About us
Brot für die Welt, Christian Aid, Church of Sweden, ICCO Cooperation and Norwegian Church Aid, as part of the ACT Alliance, are taking a new, energetic approach to our work tackling inequality and poverty in Southern Africa. We are looking to recruit a manager for the initial phase of the change process as we move towards closer ways of working.
About the role
The purpose of the role is to facilitate the process of developing a new entity for ACT in South Africa and to provide organisational development support during the initial phase of the pilot. The role is for 12 months, with the possibility of extension. The position is based in the joint ACT office in Pretoria, South Africa. You will find more details about the change process, the pilot and the role in the terms of reference attached.
About you
You are committed to working towards the application of universal human rights and social justice. You have experience working with International NGOs (INGOs) and civil society in particular in the area of organisational development and change processes. You are an excellent communicator and strong facilitator who finds working in a changing context a welcome challenge. You have proven analytical skills and experience coordinating among different agencies. You get on with people from different backgrounds and cultures, work well independently and are comfortable being managed remotely. Your experience means you have a good knowledge of ACT Alliance agencies and ecumenical movements. You will find more detailed specifications in the terms of reference attached (on the CA e-recruitment system)
HOW TO APPLY:
How to apply
Please submit (via Christian Aid’s online system: South Africa ACT Alliance Change Manager) a CV and cover letter containing a brief response to the following question (max 2 pages):
The development sector is undergoing sweeping changes, with new organisations and models of working emerging. What in your opinion are the major challenges for international NGOs (INGOs) and faith-based organisation (FBOs) in relation to these changes?
Successful applicants will be contacted for phone interviews to be held on 6th July 2016. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a subsequent face-to-face meeting with ACT Alliance (dates to be agreed upon confirmation of shortlist).
Further information
We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance
