Manager Discrimination, Harassment, and Gender Harm at Rhodes University

The Department - Description of the Department

• The Discrimination, Harassment, and Gender Harm Manager will work closely with the Director: Equity and Institutional Culture, the Director in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, and the Discrimination, Harassment, and Gender Harm Officer to receive and record reports of discrimination, harassment, and all GBV from staff and students and provide comprehensive, complainant support.

The Requirements

• A B.Degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in counselling, social work, or related discipline plus approximately 6 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes:
• Previous experience with advocacy and awareness-raising in matters relating to gender-based violence, harassment, discrimination, and transformation.
• Experience managing and coordinating complaints and/or allegations related to gender-based violence, discrimination, and harassment.
• Experience working collaboratively across departments to achieve institutional goals, including policy development and implementation.
• Previous working experience in higher education will be an advantage.