Job Specification:

• Providing broad vision and leadership for the organisation, working closely with the Board and members of the Executive Committee.
• Planning, oversight, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the organisation’s programmes.
• Establishing new and strengthening existing relationships with donors.
• uilding partnerships with relevant stakeholders (including organisations, media, corporates, government, and donors) to ensure its effectiveness and sustainability.
• Cultivating the capacity of the board to partner on fundraising.
• Overseeing and monitoring staff performance and retaining a diverse and highly qualified staff complement.
• Facilitating cross-team collaboration and strengthening internal communication mechanisms and practices.
• Increasing SECTION27’s credibility, reputation and visibility through networking events, participation in sectoral forums, media and thought leadership.
• Leading strategic planning processes.

Key Criteria:

• Have an understanding of and a commitment to the organisation’s strategic objectives, vision, mission, values, and the ability to be a credible and effective exponent of these values.
• Strong commitment and demonstrated adherence to the values of social justice and activism.
• Prior executive or senior leadership experience in fundraising and donor engagements.
• Proven success building strong and effective teams and creating cultures defined by transparency, accountability, trust and respect.
• An ability to inspire and lead the executive committee and staff to meet the high- performance levels required to achieve the objectives and overall operational and strategic plans of the organisation.
• Possess an ability to initiate and manage transformation and change effectively.
• Prior experience working with a nonprofit board and a demonstrable understanding of board development, governance and decision-making.
• Experience in both local and international fundraising
• Knowledge of financials and an understanding of the donor reporting requirements
• Exceptional communications skills including the ability to effectively engage, mentor and motivate individuals and teams.

Qualifications:

Candidates should be suitably qualified for the position, with a Master’s degree  relevant  to the job and previous experience in a related field. Candidates should preferably have at least 10 years senior management experience, experience working with a Board of Directors, and a proven record of effective leadership and performance in a similar role. 

Knowledge and Skills:

• A track record demonstrating knowledge and experience of legal and constitutional advocacy, law and social justice.
• Proven skills in public relations, communication, networking, fundraising and resource management.
• Proven executive-level management/ administrative skills
• Strategic thinking & people management skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive, energetic, and innovative working style, with the ability to be flexible.
• Demonstrable unquestionable integrity, standing, idealism, passion, self-motivation and with a positive attitude.
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally

HOW TO APPLY:

This position is based at our offices in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV, accompanied by a motivation letter, highlighting your suitability to the role, as well as contact details of three work-related referees to MaraisButton & Associates. Closing date is 7 April 2023.

Email:  [email protected]

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