and payments are prepared in line with the payments processes.
• Ensure that all M&E are correctly completed and submitted timeously.
• Attending all staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings and international meetings as required.

Qualifications and experience

• Matric and a University Degree in Social Sciences with a strong preference for Public Health or Human Rights.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience of working in a complex human rights & public health environment.
• Extensive knowledge on Community Development and Engagement and a track record of community mobilisation.
• Expertise in any of the following areas will be of benefit: HIV prevention, gender equality, gender-based violence, sexual and reproductive health and rights, democracy, elections and governance; peace and conflict; fatherhood, human rights.
• Experience in project supervision, donor reporting and time management, presentation skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently, balance multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritize time and work effectively.
• Pays attention to detail, displays a high level of integrity, able to multi-task and is deadline driven.
• A valid RSA Drivers (advantageous).
• Ability to prepare and facilitate skills.
• Ability to make presentations.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Reflective and open to learning.

To Apply

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing your experience and contact details of 3 referees to [email protected]; the closing date is 18 June 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you are not contacted by 31 July 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply. All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke Gender Justice

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men, and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy, and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society, and citizens’ capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About CSM STAND Consortium

In September 2021, Pact was awarded the five-year Civil Society and Media – Strengthened Together and Advancing in New Directions (CSM-STAND) for Africa and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) program by USAID. The Regional Leader with Associates Award (LWA) aims to foster independent civic forces; enhance civic engagement; and build vibrant, resilient, and self-reliant civil society and media sectors that cultivate more pluralistic, democratic societies. To reach this goal, CSM-STAND designs and implements innovative and adaptive civil society and media programs, advances trans-regional learning, and develops next-generation, sustainable technical resources that positively influence wider practice within the civil society and media sectors. The CSM-STAND consortium is composed of leading global, regional, and technical partners with extensive practical experience and knowledge of fundamental principles, key issues, current practices, and emerging trends in the DRG community.

About the position

In partnership with IREX under the CSM – STAND, Sonke Gender Justice seeks to employ a Regional Senior Trainer for its two regional projects SIMA and Transform. 

TRANSFORM (Transform Digital Spaces Activity) supports practical approaches to preventing, mitigating, and responding to Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV). It particularly focuses on addressing violence experienced by women in politics and public life. The goals of the Transform project include Addressing the root causes of TFGBV; Strengthening capacity and collaboration between diverse local actors who monitor, analyse, prevent, mitigate, and respond to TFGBV; Creating accountability mechanisms for those who enable and perpetrate TFGBV; Catalysing public demand and support for equity-focused gender and digital citizenship norms and policy reform. The program is being piloted in three countries: Kenya, Georgia, and Guatemala.

(SIMA) Sustainable Independent Media Activity: The project is aimed at enhancing the resilience and quality of independent radio stations in South Sudan. The goal is to produce high-quality, accurate, and relevant information, expand audience reach through innovation and technology, and build trust with constituencies. SIMA also focuses on various cross-cutting issues such as gender equality, youth development, trauma-sensitivity, sustainability mechanisms, environmental compliance, and policy and governance support. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to integrate media development with other critical areas of social development.

Key duties and responsibilities

Overall support towards planning, development and implementation of the project.

• Lead with the development and/or adaptation of new training material and provide support to the GESI specialist.
• Lead in organising and conducting online/field training and mentoring.
• Coordinate capacity-building efforts and provide assistance and advice on using digital media and Community mobilisation strategies working with the GESI specialist. 
• Lead and coordinate the provision and distribution of project materials.
• Field support to partners
• Attend and contribute to partners meetings.

Contribute to and undertake research to support the project.

• Perform periodic desktop research on different themes and topics assigned by the GESI Specialist
• Provide a summary of key findings.

Conduct training for partner organisations and in-country partners on gender norms transformation. 

• Conduct training for partner organisations and in-country partners on Technology Facilitated GBV /GESI approaches. 
• Assist with curriculum development and reviewing of activities.
• Develop workshop programmes in conjunction with the programme/GESI specialist.
• Ensure that workshop materials and supporting documents, i.e. handouts are in place.
• Collect workshop materials that will inform the writing of monthly field reports.
• Write and submit workshop reports timeously.

Support end project review processes. 

• Assist with reviewing and collating project documents and reports in preparation for the mid-term project review processes.
• Provide any logistical support with regards to hosting and organising meetings
• Provide a summary of the activities that took place from the previous quarter/semester.
• Attend and participate in deep-dive sessions (including bi-weekly partners meeting).

Contribute to the development of donor reports. 

• Assist with documenting experiences and lessons learned from the field and provide a summary of key results (Significant stories of change).
• Lead in writing field-based reports.

Supporting other International Program Unit activities

• Support the development of the MenEngage Africa (MEA) network within Africa and outside, by creating country-based linkages with MEA country-based programmes, and SIMA and Transform countries, including undertaking research, running training courses, and developing tools.
• Attend Sonke/MenEngage Africa meetings, where appropriate and requested.

Administration 

• Ensure that you are familiar with HR, Finance, Administration and Procurement procedures and ensure that these are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure requisitions, quotations and payments are prepared in line with the payments processes.

General

• Facilitate a smooth exit from the target area at the end of the project period.
• Other related tasks as assigned.
• Attending all staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings and international meetings as required.

Qualifications and experience

• Recognised university diploma/degree in relevant subject area or equivalent experience. 
• Fluency in English. The ability to speak French and at least one local language from the African region as well as Arabic would be an advantage.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications; i.e. Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and custom on-line applications.
• Recognised commitment to promoting gender equality, human rights and social justice. 
• 3-5 years’ work experience in the gender field; experience in the African region and internationally.
• Familiarity with gender transformative work with men and boys, including primary social change strategies, key organisations and networks in the region, key research findings and the associated evidence base for the work is an advantage. 
• Experience in training of organisations on gender equality. 
• Familiarity with the Western, Southern, Eastern African region and the Middle East and North Africa region, and on policies and programmes relating to gender equality and gender-based violence engaging men and boys an advantage. 
• Excellent written and spoken English skills. Ability to write in French and other African languages – as well as Arabic – an advantage.

Desired Interpersonal Skills

• Must be a persuasive communicator with excellent writing, editing and public speaking skills in English and Sesotho.
• Proven ability to excel as a collegial member of a diverse team and in working in a multicultural cross-continental working environment.
• Excellent diplomatic and problem-solving abilities, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to engage in and contribute to on-going socio-political debates.
• Must be discrete and able to handle confidential matters with integrity.
• Must have well-developed emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, self-management, and empathy.
• Attention to detail and the ability to prioritise work and manage deadlines.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees, to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected] closing date 31 May 2024.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply. 
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30 June 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
• The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/) 

About the Position

The Senior Trainer is responsible for providing Gender Equality and Youth inclusion knowledge, skills to adolescents and Youth in and out of school, and to Community Based Organisation representatives, including Government Departments, especially the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of Social Services (DSD), the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the South African Police Services (SAPS). The Senior Trainer will also provide capacity building support and mentoring to the trained Youth Ambassadors and other Community Action Team members. They will also work with relevant stakeholders to enhance the enablement of Youth’s agency to access SRHR and prevent GBV.

They will further provide training and technical support on how to engage the targeted community in activities that change society’s knowledge, attitude and behaviour that will lead to the promotion of equality amongst learners, including the promotion of Sexual Health and Reproductive Rights of Adolescents Youth.

Key duties and responsibilities

Training of Social Services Professionals and Community Based organisation representatives 

• Plan, recruit and facilitate the training of Ambassadors (Change Agents) and Community Action Teams and Community Based Organisations such as Traditional Leaders, Faith Based Leaders, Community Influencers including parents and caregivers.
• Work with Youth to undertake youth-led advocacy and implementation of localised GBV laws in the province

Recruitment 

• Recruit Youth and other participants for workshops.
• Recruit Youth out of school for community dialogues. 
• Recruit participants for project research related activities. 
• Recruit participants to participate in the media project related activities. 
• Recruitment of learners & CBO’s representatives (in selected sites).
• Facilitate some activities after school pending on the understanding with the school.
• Recruit participants for equitable parenting and gender violence prevention programs. 

Support Community sessions, GBV forums and CBO’s 

• Establish and strengthen the Youth Ambassadors forum.
• Support and Monitor Parenting sessions. 
• Ensure monthly GBV and SRHR meetings are carried out.
• Attend all scheduled meetings on a weekly basis. 

Community Mobilisation 

• Provide inputs to formative research conducted by RMEL, including identifying communities to work in, focusing on areas in which Sonke is already active or in which new CAT branches are going to be established.
• Identify ‘Youth settings’ within those communities, such as schools, taverns and churches through community mapping exercises.

Community Events 

• Liaise with Community Leaders for the recruitment of larger community events.
• Conducting community events such as dialogues, community imbizos. 
• Secure expert speakers for public events. 

Facilitation of Sonke dialogues and workshops 

• Prepare logistics for the training. 
• Facilitate SSP’s & CBO’s training as per the planned activities.
• Conduct and administer M&E tools.
• Support the provincial manager to facilitate provincial stakeholder`s training and meetings. 
• Administer referral system.

IEC Talks

• Conduct IEC talks at different places as and when need arises.
• Distributing IEC materials such as Access to Justice, Equitable Parenting, Gender and SRHR pamphlets.
• Mural painting

Reporting 

• Record one on one reports.
• Collate all CAT reports.
• Timely collation and submission of monthly activity reports.
• Send data evidence to the designated M&E staff member.

Administration 

• Ensure that you are familiar with Finance, Administration and Procurement procedures and ensure that these are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure requisitions, quotations and payments are prepared in line with the payments processes. 
• Ensure that all M&E are correctly completed and submitted timeously. 

 General 

• Facilitate a smooth exit from the target area at the end of the project period. 
• Other related tasks as assigned.
• Attending all staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings and international meetings as required.

Qualifications and experience 

• Matric and a University Degree in Health Sciences – gender studies, political science, or another field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of HIV/AIDS & reproductive health, the prevention of gender-based violence and community mobilisation. 
• Good knowledge of the Public, Private and NGO sectors in South Africa. Expertise in training Professionals on Parenting, Gender, HIV/AIDS & reproductive health, gender, social cohesion, advocacy, and community mobilisation. 
• Proficiency in African languages 
• Driver’s licence is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Facilitation skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Communication – the ability to express yourself clearly and concisely.
• Relationship management and can interact at all levels. 
• Report writing skills.
• Ability to prepare and give training.
• Ability to make presentations.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Qualities 

• Confident, assertive communicator who can work comfortably with diverse groups of people and across all levels.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise work and manage deadlines.
• Innovative and creative, able to see new opportunities. 
• Planning and time management – meets deadlines. 
• Reflective and open to learning.

To Apply 

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing your experience and contact details of 3 referees to [email protected]; the closing date is 20 May 2024. 
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you are not contacted by 30 June 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply.  All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met. 
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty.)

About the position

The National Programmes Manager – CEM Unit is responsible for the overall programme management, strategic oversight, and management support to the CEM Provincial Managers, Programme Specialist and other programme staff, the coordination of CEM stakeholder meetings and convening regular meetings with key civil society and government stakeholders nationally. Provide support to the Senior Management Team on donor relations, especially the preparation of CEM specific proposals and donor reports and representing the organisation in national and international meetings. Ensure the implementation and management of the CEM operational plan and assist in drafting unit budgets, budget management, tracking and monitoring. Working very closely with the Research, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Unit and other units within Sonke.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Project management and implementation: Work with the CEM teams in the relevant provinces, convenes project planning meetings for all projects, conceptualise projects and develops detailed work plans with clear targets and timeframes, ensuring that staff understand their roles and responsibilities, including the distinct tasks involved in community education and community mobilisation. Ensures that all projects in all provinces are on target, meets deliverables and achieves intended impact, including community mobilisation and Community Action Team (CAT) development activities.
2. Staff management: Convenes and documents weekly team meetings to review project status, conducts and documents monthly one on one staff supervision meetings, adheres to compliance specific criteria, carries out and documents 2 to 4 observations per month of training activities, and provides ongoing mentorship and support to CEM Provincial Managers, trainers and peer educators to ensure that their work is of a high standard, meets project goals and promotes staff development. Furthermore, ensures that staff are thoroughly orientated with Sonke’s Human Resource policies and procedures.
3. Capacity development: Curate material development and contribute to the review of existing materials and curriculum to ensure relevance and accuracy, oversees development of new curricula and materials and ensures roll-out across all relevant Sonke teams. Leads on the ongoing refinement and implementation of Sonke’s community mobilization and community action team model. Support coordination of induction and ongoing training so that the training staff have the skills and knowledge needed to implement popular education methodologies with adults and youth.
4. Support Research, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning: Develops or contributes to research outputs including development of abstracts. Submits all agreed upon reports (project reports, budgets, supervision reports, observation reports, team meeting reports, stakeholder meeting reports, community mobilisation and CAT reports), monthly. Actively contributes to the development, review and sign-off on Sonke’s capacity building model for working with partner organisations, including M&E systems to assess the impact of our capacity building work. 
5. Compliance and risk management: Ensures adherence to Sonke’s procurement policies, including proper preparation of requisitions, quotations and payments in liaison with the finance unit for all project activities. Authorise payments as per Sonke’s levels of authorisation. Identify and manage financial and programmatic risk.
6. Donor liaison and reporting: Timeous development of donor reports. Analyse monthly financial reports and provide feedback to the finance team. Track and monitor expenditures. Ensure compliance with donor regulation and financial cost principle.
7. Participate in and support resource mobilisation: Contribute to Sonke’s resource mobilization strategy. Support programme design and development and fundraising activities.
8. Participate in management meetings: Prepares for and participates actively in monthly CEM unit meetings, in full management team meetings and SMT meetings (if required). 

Competencies and skills

• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of Sonke and the CEM unit.
• Demonstrates integrity by Sonke’s values and ethical standards.
• Strong people skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Significant experience working on issues related to gender equality, GBV, HIV and human rights.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Organises and accurately completes multiple tasks by establishing priorities while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships.
• Plans, coordinates and organises workload while remaining aware of changing priorities and competing deadlines.
• Establishes, builds and maintains effective working relationships with staff and partners to facilitate the provision of support.
• Ability to design and develop programmes.
• Stakeholder management and engagement.
• Ability to disseminate research findings in formats relevant to communities and partners.
• Exceptional public speaking and formal presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Budget development, tracking and monitoring.
• In-depth knowledge of M&E, gender and development issues. 
• Good understanding of capacity assessment methodologies and excellent ability to identify significant capacity building opportunities.
• Self-Management and the ability to focus on results for the team.
• Interpersonal and people management skills.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive constructive attitude.
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
• Has excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Sensitive and responsive to all partners.

Qualifications and experience

• Recognised bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Developmental Studies and/or equivalent of 5 to 7 years’ work experience in social development sector and non-profit organisation.
• A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years project management experience and monitoring programme implementation.
• Fluency in English, a local language is advantageous.
• Above average competence in the use of Microsoft packages. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, i.e. Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Experience in donor reporting and liaison.
• Significant budgeting and financial management skills.
• Interpersonal and people management skills.
• Very good writing skills with the ability to write clearly & concisely.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience working in the NGO environment & with international donors.
• Willingness to travel 20 to 30% of the time.

To Apply 

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 30 April 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Applicants must be based in South Africa.
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply. All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met.
• Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us by 31 May 2024.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)

About this position

The programme specialist will be responsible for overseeing Sonke projects in the Western and Northern Cape. They/She/He will be responsible for managing various aspects of projects, including planning, and overseeing project implementation across the two provinces. Implementing program policies, conducting research and acquiring resources, and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Key duties 

Project Management Reporting

• Overseeing the planning and coordination of project activities and providing guidance on project implementation to the project team.
• Convenes and documents Monthly team meetings to review project status, conducts and documents monthly one-on-one staff supervision meetings, and provides ongoing mentorship to the team to ensure that their work is of a high standard, meets project goals and promotes staff development.
• Report monthly and quarterly on project progress to Sonke staff, management, stakeholders, and funders.
• Materials and curriculum development
• Revises existing materials and curriculum to ensure relevance and accuracy, oversee development of new curricula and other project-related materials.
• Contribute to ongoing RME&L, support the baseline, mid-term, and end of project evaluation of the project, coordinate focus country evaluations.

Training and capacity strengthening

• Conduct capacity assessment of the team and implementing partners to identify areas for development.

• Provide relevant tools and strategic information documents to community partners to help them in the implementation of programmatic work 
• Support given to partner organisations.
• Periodic check in with partner organisations to provide support and guidance in the implementation of the project. 
• Provide opportunities for partner organisations members for individual capacity development by linking them to training opportunities within Sonke and other strategic partners at national, regional and international levels.

Compliance

• Ensure strict partner compliance to reporting Sonke and donor reporting requirements including programmatic and financial reporting.
• Provide constant feedback to partners on their performance regards to reporting compliance.

Strategic relationship building 

• Establish, develop, and maintain a network of contacts and good working relations with stakeholders, donors and important government partners including relevant Departments and related agencies. 
• Contribute to other shared program tasks, such as joint advocacy planning and development, information scanning, visitor orientation, promotion of Sonke and participate in organization. 

Budgeting 

• Supervise the development of the partners’ annual budgets and ensure that they represent the proposal in the work plans submitted and focus on the TOC pathways.
• Review of financial reports to ensure that expenditure is in line with requirements and with agreed work plans.
• Strategically develop budgets for project events for example meetings, trainings etc, ensuring they are within Sonke policies and donor requirements.

General 

• Be available to represent and speak on behalf of Sonke at events, meetings, and conferences as required or requested.
• Availability to support Sonke training needs that may be outside the project
• Perform any other duties as agreed with the supervisor
• Participate in internal project review and Sonke/ CEM planning meetings 
• Submit monthly reports, timesheets (where required) and M&E reports

Requirements 

• Advanced university degree in Public Health, Social Sciences
• Postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
• 5-10 years of significant relevant professional experience in SRHR, project management within an international organization, designing and implementing complex/innovative programs.
• Extensive experience working in the SRHR space, remote programme management experience preferred. 
• Proven remote project management experience. 
• Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team. 
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Khoisan (Khoekhoe or Nama), English and Afrikaans proficiency is required.
• Recognised commitment to promoting gender equality, human rights and social justice. 
• Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting Sonke`s principles. 
• Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff. 
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and take initiative; 
• Demonstrated technical expertise in project management, budget and resource management; donor reporting. 
• Effective under pressure and results-oriented; 
• Good presentation and facilitation skills

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees via email to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected]. closing date 14 December 2023.
• For non-South Africans, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs, and employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place. 
• Sonke is committed to transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals, individuals living with disabilities and young people to apply.  All applications will be considered with the understanding that in terms of Sonke’s employment equity plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, provided the experience and qualifications criteria are met. 
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply. 
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30 January 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
• The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizens’ capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)

About the position

The RPN Administrative Coordinator will report to the RPN Co-Unit Manager and will be a crucial member of the support team for Sonke’s regional and international programmatic activities working closely with colleagues in the Regional Programmes team. The administrative coordinator will have strong planning, coordination and budgeting skills; and will be a team player who understands project support within the project management cycle.

Key duties and responsibilities

RPN unit administration

• Maintain a filing and data management system for RPN unit activities including maintaining a database of project documents and partner contacts.
• Coordinate logistics in relation to (partners per diem, logistic notes, etc.) of RPN meetings and events such as regional planning meetings, training events and other significant events.
• Minute taking and administrative support in meetings.
• Support project staff with payments, reconciliations and follow-up on payments with finance.
• Support unit processes, i.e., timesheets and monthly reports
• Procurement of office stationery and other project equipment.

Project support

• Support disbursement of funds to Sonke’s sub-grant partners, in collaboration with team members
• Provide administrative support to RPN activities.
• Coordinate and facilitate workshop arrangements including catering, venue, meeting materials etc.
• Maintain an up-to-date calendar of unit activities.
• Serve as the primary point of direct administrative contact liaison with CRPP/MenCare staff, external institutions and partners in a range of specified issues.
• Responsible for preparing monthly supervision reports and time sheets.
• Attend to queries and requests from external stakeholders and donors.
• Provide support with the compilation of documents for funding proposals and applications.
• Create and/or deliver donor reports as needed.
• Participate in the development of the RPN annual work plan.

Provide assistance to the unit manager

• Assist with expense reconciliations.
• Provide logistical support: check and flag important emails.
• Provide support for audit requirements.
• Ensure that the RPN team submits compliance documents for the manager’s attention.
• Provide logistical support with all travel requirements.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and other staff members in support of the unit’s work.
• Provide support with operational plan as needed.

Monitoring and evaluation

• Ensure routine data submission.
• Capturing of pre and post-questionnaires and other relevant data on an Excel spreadsheet.
• Organise, review and follow up of project reports for projects.
• Support RMEL in drafting conceptual frameworks as required.
• Support with the coordination of evaluations/endline/baseline reports for MenCare projects in conjunction with the RMEL unit as required.
• Transcribe individual interviews for analysis on request.

Budgeting and compliance

• Support project coordinators with tracking expenses for budget management.
• Support management and finance with reallocations as needed.
• Participation in budget development and transferral.
• Ensure strict compliance to Sonke’s internal policy protocols.
• Provide regular feedback to RPN on performance regarding compliance.
• Provide technical assistance to internal staff members with payments either manual or system-based.

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant undergraduate degree in social sciences
• Postgraduate diploma is advantageous
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working within the development sector
• 2-3 years’ experience working on matters related to men, gender, HIV and/or SRHR, preferably assisting programme management in these areas.
• Strong planning, coordination and budgeting skills
• Administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written English skills
• Previous research and writing skills will be an advantage.

Skills required

• Ability to prepare and give training.
• Networking and diplomacy skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Budgeting and financial management skills.
• Interact at different levels.
• Research, writing, application and thought leadership.

To apply

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing your experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 30 September 2023.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• For non-South African nationals, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs; employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.
• If you do not hear from us by 31 October 2023, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)

About this position

The Regional SRHR Senior Trainer will report to the SRHR specialist- and will provide technical capacity support on gender norms transformative SRHR programming to the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights programmes, MenEngage Africa and Sonke’s partners in the region. Some of the key deliverable for the incumbent includes include formative research and design, capacity building on sexual and reproductive health and rights, evidence-based advocacy, gender norms transformation through a comprehensive train the trainer (ToT) methodology and qualitative research, focusing on both individual change as well as the impact of research and country partner interventions. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and customizing training material and courses for both face-to-face and online training platforms.

Key duties

Overall support towards planning, development and implementation of the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights programme

• Develop a capacity building plan for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Programme and for MEA Partners
• Adapt and/or develop and deploy standard IEC and SRHR training materials.
• Identification of gaps in training material and research of new information for the purposes of improving training material
• Design Training and provide mentoring support to partners.
• Community mobilization
• Provision and distribution of project materials
• Field support to partners
• Represent Sonke on different technical working groups.

Research support

• Perform periodic desktop research on different themes and topics assigned by the Regional SRHR Specialist.
• Provide a summary of key findings.
• Maintain records and reports on training data.
• Participation in the review and interpretation of data analysis for reporting, learning and improvement.

Conduct trainings for partner organisations and in-country partners on Sexual and Reproductive health and rights

• Provide a major support in enhancing good quality training and Develop workshop programmes in conjunction with other senior trainers and regional SRHR Coordinator and Regional SRHR Specialist
• Ensure that workshop materials and supporting documents, i.e., handouts are in place.
• Collect workshop materials that will inform the writing of monthly field reports.
• Collaborate with Regional SRHR Specialist and Regional SRHR Coordinator in improving the technical support provided to implementing and MEA partners and Provide inputs and feedback to help ensure improvement of the trainings that is offered.

Support mid-term project review process

• Assist with the reviewing and collating of project documents and reports in preparation for the mid-term project review process.
• Provide logistical support with regards to hosting and organising meetings.

Donor reporting

• Assist with documenting experiences and lessons learnt from the field and provide a summary of key results.

Support to the Unit

• Support the development of the MenEngage network within Africa and outside, through creating country-based linkages with Sonke’s regional partners, including undertaking research, running training courses or developing tools.
• Attend Sonke/MenEngage Africa meetings, where appropriate and requested.

Administration

• Ensure that you are familiar with HR, Finance and Administration and Procurement procedures and ensure that these are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure requisitions, quotations and payments are prepared in line with the payment processes.

General

• Facilitate a smooth exit from target area at the end of the project period
• Other related tasks as assigned.
• Attending staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings and international meetings as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English and French. The ability to speak at least one additional African language like French would be an advantage: and
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, i.e. Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and custom on-line applications.
• Recognised commitment to sexual and reproductive health and rights and in promoting gender equality, human rights, and social justice.
• 3-5 years’ work experience in the sexual and reproductive health and rights field;
• Familiarity with gender transformative work with men and boys, including primary social change strategies, key organisations and networks in the region, key research findings and the associated evidence base for the work an advantage.
• Experience in curriculum development training of organisations on sexual and reproductive health and rights.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills. Ability to speak and write in French an advantage.
• Familiarity with the Western, Southern and Eastern African region and policies and programmes relating to gender equality and gender-based violence; a focus on engaging men and masculinities an advantage.
• Experience implementing EU funded programmes would be an added advantage.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees via email to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected]. closing date 31 August 2023.
• For non-South Africans, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs, and employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30/09/2023, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contributing to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)

About this position

The Regional SRHR Specialist reports to the Regional Programmes and Networking Unit Manager and will be a crucial member who oversees the implementation of the MEA SRHR Strategy and support Sonke’s Regional and International programmatic activities specifically supporting Open Society Foundation Programmme, NORAD Program MenEngage Africa Alliance and other projects under the Regional Programmes Unit. The incumbent will contribute to building the knowledge of SRHR concepts across staff, lead project dissemination through a variety of mediums, including the SRHR Platform, knowledge hubs and peer-reviewed publications. The incumbent will coordinate SRHR efforts in partnership with MEA Country networks, provide technical assistance to MEA countries to strengthen regional and country responses on SRHR, and develop and disseminate knowledge products to further advance the evidence on SRHR in the region.

Key duties

Coordinate MenEngage Africa SRHR work

• Coordinate together with Regional SRHR Specialist the implementation of the regional SRHR strategy.
• Act as the convener of the Regional SRHR working group and will closely coordinate the implementation of SRHR Programmes with relevant focal persons from MEA countries.
• Oversee the development and dissemination of publications, including case-stories, event reports, news articles, blog-posts, etc in the area of SRHR together with the Regional SRHR Specialist, Regional SRHR Trainer, Regional Communications Specialist and the Regional M&E Coordinator.
• Organize a range of Community of Practice events and strategic global and regional consultations with key stakeholders in the SRHR field.
• Plan and implement regional level advocacy in key international policymaking and civil society spaces to support an enabling policy environment for the engagement of men and boys in SRHR together with the Regional Advocacy Specialist.
• Helps create and document knowledge about current and emerging sexual and reproductive health and youth issues, by analysing programme, projects, strategies, approaches and ongoing experience for lessons learned, best practices, and shares with management for use in knowledge sharing and planning future strategies.
• Coordinate and provide assurance over the development and maintenance of project plans.
• Coordinate, manage and track project milestones and implementation of activities as indicated in the work plan and alert management of any deviations from project plans.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of Open Society and NORAD project sub-grantee
• Support the development of concept notes, work plans, budgets and other related activities within the program.

Capacity development

• Provide capacity development and ongoing coaching to project staff and MEA Country Networks and implementing partners.
• Contribute to regular project narrative reports, ensuring high quality data and learnings are available to complete reports on time.
• In collaboration with the project team and stakeholders compile and document lessons learned and best practices of SRHR project.
• Design and implement dissemination plan to share knowledge and findings with relevant stakeholders, including implementing partner organizations, government, donor agency, and direct beneficiaries specifically adolescent girls and boys etc.

Strategic relationship building

• Coordinate and build strong working relationships and strategic partnerships with MenEngage Regional Networks and Coordinators, Alliance members and partners, and other key stakeholders including Women’s Rights and SRHR activists and organizations, UN agencies, and relevant authorities.
• invitation and meaningful involvement of key stakeholders to country level or regional MEA activities.
• Participate in activities and events hosted by agreed strategic partner organisations at regional and national level.
• Build collaborative relationships between SRHR activities with the broader
• Look for synergies among partners and push for effective interactions (partner meetings, national strategy sessions and workshops, county-level work, etc.)

Resource mobilisation

• Actively participate in developing funding proposals for MEA SRHR programmatic work.
• Support MEA country networks in developing resource mobilization proposals for SRHR.
• Research funding opportunities supporting the MEA SRHR thematic areas as these opportunities pursued by Sonke or shared with MEA countries and supported in pursuing them.
• Assists advocacy and resource mobilization efforts by preparing relevant documentation, i.e., project summaries, conference papers, speeches, donor profiles, and participating in donor meetings and public information events.

Budgeting

• Contribute to the development of the focus country work plans and budgets with a focus on SRHR.
• Strategically develop budgets for SRHR events for example meetings, trainings etc, ensuring they are within Sonke policies and donor requirements.

General

• Support a vibrant presence on MenEngage Africa Alliance social media platforms and amplify the information and voices of the membership and partners.
• Co-organize the planning and logistics for meetings and events in the scope of SRHR and any other projects led by the regional team.
• Actively participate in the implementation of MEA’s strategic development, including through steering committee meetings, RPU team meetings, strategic planning processes, development, and implementation of annual workplans plans and reports.
• Other duties and assistance to team members, as assigned by the manager.
• Provide technical input to the Policy, Advocacy and Research Unit for key relevant meetings and communications.
• Undertake other reasonable tasks as requested.

Requirements

• Recognised university degree in the relevant subject area; postgraduate qualification an advantage.
• 5 years of work experience in a relevant field; experience in the African region preferred.
• 5 years of project management experience.
• Proven skills in grants management are a benefit.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, i.e. Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and custom online applications.
• Fluent in English and a second language would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Possess a valid passport and willing to travel as required 30-40% of the time.
• Recognised commitment to promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender equality, human rights and social justice.
• Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the principles of Sonke and MenEngage network www.menengage.org
• Familiarity with gender transformative work with men and boys, including primary social change strategies, key organisations and networks in the region, key research findings and the associated evidence base for the work an advantage.
• Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff.
• Ability to work independently, multitask and take initiative;
• Demonstrated technical expertise in such areas as project management, budget and resource management; donor reporting.
• Effective under pressure and results-oriented.
• Good presentation and facilitation skills.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees via email to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected]. closing date 31 August 2023.
• For non-South Africans, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs, and employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30/09/2023, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke 

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/) 

About the position

Sonke seeks to recruit a project manager based in Mpumalanga. The Project Manager will be responsible for the project management and implementation of a project working on transformative feminist leadership in South Africa. They will be responsible for tracking project activities against the budget and ensuring timely project deliverables. The Project Manager will also be responsible for managing stakeholder relations related to the project, developing content and supporting the overall success of the project at Sonke – including aligning the project to Sonke’s strategic priorities and supporting cross-unit collaboration of the project. We are seeking dynamic, feminist and goal-oriented professionals with project management, community mobilisation and leadership experience. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing multi-year projects, working with partners at different levels, and with an intimate knowledge of the women’s rights landscape of South Africa. Specific experience with transformative feminist leadership and gender-responsive budgeting is advantageous.

Specific responsibilities include:

1. Coordinate Sonke’s Global Affair Canada Project

• Oversee the implementation of a multi-year project focused on women’s leadership in the province, including the co-creation of the implementation plan for the project.
• Track project activities against the implementation plan and troubleshoot or problem-solve for delays or gaps.
• Manage Sonke’s stakeholder relations under the project at the local, provincial and national levels, ensuring that stakeholder coordination contributes to the project goals and objectives.
• Develop content and support the development of content related to the project goals, including writing reports, editorials, policy briefs and other knowledge outputs to facilitate shared learning.
• Ensure that project development and implementation are responsive to communities and partners, and is consistent with the relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and overall programme and organizational strategic plan.
• Manage a team of Community Mobilisers and Community Action Team volunteers (CATs).
• Oversee the planning of events related to the project at a provincial and local level.
• Ensure the adequate and effective implementation of RMEL tools on the project, supporting the data collection process and the analysis of data to feed into the projects learning and impact agenda.
• Streamline the project into the broader organizational plan and effectively engage other teams/units on the project to foster cross-unit collaboration.
• Co-create advocacy plans and campaigns in partnership with the PDA and Communications Unit Managers and the Provincial Managers.
• Other responsibilities include budget management and oversight, as well as supporting resource mobilization as needed.

2. Budget management

• Ensure adherence to the donors’ guidelines, Sonke’s internal control procedures, as well as financial management guidelines during the utilisation and management of organizational resources;
• Ensure resources are used only for the intended purpose with maximum efficiency;
• Monitor budgets, making sure prior authorization is secured from respective Sonke and donor officials in the case of over and under-expenditure.

3. Resource Mobilisation and grant management

• Provide input and comments into funding proposals to ensure the sustainability of the project and the unit more broadly.
• Participate in Fee for Service events as requested.

4. General

• Attend staff meetings, staff retreats, staff trainings and international meetings as required.
• Contract with consultants to assist with the strengthening of the unit as required.
• Attend stakeholder meetings, donor meetings and conferences where necessary and when required to do so.
• Ensure the continued development of relationships with stakeholders and potential and existing partners to further the work of the unit.
• Network strategically with existing community networks, educational institutions, NPOs and government
• Assist with the writing of funding proposals when necessary.
• Serve as a member of Sonke’s full management team.

Qualifications and experience

• An advanced degree in a relevant field, including at least an Honours degree or a law degree (LL.B. or foreign equivalent). Studies should have provided a strong grounding in gender, health, and human rights law.
• At least five years of proven experience in civil society, with a content focus on gender and human rights law and advocacy, including experience in legal analysis and running advocacy campaigns.
• 5 years of proven experience in efficiently managing bilateral-funded projects including multiple consortium partners across South Africa.
• Experience in feminist thought and praxis, with a demonstrated commitment to principles of feminism and feminist leadership.
• Experience in implementing projects with a focus on gender-responsive budgeting, gender-sensitive policymaking and advocacy.
• Experience with managing multiple stakeholders, with knowledge of community mobilization and education. Experience of working with community-based stakeholders will be an advantage.
• Significant experience with at least two of the technical areas of the unit’s work, i.e., gender justice, health and human rights, and penal and criminal justice reform. The candidate should have the ability to work collaboratively and provide credible strategic guidance to colleagues with and without a direct supervisory relationship.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details their experience, and the contact details of three referees, to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected]. closing date 28 August 2023.
• For non-South Africans, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs, and employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30 September 2023, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke  

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the Generation G Programme

The Generation G partnership strives towards the creation of gender-just and violence-free societies for young people in their full diversity. By gender justice, we mean a fair, equitable world for all individuals regardless of their gender. The Generation G partnership is a collaboration of partners in the seven countries with a global consortium consisting of Rutgers (lead), ABAAD, Promundo and Sonke Gender Justice.  

The Generation G partnership raises public support, advocates for improved policies and laws, and strengthens civil society, focusing specifically on gender-based violence, the unequal division of care and women’s lack of access to civic space, to contribute to gender justice. As such, the Generation G partnership directly contributes to SDG5, SDG16, and the Ministry’s policy on women’s rights and gender equality. The partnership addresses three key interrelated challenges: gender-based violence, the unequal division of care and women’s lack of access to civic space. As youth (15-32) are our key actors and key impact group, they are actively included in decision-making processes, as well as the design and implementation of key strategies. We make a special effort to amplify voices of youth, particularly those who are often excluded because of their age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Taking pictures, recording videos, and conducting interviews for purposes of creating media and social media content
• Hosting online meetings and webinars.
• Support the project coordinator to track media and online media interest and engagements
• Track monthly online reach and engagements generated by online content.
• Assist in writing communications including letters, newsletters, social media, web content, invitations, and reports.
• Research/produce collateral materials as directed.
• Updating media contact lists.
• Research and develop new ideas for Web/social media content.
• Planning and executing assigned aspects of special events.
• Attending Generation Gender events and assist as requested

Requirements

• Good command of the English language and preferably be able to speak an additional South African language
• Demonstrated ability to communicate Generation G programme work and its impact.
• Experience of social media account management (Facebook; Twitter; Instagram; TikTok etc) with an ability to grow social media follower base.
• Basic understanding of Gender Transformative Approaches
• Willingness to travel to rural areas of South Africa
• Applicants should preferably be between 22 – 32 years of age.

Reporting

The intern will be supervised by the Regional Communications Coordinator

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees, to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected], closing date 11 August 2023.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 31 August 2023, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men, and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the position

The Graphic Design intern will support the Communications and Strategic Information Unit to design and produce content for the website, social media, public display, and other mediums. The intern will work closely with the communications Coordinator for the development and implementation of communications and advocacy campaigns.

Graphic Design Intern Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere- Design – build concepts through researching trends on colours, design, layout & typography.
• Use graphic design software and work with a wide variety of media.
• Create and maintain graphic design content for branded communications and marketing tools.
• Assist in photo editing for websites and other print materials.
• File management and archiving for safe storage.
• Video editing
• Support and create e-mail marketing campaigns.
• Come up with fresh creative ideas and concepts.
• Perform any other tasks as requested by the communications Coordinator.

Requirements

• Graphic Design major preferred
• Basic knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, color, and other graphic design fundamentals
• Experience with Canva, InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Strong creative and analytical skills
• Compelling portfolio of graphic design work

Experience and competencies required.

• Recognized university degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Arts, or multimedia. A postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• Outstanding creativity and technical skills
• Proficiency with Creative Suite including Illustrator, Canva, InDesign and Photoshop
• Proficiency with HTML and CSS
• Demonstrated experience with responsive websites.
• Experience with Video Editing Software including Premiere Pro & Final Cut Pro
• Knowledge of brand management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Enthusiastic, well organized and a self-starter

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees, to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected], closing date 11 July 2023.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 31 August 2023, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

About Sonke

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society and citizen’s capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty.

About the position

The Communications Intern(s) will support the management and implementation of the Regional/MenEngage Africa Media Strategy to boost public and media outreach, reporting to the RPN Communications and Social Media Coordinator. The Communications Intern will assist the communications Coordinator in working closely with the regional programming teams. The intern will work closely with the development and implementation of communications and advocacy campaigns.

Duties And Responsibilities

The intern(s) will perform the following activities under the direct guidance of the Regional Communications and Social Media Coordinator:

• Assist in the promotion of Sonke Regional programmes and projects.
• Assist in the development of MenEngage Africa and Sonke Gender Justice communication products such as newsletters, bulletins, booklets, and other awareness and information items.
• Working with Regional Communication Coordinator, Coordinate the MEA Equal Access Campaign
• Maintaining and updating media and partner contact lists
• Hosting online meetings and webinars.
• Monitor monthly online reach and engagements created by online content.
• Assist in the creation of digital content(Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube)
• Conduct research and create ancillary materials.
• Assist in the development and implementation of campaigns.
• Research and create fresh concepts for Web and social media content.
• Assist with maintaining updated media and partners contact lists;
• Taking pictures, recording videos and conducting interviews for purposes of creating media and social media content

Experience and competencies required.

• Fluency in English. A working knowledge of French, and other languages spoken in the Africa region is advantageous.
• Proven basic graphic design experience.
• Demonstrable social networking experience and social analytics tools knowledge. 
• Experience developing and implementing training and workshops for
• Photography and videography skills advantageous.
• Excellent writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of online marketing and a good understanding of major marketing channels.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae, and a motivation letter detailing experience and contact details of 3 referees to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit via email to [email protected], closing date 11 August 2023.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• For non-South African nationals, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs; employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.
• Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us by 31 August 2023.
• Sonke reserves the right not to make an appointment.

About Sonke Gender Justice: Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights organisation that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men, and gender non conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy, and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society, and citizens’ capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)

About CSM STAND Consortium: In September 2021, Pact was awarded the five-year Civil Society and Media – Strengthened Together and Advancing in New Directions (CSM-STAND) for Africa and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) program by USAID. The Regional Leader with Associates Award (LWA) aims to foster independent civic forces; enhance civic engagement; and build vibrant, resilient, and self-reliant civil society and media sectors that cultivate more pluralistic, democratic societies. To reach this goal, CSM-STAND designs and implements innovative and adaptive civil society and media programs, advances trans-regional learning, and develops next-generation, sustainable technical resources that positively influence wider practice within the civil society and media sectors. The CSM-STAND consortium is comprised of leading global, regional, and technical partners with extensive practical experience and knowledge of fundamental principles, key issues, current practices, and emerging trends in the DRG community.

About the position: In partnership with Pact under the CSM – STAND, Sonke Gender Justice is seeking to employ a Finance Officer to be based in Maseru/Lesotho on a two-year USAID/Lesotho Khutlo Activity. Khutlo aims to contribute to reducing stigma, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI+ communities, as well as cishet women and girls, and strengthening the capacity of civil society to advocate for LGBTQI+ rights and provide inclusive quality gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, mitigation, and response services.

The Finance Officer will be responsible for all in-country finance-related functions required to support the smooth operations of the project and assist with the smooth running of the office through effective office management.  They will do this by ensuring that all equipment is in working condition, that the organization has sufficient stationery and other consumables on hand, and that the office is well maintained and all relevant issues have been communicated to the landlord. They will ensure that all staff queries regarding IT are resolved as soon as possible.  They will especially work closely with and provide support to the COP and Finance Unit.

Key Performance Areas

Administration

Perform general admin functions in relation to:

• Assist Home Office Admin Coordinator with co-ordination of office space, office security and security systems in the organization.
• Operate the telephone management system
• Ensure all office machinery and equipment are serviced & well maintained
• Ensure office keys, access cards and parking bays are available  to new staff, upon them taking up their positions at Sonke
• Manage office filing for Operations and ensure coordination of filing with Sonke’s
• Johannesburg office
• Assist Office Coordinator with closing of old files and archiving. Manage off-site storage.
• Assist Office Coordinator in managing physical office space & attend to repairs in the building
• Assist Office Coordinator with the management of entire office assets for the organization including phone system, printers and scanners.
• Assist staff to obtain IT assistance in a prompt manner.
• Ensure that the office has sufficient stationery and consumables in stock.
• Type letters when requested to do so.
• Take minutes at the staff meetings and type up the minutes.
• Manage the [email protected] email address.

Provide support to the Finance Unit

• Prepare payment requisitions for the organisation for authorization including rent, stationery, postage, IT, etc.
• Allocate order numbers and prepare purchase orders.
• Stamp, copy and file all financial payment requisitions.
• Scan original documents for processing by the finance team
• Assist with the audit by collating all the necessary paperwork.
• Assist finance with the preparation of payment packs
• Assist finance with document preparation for donor financial reporting
• Assist finance with digitizing documentation for submission to donors
• Save all payment requisitions on the shared drive.
• Assist the Chief of Party to manage the project budget
• Monitor expenditure against budget to ensure budget lines are not overspent.

Provide support for travel arrangements

• Assist with submitting travel arrangements to the travel agency when the Office Coordinator needs assistance.
• Assist with preparing and submitting travel expenditure including per diems forms, expense claims, including supporting receipts and invoices, staff advances (for implementation of activities).

Maintain asset register

• Assist with the maintenance of the asset register of the organization as follows:
  • Tag all assets with a unique number
  • List all assets in an office and attach the list on the back of the door
  • Add and remove assets as is necessary
  • Make recommendations for disposals
  • Once a year in March complete a physical count of all assets in all the offices and update the asset register and sign off together with the Finance Manager prior to the start of the audit.
• Track and maintain an asset schedule for all assets given to staff when they join Sonke and returned to Sonke when they leave Sonke.

General

• Attend staff meetings, staff retreats, staff training and unit meetings as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Finance and or related Admin/logistics qualifications
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office
• Understanding accounting principles
• Budget management
• Basic Health and Safety – First Aid
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a medium sized South African NGO or International NGOs.
• Excellent typing and word-processing skills.
• Experience in finance functions.
• Experience in developing and maintaining record-keeping systems.
• Integrity in carrying out job functions.
• Maturity and the ability to be flexible.
• Good attention to details
• Ability to work with people on all levels

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees, to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected]  closing date 26 July 2023.
• For non-Lesotho citizens, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the relevant authorities, and employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 31 August 2023, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

About Sonke Gender Justice:

Founded in 2006, Sonke is a women’s rights that is committed to feminist principles, using a rights-based and gender-transformative approach to achieve human rights and gender justice. Our vision is a poverty-free world in which women, children, men, and gender non-conforming individuals enjoy equitable, caring, healthy, and happy relationships that contribute to the development of gender-just and democratic societies. Sonke strengthens governments, civil society, and citizens’ capacity to advance gender justice and women’s rights, prevent gender-based violence, and reduce the spread of HIV and the impact of AIDS, and in this way contribute to social justice and the elimination of poverty. (http://www.genderjustice.org.za/)

About CSM STAND Consortium:

In September 2021, Pact was awarded the five-year Civil Society and Media – Strengthened Together and Advancing in New Directions (CSM-STAND) for Africa and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) program by USAID. The Regional Leader with Associates Award (LWA) aims to foster independent civic forces; enhance civic engagement; and build vibrant, resilient, and self-reliant civil society and media sectors that cultivate more pluralistic, democratic societies. To reach this goal, CSM-STAND designs and implements innovative and adaptive civil society and media programs, advances trans-regional learning, and develops next-generation, sustainable technical resources that positively influence wider practice within the civil society and media sectors. The CSM-STAND consortium is comprised of leading global, regional, and technical partners with extensive practical experience and knowledge of fundamental principles, key issues, current practices, and emerging trends in the DRG community.

About the position:

In partnership with Pact under the CSM – STAND, Sonke Gender Justice is seeking to employ a Community Mobiliser-Social Behaviour Change to be based in Maseru/Lesotho on a two-year USAID Khutlo Activity. Khutlo aims to contribute to reducing stigma, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI+ communities, as well as cishet women and girls, and strengthening the capacity of civil society to advocate for LGBTQI+ rights and provide inclusive quality gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, mitigation, and response services. This goal is underpinned by two mutually reinforcing objectives, namely,

1. To increase civil society coordination and capacities to apply behavioural science principles that engage and empower communities to reduce GBV against LGBTQI+ people and cishet women and girls and
2. To strengthen the Lesotho Mounted Police Service (LMPS) to provide inclusive, high-quality GBV response services.

Key duties and responsibilities

Community Mapping and Mobilisation

• Mobilize the communities to participate in the program implementation.
• Mobilize the communities to participate in trainings and other related activities that seek to provide knowledge, skills, and motivation to promote gender equality and prevention of GBV.
• Assist with the identification of potential project partners within those communities, such as CBOs, and religious institutions through a community mapping exercise.

Support Engagement of Traditional and Religious Leaders and Government Stakeholders to build Program Trust

• Conduct mapping of local partners, traditional and religious leaders.
• Convene bi-monthly dialogues and engagements with traditional and religious leaders.
• Develop a job aid on how to work with and engage traditional and religious leaders.

Community Events, Action Teams & CBO’s

• Work with one Community Action Team (CAT) and other Community Based Organizations to carry out messages of the project.
• Support Community action team activities, working with the Senior Trainer.
• Attend all stakeholder meetings with or on behalf of the Senior Trainer.
• Assist with the facilitation of community events such as door-to-door campaigns, mass mobilisation, community gatherings etc.
• Develop local language edutainment content for educational awareness raising.
• Conduct community engagements and dialogues.
• Develop & distribute social media strategy and GBV and SBC messaging.
• Develop IEC material in a form of Pocket Leaflets, Infographis and Key Point Leaflets.

Facilitation of workshops

• Assist with the facilitation of select Community Education and Mobilisation sessions and other Sonke workshops for social norms change.
• Assist with preparations for trainings logistics.

IEC talks

• Co-facilitate IEC talks within the different places in the community  and on radio programs.
• Distributing IEC materials on gender-based violence prevention i.e. pamphlets, infographics, and other related materials.

Reporting

• Develop and compile reports for all activities undertaken.
• Adhere to strict reporting requirements and timelines.

Qualifications and experience

• A diploma or any other tertiary qualification in social sciences would be advantageous.
• Significant experience with community mobilisation, facilitation, writing field reports, liaison with the M&E office, and people management.
• Experience working in the areas of gender equality, gender-based violence, LGBTQI Communities, human rights, including working with girls.
• Must be willing to travel at least 20-30% of the time.

Desired Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to write compelling field reports.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) and Sesotho languages.  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skills and experience in feminism and the supervision of volunteers.
• Demonstrated experience working with LGBTQI+, women/girls and other community members.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should submit their CV, a motivational letter that details your experience, the contact details of three referees, to Sonke’s Human Resource Unit at [email protected]  closing date 25th June 2023.
• For non-Lesotho citizens, it is the responsibility of the applicant to attain a work permit from the relevant authorities, and employment will depend on a valid work permit being in place.
• Sonke is committed to racial and gender transformation and encourages previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 31 July 2023, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment.