Umthathi Training Project Trust – Director
\nUmthathi Training Project Trust an NGO founded in 1993 and based in Grahamstown invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position of a Director. This is a full time, 12-month contract position. The contract renewal is dependent on performance and deliverables and at the Board\u2019s discretion. The successful candidate will be based at Umthathi House, Ext 7 with some time being spent in the field, and occasional national and international travel.
\nThe core function of this position is to ensure accountable, strategic leadership and management in terms of its vision and mission. The Director is the key liaison person between governance structures and other role-players in the organisation. S\/he will also be responsible for overseeing all financial, staff, programme and operational aspects of Umthathi Training Project and ensuring their smooth functioning.
\nUmthathi conducts \u201cHealthy Living\u201d developmental education and training programmes that aims to improve the quality of life and enable sustainable health for poor and vulnerable community members and school learners within a 200km radius of Grahamstown.
\nThe salary is commensurate with qualification and experience.
\nKey Requirements:
\n\u2022 A Post-graduate Degree or equivalent in the fields of Community Development, Education and Training, Development Economics, Management or Human Resources is required.
\n\u2022 Sound business acumen and a minimum of 8 years management experience at least five of which should have been in a position of senior management and extensive project leadership with in-depth knowledge of community development projects.
\n\u2022 Fundraising experience relating to the NGO sector or related sectors.
\n\u2022 Crucial components of this position are the ability to communicate strategy, purpose and direction of the organisation and effectively plan, coordinate and manage the staff, activities and development of the organisation
\n\u2022 Fluency in Written and Spoken English is essential, and knowledge of isiXhosa is highly recommended.
\n\u2022 A Code EB Drivers Licence is a requirement of this position<\/p>\n
A detailed job description is available from marlene@umthathi.co.za.
\nCurriculum vitae with a detailed description of duties and the names of two referees may be emailed to marlene@umthathi.co.za or mailed to PO Box 6075, Market Square, 6141.
\nThe closing date for applications is Thursday 31st May at 9am.
\nInterviews will be held between 18th and 22nd June at Umthathi House, 4122 Xhora Street, Ext. 7, Grahamstown.
\nUmthathi reserves the right not to make any appointment.
\nIf you do not hear from Umthathi within a week from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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