About the Organisation
People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) is a South African, feminist, women’s rights organisation established in 1979. We provide free counselling, sheltering, skills development opportunities, legal services, sector capacity building and strengthening as well as public awareness and education to assist abused women. POWA also engages in advocacy to ensure the realisation of women’s rights and thereby improve women’s quality of life. We are also involved in law and policy reform, research, campaigning as well as regional and international strategic engagement.
About the Job
The Executive Director at POWA oversees all operations and reports to the Board. The ideal candidate should have a Social Work qualification with additional training in project management, leadership, and business management, along with experience in feminist spaces and GBV prevention. Key responsibilities include leading and interacting sensitively with GBV survivors, representing POWA at high-level stakeholder meetings, and building effective teams. The role requires knowledge of organizational development, conflict resolution, HR, financial management, and legal matters related to POWA’s status. Experience with Board interactions is beneficial. The Executive Director will guide POWA through its transitional phase, influencing strategic direction, enhancing visibility, and ensuring financial sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and measure the application of internal policies, strategies, and programmes.
Develop an organisational structure that supports the strategy and is sufficiently flexible to adapt to changing requirements of the organisation and communities it serves.
Develop and maintain positive communication channels with national and international stakeholders relevant to the development of women and girls – including Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), Community-Based Organsiations (CBOs), local and regional NPOs, Victim Empowerment Forums, Shelter Movements and Forums, donor organisations, government departments and related agencies.
Promote an ethical and positive image of POWA and women and girls’ issues across various media channels/platforms.
Manage activities undertaken by POWA, including the development and maintenance of administrative, financial, and knowledge management systems, the development of employees and volunteers through training, and case consultations and clinical supervision by internal and or external professionals.
Ensure the development and maintenance of a Performance Management System.
Build and sustain a positive organisational culture that fosters commitment to a common vision and individual objectives amongst the workforce.
Establish effective and efficient governance and risk management mechanisms to ensure the organisation’s overall sound governance compliance.
Requirements
An undergraduate qualification in Social Work.
Previous experience leading an organisation and at least five years’ experience at senior management level within the social service environment and/or non-profitable organisation.
Any further qualifications in general business management, social work, clinical psychology, public health, social sciences, law are an advantage.
Prior experience at leading an organisation.
Sound understanding of feminist philosophy, GBV prevention, GBV policy- influencing and advocacy skills and experience.
Experience in operations management including financial and human resources, managing volunteers, culturally diverse groups and case work.
Ability to supervise chief Social Workers aligned with the Department of Social Development’s requirements.
The incumbent must have a sound knowledge of violence against women and girls, GBV prevention, POWA programmes, corporate and donor and government funding priorities and mechanisms, interests, referrals, and relationship management experience with complementary organisations similar to POWA’s core business.
Strategic planning and development.
Change management.
Stakeholder management and networking.
Experience in developing short, medium, and long-term fundraising strategies that ensure funding sustainability. A track record that demonstrates raising funding in excess of R7million annually.
Financial management, financial planning, including budgeting, financial monitoring and reporting, and identifying potential risks for Board decision-making.
Financial and Business modelling and a sound understanding of NPO funding and alternative business models.
Excellent report and proposal writing skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft packages and project management tools.
Public relations/media management and public speaking skills.
Knowledge of NPC and NPO processes.
Experience in NPC and NPO governance including reporting to Board of Directors.
Management and leadership skills.
To apply
To apply, email your application by Monday 5th August 2024 to tracy@actionappointments.co.za
About the Organisation
People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) is a South African, feminist, women’s rights organisation established in 1979. We provide free counselling, sheltering, skills development opportunities, legal services, sector capacity building and strengthening as well as public awareness and education to assist abused women. POWA also engages in advocacy to ensure the realisation of women’s rights and thereby improve women’s quality of life. We are also involved in law and policy reform, research, campaigning as well as regional and international strategic engagement.
About the Job
The Executive Director at POWA oversees all operations and reports to the Board. The ideal candidate should have a Social Work qualification with additional training in project management, leadership, and business management, along with experience in feminist spaces and GBV prevention. Key responsibilities include leading and interacting sensitively with GBV survivors, representing POWA at high-level stakeholder meetings, and building effective teams. The role requires knowledge of organizational development, conflict resolution, HR, financial management, and legal matters related to POWA’s status. Experience with Board interactions is beneficial. The Executive Director will guide POWA through its transitional phase, influencing strategic direction, enhancing visibility, and ensuring financial sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and measure the application of internal policies, strategies, and programmes.
Develop an organisational structure that supports the strategy and is sufficiently flexible to adapt to changing requirements of the organisation and communities it serves.
Develop and maintain positive communication channels with national and international stakeholders relevant to the development of women and girls – including Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), Community-Based Organsiations (CBOs), local and regional NPOs, Victim Empowerment Forums, Shelter Movements and Forums, donor organisations, government departments and related agencies.
Promote an ethical and positive image of POWA and women and girls’ issues across various media channels/platforms.
Manage activities undertaken by POWA, including the development and maintenance of administrative, financial, and knowledge management systems, the development of employees and volunteers through training, and case consultations and clinical supervision by internal and or external professionals.
Ensure the development and maintenance of a Performance Management System.
Build and sustain a positive organisational culture that fosters commitment to a common vision and individual objectives amongst the workforce.
Establish effective and efficient governance and risk management mechanisms to ensure the organisation’s overall sound governance compliance.
Requirements
An undergraduate qualification in Social Work.
Previous experience leading an organisation and at least five years’ experience at senior management level within the social service environment and/or non-profitable organisation.
Any further qualifications in general business management, social work, clinical psychology, public health, social sciences, law are an advantage.
Prior experience at leading an organisation.
Sound understanding of feminist philosophy, GBV prevention, GBV policy- influencing and advocacy skills and experience.
Experience in operations management including financial and human resources, managing volunteers, culturally diverse groups and case work.
Ability to supervise chief Social Workers aligned with the Department of Social Development’s requirements.
The incumbent must have a sound knowledge of violence against women and girls, GBV prevention, POWA programmes, corporate and donor and government funding priorities and mechanisms, interests, referrals, and relationship management experience with complementary organisations similar to POWA’s core business.
Strategic planning and development.
Change management.
Stakeholder management and networking.
Experience in developing short, medium, and long-term fundraising strategies that ensure funding sustainability. A track record that demonstrates raising funding in excess of R7million annually.
Financial management, financial planning, including budgeting, financial monitoring and reporting, and identifying potential risks for Board decision-making.
Financial and Business modelling and a sound understanding of NPO funding and alternative business models.
Excellent report and proposal writing skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft packages and project management tools.
Public relations/media management and public speaking skills.
Knowledge of NPC and NPO processes.
Experience in NPC and NPO governance including reporting to Board of Directors.
Management and leadership skills.
To apply
To apply, email your application by Monday 5th August 2024 to tracy@actionappointments.co.za