Project Manager: Strategic Partnerships, Comms & Advocacy (PM: SPCA)

at  Funda Wande

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Assist with stakeholder mapping; identify collaboration opportunities; monitor and report on stakeholder, sector and other politically significant activities.
• Identify, develop, and maintain strategic relationships with key players within the sector.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagements, communication and reporting as it relates to the functional area

TALENT MANAGEMENT

• Ensure talent management and development planning for the unit (i.e. job descriptions, recruitment & selection, onboarding, performance management, wellness management, training and development, discipline and responsibility, talent engagements, etc.) is in place and carried out in accordance with all HR Policies and Processes for both internal and independent contractors - in consultation with /support of HR team.
• Effectively manage service providers according to Funda Wande guidelines.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant degree and/or diploma in Education / Development Studies / Project Management / Media/ Journalism / Finance, Operations, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at a similar level coordinating similar projects within philanthropy, education, or development sector.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential. Candidates should be able to craft clear, concise messaging for different audiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills are crucial for handling multiple tasks, deadlines, and campaigns.
• Strong understanding of the South African education sector
• An understanding of ethical considerations in communication, including issues like privacy and honesty, is essential.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

Reporting to the CEO, the PM: SPCA, will be responsible for the coordination & maintenance of Funda Wande’s strategic partnerships, and the planning and execution of Funda Wande communications and advocacy activities.
To succeed in this role, you will need to work well under pressure, plan, and execute systematically and has strong interpersonal and communication skills. You’re confident, proactive, self-reliant and performance orientated. Possessing experience in the education field would be advantageous. Having high level coordination and technological acumen in: Microsoft Office, Excel, Smartsheet, Slack, Dropbox, or equivalents is critical.

OBJECTIVES OF ROLE

As the PM: SPCA you will be responsible for performing the following activities: