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The duties and responsibilities of the Operations Manager will include, but not limited to:

• Provide support and technical guidance to each functional unit by implementing departmental strategies that will ensure improvement in efficiency, cost effectiveness, and alignment of these functions to best practices.
• Contribute to the development and review of organisational policies and procedures and ensure adherence to the culture and values of the organisation.
• Provide support to clear regular bottlenecks, problem solve, or to perform crisis management as and when needed.
• Provide technical oversight support to all vendor selection processes to meet NACOSA needs.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure new business opportunities or terminate existing relationships.
• Collaboratively draft operations budget and forecast and prepare annual cash-flow projections based on the approved budget.
• Lead the production of monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of financial performance against budget.
• Review and approve expenditure and monitor and review accounting / vendor queries.
• Compile and submission of reports to MANCO, EXCO, Donors, the Board,
• Provide guidance to staff to ensure NACOSA's policies and procedures are followed and/or amended to coincide with the prevailing requirements.
• Collaboratively develop and maintain a risk register and mitigation plans for operations team.
• Assist to develop performance improvement plans (personal development plans) to support employee development and performance.
• Managing a large portfolio of fleet, mobile clinics and offices nationwide. 

Requirements

• A Post Graduate Degree in Business Management/Procurement/Finance or related field.
• Accounting background is highly advantageous.
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in an operations management role in a national concern with multiple offices and significant role scope.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management
• Working knowledge of relevant Non-Profit Organization legislation, e.g., Companies Act, Administrative Law
• Working knowledge of relevant industry legislation and regulations, e.g., POPI, PAJA, PAIA.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software and internet-based applications. 
• Exceptional written & verbal communication skills (English
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to manage conflict and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders and external services providers

Personal Competencies

• The ability to think strategically and analytically.
• The ability to work across multiple projects, with the excellent planning, prioritization, and time management skills that this will require.
• Proven ability to work as a team member within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Valid drivers’ license, own reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel.

Closing date for applications: 30 November 2023 

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The duties and responsibilities of the Data Capturer will include, but not limited to: 

• Develop and implement strategies to meet sub-district targets. 
• Support the development and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).  
• Travel within communities to monitor the quality and efficiency of programmatic activities.  
• Coordinate and record sub-district mapping. 
• Identification of risk and implementation challenges and engage with Programme Officer/Specialist regarding mitigation. 
• Supervise community facilitators groups and Team Leaders to ensure processes are functioning effectively (daily rollcall, probationary reviews, etc.)  
• Compile, review, and revise weekly or monthly workplans in line with programme performance. 
• Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly target allocation. 
• Coordinate the activities of Community Facilitators to ensure effective and efficient implementation of programmatic activities. 
• Engage with DREAMS partners to attend training and or mentoring events for onsite referrals.  
• Maintain an accurate referral tracking systems to track all referrals made to DREAMS partners to ensure successful referral to DREAMS partners.  
• Coordinate the timely submission of verified procurement/resource requests.  
• Provide administrative support to payments processes to ensure timely payment is made to providers. 
• Engage with other Dreams partners and stakeholders on an ongoing basis to ensure effective engagement.  
• Attend meetings with DREAMS partners on an ad hoc basis. 
• Perform second line data quality checks prior to data submission. 
• Track data errors and manage the process for data error correction and ensure all reports are actioned timeously.  
• Perform irregular, one time and special request tasks related to the department as a whole.

Requirements

Required qualifications, skills, and experience.  

• Post Matric Qualification in Social Science/Public Health or related discipline.   
• Experience working in Gender Based Violence Programmes or related field 
• A minimum of 3 years' related work experience in leading direct implementation teams in a target driven programme (specific experience required in implementation planning, logistical support functions, monitoring, and evaluation) 
• Understanding of the NGO sector and knowledge of big donor processes/requirements will be advantageous  
• Related work experience in the health and social development sectors, and preferably in the field of AGYW and/or survivors of sexual violence - preferred  
• A good working knowledge of HIV prevention, sexual reproductive health, Gender-Based Violence and related programme topics.  
• Demonstrated experience networking with and navigating programme deliverables within communities and building good working relationships 
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with experience of web-based data systems   
• Excellent communications skills in English and any other South African Language.  
• Driver’s license non-negotiable. 

Personal Competencies 

• Ability to plan, organize and deadline driven.   
• Problem solving skills and ability to think strategically. 
• Ability to Lead a team, influence and guide others.  

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The duties and responsibilities of the Data Capturer will include, but not limited to:

• Act as an ambassador for NACOSA and network with relevant stakeholders with the objective of identifying/recruiting beneficiaries for enrolment in one of the DREAMS Group Based Interventions
• Travel (daily) within community area to perform demand creation, recruitment, and enrolment activities 
• Perform daily coaching, training and mentoring activities.
• Ensure weekly / monthly / quarterly targets for training and mentoring are met. 
• Assist to secure resources as and when may be needed (for example, ask in community about safe spaces) 
• Attend weekly team meetings, ad hoc programme meetings.
• Adhere to administration processes and submit completed and accurate documents to the Team Leader
• Assist with implementation of programmatic activities in other community areas (outside area of appointment)

Requirements

Required qualifications, skills, and experience.

• Matric or an equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
• Previous experience working within a Gender Based Violence Programmes - preferred  
• Group-based facilitation experience - preferred 
• Good communication skills and fluent in English and one other South African Language (spoken in allocated district) 
• Basic Computer Skills 
• Good Group Facilitation Skills 
• Driver's License - preferred 

Personal Competencies

• Achievement/Action orientation
• Attention to Detail 
• Self-Confidence 
• Ability to work in a team.