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South Africa: Gauteng Regional Eco-Schools Co-ordinator, WESSA/WWF

Eco-Schools is looking for a Regional Co-ordinator to co-ordinate the Eco- Schools programme in Gauteng . Please visit www.wessa,org.za for more information on the Eco-Schools programme.

Main Areas of Responsibility:
  • Develop a programme plan and strategy for the region
  • Co-ordinate the marketing and introduction of the Eco-Schools concept and materials to schools.
  • Organise and give workshops within the region to facilitate the development of Node Coordinators, teachers, and other partner organisations involved in the Eco- Schools programme
  • Align Eco-Schools activities and support to schools with the Department of Education's requirements in regards to the National Curriculum Statement.
  • Fundraising, administration and reporting related to the post
  • Encourage and facilitate partnerships with relevant organizations and institutions for the greater benefit of the schools and the Programme.
  • Qualifying Criteria
  • Environmental Sciences qualification or Educational Qualification (or related fields).
  • Strong administrative capacity
  • Knowledge of the Department of Education Curriculum Policies and the National Curriculum Statements
  • Ability to work independently
  • Good networking and communication skills
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Willingness to travel within Gauteng
  • Computer skills
  • Good interpersonal and team skills
  • A genuine desire to work in an NGO environment

1 fixed-term contract post (3-year contract)

A covering letter, CV and three contactable references should be submitted to :

The Education Specialist, WESSA Northern Areas Region E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Fax: 011 463 8364 

Closing date for applications: 15 March 2008

Shortlisted candidates will be notified telephonically and arrangements made for a personal interview. Candidates not contacted by WESSA by 30 March 2008 should conclude that their application has not been successful. Interviews will be held at the WESSA offices in Bryanston. WESSA is an equal opportunity employer.
 
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