South Africa: Gender and media network manager
Gender Links is a dynamic Southern African NGO based in Johannesburg that promotes gender equality in and through the media. GL currently hosts the secretariats for the Gender and Media Southern Africa (GEMSA) Network and its South African chapter, SAGEM. GL and its networking partners seek the services of an experienced, highly motivated and committed individual to manage and promote the growth of these networks.
JOB ADVERTISEMENT: GENDER AND MEDIA NETWORK MANAGER
Gender Links is a dynamic Southern African NGO based in Johannesburg that promotes gender equality in and through the media. GL currently hosts the secretariats for the Gender and Media Southern Africa (GEMSA) Network and its South African chapter, SAGEM. GL and its networking partners seek the services of an experienced, highly motivated and committed individual to manage and promote the growth of these networks. The successful candidate will come from Southern Africa and will have the following:
A strong background in gender and the media;
Excellent verbal, writing and networking skills;
Experience and facility with use of IT for networking and advocacy;
Fund raising and report writing skills;
At least three years experience working at management level;
Knowledge and experience of Southern Africa.
The post, which is for an initial period of one year, is based in Johannesburg and will require flexibility to travel. A competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
More information on the kind of work expected can be found at www.genderlinks.org.za, especially the section of the website on networks. Interested candidates should submit their CV’s, a sample of written work, and letter of motivation to [email protected] by close of business on Friday 15 April 2005, or fax to (27) 11 622 4732. Late applications will not be considered. For further information please contact Mwendabayi Yethi Mkize on 27 (11) 622 2877.