Job Description

WWMP is a non-profit organisation that specialises in developing democratic mass media and organisational platforms nationally and in several local communities that focus on socio-economic and political issues that affect them. Its activities include mass media productions, education and training and organising support for trade unions and working-class communities. Based in Cape Town or Johannesburg xe2x80x93 WWMP seeks to appoint a DEPUTY DIRECTOR The Deputy Director will provide direction, co-ordination and leadership to WWMP and project implementation, monitoring and evaluation. He/she will be responsible for translating the organisationxe2x80x99s mission into realistic goals and objectives by ensuring that Operations and Projects are aligned with the WWMP Mission and Vision The Deputy Director will be responsible for the following duties: Fundraising for projects and core activities. Ensure that projects are managed and implemented effectively. Coordinate and monitor the hiring and performance of employees. Prepare and monitor the organisationxe2x80x99s budget and finance reporting. Ensure effective, efficient and economic utilisation of WWMP financial resources. Ensure effective Human Resource Management. Provide expert analysis on prevailing and emerging political and socio-economic issues. Liaise, meet and support project co-ordinators and the director where required. Produce donor reports in relation to specific projects. The Deputy Director must meet the following criteria: Ideally experience in working in an NGO and/or trade union environment. Post graduate qualification within the Arts or Social Science field and/or Media/Communications - however, other job- related education, experience or training might be substituted for all or part of the above. Strategic Management and Decision-making Skills. Project Planning and Management. Administrative and Fundraising skills. Analytical skills and knowledge of Political Economy along with an understanding of working class and labour issues, TUxe2x80x99s, social movements and the political and social environment. Conflict Management skills Good understanding and appreciation of the media. Coaching and Mentoring and problem solving skills. Excellent Communication (at least two SA languages), Presentation and Marketing. Please note that this is a 1-year contract with a possibility of renewal subject to funding and performance with a hybrid working model. View the full job description and application instructions on the Vacancies page at www.actionappointments.co.za/vacanciesand email your application by Friday 10thNovember 2023 to tracy@actionappointments.co.za Job Type: Full-time Application Deadline: 2023/11/10