Manager: Engaged Citizenry Programmes at Rhodes University

Main Objectives

• To ensure overall co-ordination of the RUCE Engaged Citizenry Programmes.  Manage Programmes in the VC’s Education Initiative (Makhanda Literacy Collective, which includes the Budding Q Literacy Programme) is focussed, well-planned, data-driven, organised and coordinated, respectful, mutually beneficial and undertaken in the spirit of reciprocity.  This forms part of the institutional plan to address access to RU, social justice and inequality and the VC’s Education Programme goals for Makhanda.

The Requirements

• A relevant B. Degree (preferably in Education): candidates with a relevant postgraduate qualification will be at an advantage plus six (6) years of relevant experience where such experience includes: - 
• Previous administrative and coordination experience in running a programme
• Ability to work within a computerised administration environment
• Experience and interest in early literacy development
• Demonstrable community development experience,
• Experience in volunteering
• Previous experience within a service-orientated environment where liaison and the provision of sound advice and/or service were key responsibilities

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. 

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.