Programmes Coordinator – Women and Law in Southern Africa

Programmes Coordinator: Women and Law in Southern Africa (WLSA) Zimbabwe
Deadline: 24 August 2018

Women and Law in Southern Africa, Zimbabwe is a Non-Governmental Organisation which seeks to organize, coordinate and support evidence based interventions that promote and protect women and girls’ rights through legal and policy reform and changes to discriminatory socio-cultural practices. WLSA envisions a society where justice is equitably accessed, claimed and enjoyed by women and girls in all spheres of life.

Key purpose
This person will be responsible for the overall coordination of all programme activities

Key performance areas
Support planning and coordination of program activities; Ensure implementation of policies and practices; Maintain budget and track expenditures; Manage communications through media relations, social media etc; Help build positive relations within the organisation and external parties; Schedule and organize meetings/events and maintain agenda; Support growth and program development; Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports; Ensure the annual work plan has been compiled and approved as required; Supervision of program staff

Desired attributes
Degree in Law or Social sciences and a post graduate (Masters) degree preferably in Women’s law or development studies being an added advantage; Strong coordination background with at least five years’ work experience in research, women’s socio-legal rights and gender. Having strong networking and supervisory skills with wide exposure on how the contemporary Civil society works. Experience in working with marginalised and vulnerable groups and communities; Excellent budgeting, resource mobilization and report writing; Strong work ethics and ability to be flexible and adaptable to change; Computer literacy and proficiency; Sound relationship building skills and ability to collaborate on internal teams as well with external stakeholders and partners; Sound knowledge of NGO operations; A valid passport; Clean Class 4 driver’s licence.

To apply
This vacancy is immediate. Please send a Motivation Letter, copies of certified certificates and Curriculum Vitae to [email protected] and state the position being applied for in the subject line of your email.

Note
WLSA Zimbabwe is an equal opportunity employer but encourages female candidates to apply for these positions. Candidates who meet the above requirements and feel equipped for these challenging posts should apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.