Programme Director

The Programme Director (PD) works closely with the Chief Executive and is responsible for providing strategic leadership and technical programme oversight to TEKANO and the Programmes Team in particular. The PD will conceptualise and lead the Curriculum, Teaching and Learning of the Year-long Fellowship Programme and the activities of the Lifelong Fellowship Programme.

As an Executive Management Team member s/he will play a leading role in the ongoing strategic thinking and direction of TEKANO and drive the accomplishment of TEKANO’s mission and vision and assure its responsiveness and accountability to its diverse constituents, as part of the Executive Management Team collective.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership and OD- Ensure the integration of strategic work and direction of the Year Long and Lifelong fellowship programmes into the Tekano overall strategy; participate in executive team; Conceptualise, lead and implement the Curriculum, Teaching and Learning programme of the Year-long fellowship programme and the Lifelong Fellowship programme; contribute to shaping and implementing TEKANO’s networking, advocacy and communications strategies
• Programme Direction, Monitoring and learning- Strategise and plan the annual internal planning process; Maintain and ensure the upkeep of Tekano quality and standards in programmes design, materials, facilitation, reports; Ensure the necessary monitoring and evaluation systems are in place for Programmes performance against plan, identify lessons and changes required to improve programming
• Financial Monitoring- Ensure sound financial and resource management of programmes, monitoring programme budgets
• Team Management- Provide high quality leadership to the Programmes team in a proactive and positive way, ensuring that the Programmes team deliver their planned outcomes and that their agreed targets are met in line with the Organisational Strategy

Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field. Masters level degree in social or political science, public health or development studies would be advantageous.

10 Years’ experience in developing and implementing Non-Profit Programmes to strengthen analytical and leadership capabilities of activists and advocates, Experience as an activist or advocate for social justice, health-specific experience would be advantageous. More than five years’ experience in leading, managing and motivating staff and teams in a context of substantial diversity. Proven experience in working collaboratively across universities, educational institutions, Non-Profits and Social Movements engaged in popular and mass based education and leadership development.

 Communications Specialist

The Communications Specialist is responsible for: Development and implementation of communication and marketing strategies. The specialist will also ensure smooth, and timeous communications with all Tekano’s external stakeholders including all other Atlantic Fellowships across the world. The role will maintain a positive image of the organisation and communicate the organisation’s vision, goals and objectives. The specialist will position Tekano as a leader in leadership development for health equity and will enhance TEKANO’s public image and brand, protect the institution's reputation and credibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communication strategy and collaboration- Develop and implement Tekano’s communication and marketing strategy and communication policies
• Internal Communications- Develop and implement internal communications strategy to provide effective communication of relevant Tekano information to staff; engage proactively with partners, constituents, and staff members, to ascertain needs, share information, knowledge and tools to enhance collaborative communication abilities and effectiveness
• Public Relations and Branding- Develop communications and brand positioning plan, ensuring alignment to Tekano strategic plan; Identify marketing opportunities and develop success strategies to leverage them
• Media Relations- Manage Tekano's media relations work, help build and maintain relationships with relevant media houses and journalists; draft and issue of press releases; organise press conferences and briefings
• Website and social media- Manage the website and social media activities and ensure that Tekano maximises its social media presence and impact on social media platforms.

Requirements: 5-7 years in a communications department; A degree in Communications and Marketing or equivalent qualification. Or a degree in a relevant subject with marketing, media and communications experience

 Human Resources Manager

Providing a comprehensive Human Resources support service to the organisation. The role also fosters and promotes an inclusive, collaborative and high performance ensuring the successful recruitment and contracting of fellows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement effective HR strategies, structures, systems and policies- Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall Tekano strategy and orientation; Research, develop and co-create HR policies were needed and implement a staff learning & development strategy, principles, and pathways; Lead and monitor the performance management process
• Facilitate and Implement HR processes, procedures and tools- Deliver on key employee life cycle aspects and support Tekano OD interventions; Ensure Employee Wellbeing; Manage leave and employee benefits; Provide monthly payroll inputs to Finance Manager
• Recruitment- Manage recruitment, selection and development of staff and consultant contracts; Manage on-boarding of new staff & exiting of staff procedures; support management with development and issuing of Request for Proposals (RFPs).
• Fellowship Support- Provide support and advice to the Fellowship programme by working closely with the Programmes Team in matters relating to discipline and conduct of fellows; provide support to programmes team during recruitment of fellows; support the Fellows Coordinator in development and roll-out of relevant HR related Fellowship policies, support contracting processes for all Fellows
• ER and Compliance- Support managers in the management and resolution of complex employee relations issues and ensure regulatory compliance to reduce legal risks; monitor compliance to employment laws and prepare and ensure timeous submission of labour reports
• Organisational Culture- Foster and promote an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing culture

Requirements: Minimum 5 years’ experience in a generalist HR role. Relevant tertiary degree qualification in Human Resources; Proficiency in electronic communications and standard office software; Fluent in written and spoken English; An additional South African language would be an advantage.

 Finance Manager

The Finance Manager contributes to the success of the organisation by providing reliable and accurate financial and accounting management support services to Tekano operations and Fellowship programme

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor control systems- Monitor the control systems designed to preserve Tekano’s assets and reporting accurate financial results
• General Ledger Management- Review and ensure that all financial transactions are processed accurately, in a timely manner, and in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Financial reporting- Assist in issuing timely, accurate, and complete financial statements for all levels, including Board of Directors, executive, and management
• Procurement and Asset Management- Ensure compliance to ethical procurement as per Procurement Policy and procedures
• People and Stakeholder management- Ensure proper procurement function, office management and facilities management, including development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures the direct reports; Manage and maintain relationships with all key stakeholders and external service providers, including bank account managers and outsourced IT services
• Operational duties performed through financial compliance and internal controls- ensure compliance to internal and external controls and requirements as per internal and international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
• Budget planning- - Support programme and organisational budgetary planning process and associated business plans through coordination of budget planning processes and financial reporting
• Year End Audit- prepare financial year end processes by developing the audit timetable and coordinate with auditors; lead the preparation of audit file by developing

Requirements: 3-year B. Com degree in Financial Accounting or Financial Management; Equivalent work experience; Proficient in electronic communications and standard office software; fluent in written and spoken English, an additional South African language would be an advantage.

 Finance/Operations Administrator

The Finance and Operations Administrator provides administrative and logistical support towards building Tekano. The Finance & Operations Administrator contributes to the success of the organisation through efficient office management and procurement responsibilities in-line with set policies under the supervision of the Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Reception- answering of switchboard calls, manage logistics for operations meeting
• Facilities and office management- Provide efficient and effective administration support; Liaise with the outsourced IT support as and when necessary; Maintain good relationships and liaison with external service providers; Maintain petty-cash and reporting as required by the Finance Officer; Coordinate and oversee office equipment purchasing and maintenance; Coordinate and oversee office equipment purchasing and maintenance
• Logistics Support- Oversee the work of the outsourced travel agency and management the relationship; Coordinate and manage monthly travel bill reconciliations and allocation of expenditure working closely with Programme Administrator and CE’s Executive Assistant; Develop relevant travel policies and systems under Finance Manager supervision; Provide travel support to Tekano external stakeholders
• Finance Support- Provide general finance administrative support including reconciliation of travel invoices, petty cash management; Support the effective functioning of Finance by providing finance administration support; Update the fixed asset tagging, maintain asset register and update equipment for insurance.

Requirements: 3 Years’ administrative experience in a fast-paced environment.3 years’ experience in ethical procurement, fixed asset management, stakeholder management, Insurance management and doing financial reconciliations; Proficient in electronic communications and standard.