Job Opportunity

August 6, 2015

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Non-Governmental Organisation Council Coordinator
Job description
The NGO Council seeks to engage a qualified and motivated person to lead its Secretariat and ensure effective delivery on its mandate.
The NGO Council is a multi-stakeholders platform composed of Government, Private Sector and NGO representatives, which coordinates implementation of the NGO Policy with particular reference to the improvement of dialogue and
The NGO Council Coordinator will be responsible for providing guidance, leadership, coordination and facilitation to ensure achievement of the objectives of the NGO Policy and the effective performance of the statutory roles by the NGO Council. The NGO Council Coordinator will also be responsible for ensuring effective communication and external relations as well as sound operational and financial management of the NGO Council Secretariat.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
• University degree in social sciences and/or other socio-economic development related field.
• At least 5 years experience working in the NGO sector and/or related sectors on socio-economic development issues, with at least 3 years experience in a leadership and/or advisory role or senior level management position in the NGO Sector.
• Demonstrable experience in public policy, advocacy and lobbying.
• Demonstrable knowledge on civil society, policy and development issues in Botswana.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office, internet-based communication.
Working Conditions
The candidate will be offered an initial contract of 18 months, renewable based on performance.
SALARY: P325 188 – P338 316 per annum
LEAVE: 30 working days per annum
BENEFITS:
Optional contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Employer contributes 50% and Employee 50%)
Gratuity
Professional development opportunities
Interested candidates should submit their applications and CVs to the following addresses:
Empowerment of Non State Actors Programme
C/o Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs
Private Bag 006, POSO HOUSE Gaborone
Office No. 32, 5th Floor, Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs, Government Enclave, Gaborone
The envelope must also bear the reference: “NGO Council Coordinator”