Wednesday, September 28, 2011

NEPAD - Communications Advocacy Officer (South Africa)

Qualifications:
Required Skills and Competencies: i. Good knowledge in land management, agricultural water management, agricultural/environmental sciences. ii. Excellent communication, writing, editing skills in English with the ability to work in French as well. iii. Excellent understanding of the issues related to SLM at the regional level. iv. Good knowledge of the SLM sector at the country level, including its main actors. v. Maintain confidentiality at the highest level at all times. vi. High level of accuracy, attention to detail and thoroughness. vii. Excellent leadership, management and supervision skills. viii. Able to work under minimal supervision, be proactive, initiative and with sound judgment. ix. High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment and energetic. x. Ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact. xi. Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions. xii. Creative thinking and problem solving skills. xiii. Good organisation, planning and time management skills. xiv. Sound analytical skills. xv. Excellent interpersonal skills. xvi. Familiar with NEPAD, CAADP and TerrAfrica, and experience in international development politics and working in/with international organizations. xvii. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment. Educational Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum qualification of a Masters Degree in Communications, Social Sciences, Development Economics, International or Environmental Public Policy. Work experience: Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively relevant working experience in Communications and Advocacy. Other relevant skills: i. Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft office, design software, web based tools, web programming) essential. ii. Working knowledge of policy analysis and development and programme and/or project management, implementation and monitoring. iii. Technically competent, knowledgeable, with experience in development issues and administrative management. Language requirement: Excellent English and / or French (spoken and written) and fluency in any other AU language would be an added advantage.
Contact Details
Contact Person: Mrs. F. Ceesay Jallow
Telehone: +27112563600
Fax: +27112063719
E-mail: musam@nepad.org; hr@nepad.org

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