The Gay and Lesbian Network seeks to appoint a Programme Coordinator for its Enabling Environment programme, based in KwaZulu-Natal. Opportunity closing date: Friday, November 9, 2012.

The Gay and Lesbian Network is a young and dynamic NGO working towards creating positive change in the wellbeing of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex LGBTI community in Pietermaritzburg and the KwaZulu-Natal midlands.

The Gay and Lesbian Network seeks to appoint a Programme Coordinator for its Enabling Environment programme, based in KwaZulu-Natal.

This is a one-year, fixed-term contract position.

Responsibilities:

• Organise workshops with key stakeholders;
• Review and develop module;
• Marketing materials;
• Liaise with stakeholders;
• Represent the network at forums/meetings.

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent;
• Minimum of two years working experience in the NGO sector;
• Excellent communication, planning, facilitation and report writing skills;
• Knowledge of the NGO sector and experience working with diverse people and organisations;
• Commitment to the LGBTI sector;
• Ability to work well under pressure and within a small team environment;
• Ability to network with key external partners in mainstreaming the Network’s trainings;
• Computer literate;
• Proficiency in English and isiZulu preferred.

Opportuniy closing date: 9 November 2012 

To apply, submit a CV and motivation letter to director@gaylesbiakzn.org or fax to: 086 508 2203. Alternatively, drop off it at the Network’s office, 187 Burger Street and include the names and contact details of three traceable references.