Based in Pretoria, South Africa From £31,550 per annum 3 years contract (with possible extension), accompanied post
HelpAge International helps older people claim their rights, challenge discrimination and overcome poverty, so that they can lead dignified, secure, active and healthy lives. HelpAge International network brings together hundreds of organisations worldwide. HelpAge International has a secretariat with offices in London and Brussels, six regional centres in Africa, South Asia, East Asia/Pacific, Latin America, the Caribbean and Central Asia, together with national programmes and a number of emergencies programmes.
HelpAge is opening a new regional office in South Africa; its key function will be to develop a network of civil society organisations working for older people in Southern Africa. In addition, the office will work extensively with national governments and the donor community (including the UN) to mainstream ageing issues into development policy. The office will focus on the development of the HIV/AIDS programmes, as well as Social Protection, Health and Rights.
This is an exciting opportunity to be responsible for representing HelpAge International in the Southern Africa region and establishing a Regional Programme in line with global strategies, supporting and promoting the development of the Southern Africa network. You will also support members and partners to strengthen their organisational capacity, participation and influence of disadvantaged older people in the region.
As the Regional Representative, you will be a strong leader with substantial experience of international development work including some experience in Southern Africa. Excellent people management skills along with strong experience of strategic planning, budgeting and reporting are essential for this role. You will have demonstrable experience of advocacy/lobbying as well as institutional fundraising, with superb communication skills and the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy at all levels.
For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please click on the following link:http://www.helpage.org//regionalrepresentative
HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer.
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