PROJECT MANAGER:
2008-01-24
PROJECT MANAGER:
Franschhoek based Not-for-Profit
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting directly to the Founders Management and implementation of projects in primary schools and within the community in the Franschhoek area.
Management of daily site visits to schools & crθches to monitor progress of projects, meet and engage with children, educators and volunteers
Co-ordination and recruitment of volunteer staff
Set up/Planning of weekly & termly educational, sports and club programmes
Creation, implemention and monitoring of measurement tools for academic programmes
Organise life skills programmes and workshops
Organise community outreach and training programmes for parents/carers
Organise and run local sporting tournaments for primary school age children
Liaison with local high schools for the provision of teen tutors, use of facilities and sporting exchange. Report writing and feedback
REQUIREMENTS
Ability to manage, motivate and train volunteer & paid staff
Ability to create and manage to a budget
Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
Report writing and computer skills
Energetic, passionate, committed and reliable person
Courageous and solutions orientated
High level of comfort with, ability to communicate with and understanding of children
Community awareness
Knowledge of school curriculum for primary and high school
Drivers licence and own transport. Must reside within 25km of Franschhoek
English fluency, both written and oral required. Afrikaans & Xhosa knowledge a plus
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION
Degree or diploma in Education, Social Studies, or Development Studies
Higher degree a plus
Computer literacy at a high level, including with financial reports and the internet.
EXPERIENCE
Experience in working with primary school children and teenagers
Previous teaching experience, social work or corporate training experience
Involvement in community projects or activities
Staff training or co-ordination experience/experience in human relations management
Qualified applicants please email CV with references to info@thekusasaproject or fax to 021-876-4446.
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