Social coordinator

Position as a Youth Development Program Coordinator in Nelson Mandela Primary school, Sasolburg. FutureNow implements unique Youth Development programs in schoolsto address the main causes of Socio-Economic challenges in communities. The successful applicant will be equipped with specific knowledge and skills to build on existing knowledge and skills to successfully implement the program under strict supervision and guidance. Typical experience and training as a Social worker or Teacher will be applicable. ob description (concise): Implementing a specific designed Preventative Youth Development program including Mentoring networks; Parenting; Leadership development; Social-Emotional-Learning; Value Based School-Culture; Spiritual development; Disciplinary solutions; Early detection and Referral networks; Training and guidance of learners and parents in relational programs. Profile of the successful candidate:  Has a qualification in Social work or Education with more than 7-year work experience as a social worker or teacher with at least 3 contactable references;  Is someone with a desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of youth with preventative programs designed to provide an ideal holistic development context.  Willing to work in the school context with learners in a full-service primary school.  Loves to work in a team willing to make personal sacrifices for the sake of the needs of the child;  Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems;  High Social-Emotional EQ and proficiency in verbal communication skills to facilitate training with learners and teachers/adults;  Is proficient in computer (Windows/MS Office/Browser/Smartphone) and social media programs;  Willing to learn new techniques and programs to implement in groups;  Has the desire to guide and motivate children and adults individually and/or in a group to change behaviour in a positive way;  Team player with skills to communicate and roll out plans with the FutureNow and school management team with efficient time management;  Prefers to work preventative in terms of social development;  Very Strong administration and organisational skills; Advantages:  Work in a positive creative context with working hours in line with that of a full-time teacher;  Receive 42 Paid leave days per year (To be taken only during school holidays);  Fixed 12-month term with potential to extend on negotiation;  Competitive salary to be negotiated with successful candidate taking sector, market and qualifications into account;  Making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families in the community. Applications: 31 March 2020 Request the link fir application by sending an e-mail to gert@futurenow.org.za Applicants need to submit the electronic application with registered Google account along with the following documentation to be uploaded in the Google form in PDF format:  Curriculum Vitae (not more than 4 pages)  Reference letter from previous or current employer  Certified copy of highest qualification  Proof of registration at SACSSP or SACE Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 March 2020 For more information: Dr. G van der Merwe @ 074 8856315 / gert@futurenow.org.za

Capacity Development Training in Dubai! 10-21February 2020 (2 weeks) 10-13February 2020 (1 week); 17-21February 2020(1 week) Advanced Project M&E and Financial Management for Development Projects This two-weeks training that combines aspects of Advanced Project M&E and Financial Management for Development Projects is designed to impart job-oriented skills for M&E and for financial management, both of which are highly demanded in the development sector. Upon completion of this course participants will be able to design and manage M&E systems that meet the standards for development projects. The course provides participants with M&E tools, techniques and skills needed for planning, organizing, and/or managing programs and projects. Participants will learn the links between results-based measurement, monitoring and project/program evaluation. Time will be allocated for practical exercises and informal question and answer sessions around common M&E problem areas. In addition, the course takes cognisance that financial management is one of the most important aspects in any organisation, be it private, government or non-governmental. It provides participants with the most comprehensive and important concepts in financial management for development projects and equips them with the requisite knowledge and skills on how to manage finances effectively and responsibly to achieve their organisations’ objectives. Participants have the choice of taking either Advanced Project M&E for Development Projects from 10-14 February or Financial Management for Development Projects from 17-21 February and pay the one-week fee. Public Procurement, Supply Chain & Contracts Management This course takes an integrated approach to the management of procurement within the public sector and equips participants with tools, techniques and skills that will improve the effectiveness and efficiency of public procurement in their work environment. The course provides a useful practical overview of public procurement and supply chain management. It covers the regulatory and legal frameworks, institutional arrangements and procurement methods. The course links the dependence of public procurement effectiveness on related public finance management performance, the assessment of public procurement performance, the use of information technologies, inventory and warehouse management, the role of the market, opportunities for corruption and the employment of preference programs to address social imbalances. It includes contract management and covers contract variations. For course outlines and other courses please contact:coordinator@garveyafricainstitute.co.za Training Gadgets and Services offered by Garvey Laptop or tablet, 16GB USB flash drive with course material, Shuttle services, Lunch and tea on training days Tuition fees: 1 week USD 2850; 2 weeks USD 3575 Project Management for Donor Funded Projects Donor funded projects have stringent guidelines that the beneficiaries of the funds must adhere to in order to avoid conflicting with the donors. This course addresses trends and requirements for project management as it relates to donor funded projects. It emphasises the key tools and techniques necessary to effectively manage donor funded projects, large and small.The course includes analysis of different phases of the project cycle from feasibility study through planning, implementation to monitoring and evaluation. It also examines the role of the “project” relative to other aid delivery methods used by donors/development, such as budget support. Garvey Africa Institute Office 105, Schindler Building, 459 Leyds Street, Sunnyside Pretoria 0002, South Africa Tel : +27 0127533180 coordinator@garveyafricainstitute.co.za http://www.garveyafricainstitute.co.za/courses/project-management/

Job Purpose: To conduct social survey interviews by telephone with members of the public and businesses. Duties & Responsibilities: After completing initial training, a freelance interviewer’s work will involve: • Attending project briefings • Conducting telephone interviews using appropriate equipment, as indicated in What will you need? section, • Adhering to interview protocols (e.g. probing fully, following question wording precisely, coding correctly etc) • Attending training as and when required • Being available for contact by telephone with the Project Coordinator, and Mthente Staff members • Having a commitment to Mthente’s policies and quality procedures for freelancers • This role will include elements of cold calling What will you need? • Functional computer/laptop with at least Windows 7 • Computer must be compatible with the software used by Mthente for VOI calls • 24kbps to be able to call through the system, • Access to fixed line Broadband or at least 1GB of data • Basic computer skills • Professional Telephone manner • Good level of computer skills • Good standard of written and spoken English • to be a self-motivated individual • Good listening and persuasion skills • At least 20 hours of availability each week (working a minimum of 6-hour days) Essential Competencies • Following instructions and procedures • Persuading and influencing • Presenting and communicating information • Delivering results and meeting customer expectations • Adapting and responding to change • Coping with pressures and setbacks • Respond positively to Project Coordinator feedback and guidance Desirable Competencies: • Adhering to principles and values • Working with people • Writing and reporting Remuneration: Rate dependent on project. Rate per completed interview Please complete information on the link below https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/fieldworkerdatabase