Deputy Director: Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning -Ecosystem-based EDRR

This position requires a degree in Life Sciences, Natural Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Botany, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. A postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 in a relevant field will be added advantage. This position also requires 8 years of work experience in the relevant field, 4 years of which should be in the first line management position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: keen interest in Climate Change Adaptation and environmental/developmental issues; extensive project management experience including results-based management, monitoring and evaluation; certification in project management in the development field would be ideal; experience in project content writing, reporting writing and minute-taking; knowledge and familiarity with the GCF funding modality is an added advantage; strong team leadership capabilities; proven ability to work with diverse teams and individually whilst under pressure but being quality, cost, compliance and safety conscious; experience in stakeholder engagement, partnership development and relationship management; understanding of government procedures, policies, and legislation; excellent communication (Fluency in English) both verbal and written and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

Key performance responsibilities include:

• Advise on and support organisational learning and monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning across the Eco-DRR project;
• Advise on and support social process facilitation and organisational learning capacity across the Eco-DRR project;
• Develop and lead the Eco-DRR project’s monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning processes;
• Lead the development of the organisational learning function within the Eco-DRR project; and
• Facilitate human capital development and transformation within the scope of the Eco-DRR project.