Bhekisisa focuses on solutions-based journalism, whether in news stories and analysis that help turn over our website traffic daily, or in narrative features that have become a trademark of our brand. Bhekisisa also hosts critical thinking forums on social justice issues and conducts health journalism trainings.
Bhekisisa seeks to appoint a Programme Associate to be based in Johannesburg.
This person ideally has a post- graduate degree in international or media development and should be keen to get a better understanding of international and local donors as well as project management work within the sector.
Responsibilities:
- Handle day-to-day budgeting and logistics including but not limited to obtaining donor authorisation for expenses, staff travel arrangements, freelance contributor payments and reimbursements
- Help compile financial and narrative reports for donors and assure that this is done in a timely manner as per grant cycles
- Monitor the fulfilment of donor requirements; as new donor requirements arise, develop plans to ensure Bhekisisa remains compliant
- Develop and maintain a detailed understanding of how Bhekisisa works and contribute alongside team members to the organisation’s growth
- Work with Bhekisisa’s engagement and collaborations officer and other team members to organise a wide-range of events for communities such as experts, readers and grassroots organisations. This will include booking venues and suppliers and ensuring payments are made correctly and on time
- Work with our engagement and collaborations officer and the team to contribute to Bhekisisa’s brand
- In line with donor guidelines, develop information management systems to ensure that finances and reporting are done in a timely, organised manner. Similarly, ensure all administrative work is carried out for the assigned programmes in line with procedures
- When necessary, represent Bhekisisa at donor or stakeholder meetings and help identify funding opportunities
- Other duties as required
Requirements:
- A post-graduate qualification in international or media development studies or a related field
- Two to five years’ experience in a nonprofit office environment
- A familiarity with the non-profit environment and regulations governing it is highly desirable
- Computer skills including Word and Excel; database and online content experience management systems is an advantage
- Demonstrated exceptional communication, multitasking and organisation skills. A keen eye for detail is crucial to this role
- Ability to work independently and also as part of a team
- Writing and language skills, including spelling and grammar, and attention to detail; ability to speak two or more official languages preferred;
- Willingness to work outside of working hours should this be needed
- A high degree of professionalism and maturity
- Ability to prioritise tasks in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
To apply, submit your CV, three contactable references and a one-page motivational letter to [email protected]
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Ideally, the position will start in January 2018.
Questions and applications should be directed to [email protected].
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
People who do not hear back within four weeks should consider their applications unsuccessful.
More Information
- Job City Johannesburg