GL Vacancy: Project Officer LGBTQI Fund

Gender Links, (GL) a dynamic Southern African NGO based in Johannesburg, promoting gender equality and justice, seeks the services of an experienced, skilled, highly motivated and committed Project Officer for the #VoiceandChoice: Diversity and Inclusion in Southern Africa programme involving the management of grants to LGBTQI organisations in Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius and Namibia.The post is based in Mauritius.

Background:

The project, which is funded by the EU, aims to strengthen LGBTQI organisations in five Southern African countries to create safe spaces for, and support LGBTQI persons; strengthen movement building; challenge prevailing attitudes and norms as well as prepare the ground for legislative and policy changes.

Key responsibilities:

Reporting to the Programme Manager, the project officer will be required to:

• Support the Programme Manager in planning, coordination, and implementation of project requirements.
• Provide administrative and logistical support, including arranging meetings, taking minutes, and following up on action points.
• Assist in drafting quarterly reports, annual reports, and other documentation for EU donor, partners and stakeholders.
• Coordinate logistical arrangements such as travel bookings, event planning, and procurement of supplies.
• Managing administrative and logistical aspects of training activities.
• Organising both in-person and online training courses, seminars, and conferences.
• Providing administrative and e-learning support to experts and project leaders.
• Assisting in contract preparation and coordination.
• Tracking project progress and overseeing budgets.
• Supporting experts in project delivery.
• Maintaining business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for project organisation.
• Manage calendars and scheduling for programme activities and stakeholder meetings.
• Support the implementation of the communication strategy for internal and external audiences.
• Conduct research and data analysis to support programme monitoring and evaluation.
• Maintain organised document management systems for programme documents.
• Assist with project communications, including e-mails, social media, website updates, press releases, and other communications-related tasks as assigned.
• Assist in managing the project work plan and budget.
• Foster the growth and development of strong LGBTQI organisations and networks through strategic litigation, linking, learning and programme synergies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Fluency in English; a second internationally recognised language would be an advantage.
• Track record of working in the LGBTQI sector in Southern Africa
• Experience with working with EU funded projects will be an advantage.
• Drivers licence

Experience:

• At least two years of experience in Programme administration, coordination in the NGO sector.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document preparation.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and event coordination.
• Experience in communications, including social media management, and website content updates.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, organisational, team and project management skills.
• A track record of securing funds and in supporting resource mobilisation
• Proficiency in grant management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.

Conditions

The contract will be for an initial period of one year. The offer will be subject to three months’ probation.  The successful candidate will be based in Mauritius. Having a valid residence or work permit in Mauritius will be an advantage. The successful candidate will be periodically required to travel.  GL will offer a highly competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the skills and experience. While GL recognises the use of AI as a tool, applications must be authentic.  Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. GL reserves the right to re-advertise, should a suitable candidate not be found.

Equality Statement

Equality and diversity are at the core of Gender Links values. Staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

To Apply: Please submit your resume on the link below:

Using the online platform at the following link interested candidates should:

• Submit their CV (An up-to-date curriculum vitae (of no more than 3-4 sides of A4);
• References with the relevant contact information;
• Letter of motivation – a detailed statement (of no more than 2-sides of A4) explaining why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you suitable.
• A piece of written work that you have authored recently – a report, a proposal, etc.

Closing date

Applications are welcome until the deadline of: midnight SATS on 28 March 2025.

Queries?

Please direct any queries to:  glservices@genderlinks.org.za