» Media and Communications Coordinator
Programme: Institutional Development
Description: Coordinate the media and communications operations for a dynamic NGO. Responsibilities include electronic and print communications; maintaining and developing the website; public relations; and helping hone SAEP's media strategy.
Full-time or part-time? Ideally full-time; minimum 3 days a week
Dates: January/February - December 2012.
Requirements: Self-motivated and organised; strong background in communication, PR and/or journalism; strong organisational skills; interest in working with youth. Beneficial but not required: graphic design/web design skills, nonprofit experience, background in education, previous experience in South Africa.
Other: Minimum stay six months; year-long interns are preferred.
Contact:
Katie Huston, Fundraising and Institutional Development Officer
» Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Description: In charge of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment for all SAEP programmes.
Full-time or part-time? Full time.
Dates: January/February - December 2012.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in a relevant discipline; work experience in programme research, design, data collection and analysis. Prior experience in/knowledge of South Africa and education is beneficial but not required.
Other: Minimum stay six months; year-long interns are preferred.
Contact:
Katie Huston, Fundraising and Institutional Development Officer
» Fundraising and Institutional Development Volunteers
Programme: Institutional Development
Description: Assist with a variety of fundraising tasks, including grant writing, donor reporting, event planning, donor communication, research, and print and online media.
Full-time or part-time? Ideally full-time; minimum 3 days a week
Dates: January/February - November 2012.
Requirements: Self-motivated and organised; strong writing background; strong organisational skills. Previous teaching experience or experience working with youth is preferred but not required.
Other: Minimum three-month stay; volunteers who can commit to 6-12 months are preferred.
Contact:
Katie Huston, Fundraising and Institutional Development Officer
» Arts outreach tutors
Description: Teach workshops to high school learners 1-4 times per week week in one of the following art forms: creative writing, dance, drama, visual art, choral music, photography, film.
Full-time or part-time? Part-time
Hours: 1:30-4:30pm, one or more afternoons per week (includes transport to and from schools), plus preparation for classes
Dates: February - October 2012 (except during school holidays in June/July).
Requirements: Background in the art form you wish to teach, interest in working with youth. Previous teaching experience or experience working with youth is preferred but not required.
Other: Year-long volunteers are preferred, though volunteers who can only commit for half the year (February-June or July-October) will also be considered.
» Environmental education tutors
Description: Teach after-school workshops on topics including biodiversity, renewable energy, natural resources, water and energy conservation, climate change, recycling, etc, including debates and public speaking.
Full-time or part-time? Part-time
Hours: 1:30-4:30pm, 2-3 days a week (includes transport to and from schools), plus preparation for classes
Dates: February - October 2012.
Requirements: Environmental knowledge; an interest in environmental issues. Previous experience in teaching or working with teenagers a plus.
Other: In addition to weekly commitments, must be available to participate in SAEP's environment festival, winter camps (held in June/July), and hikes (once per month, Saturday mornings, from 8:00am to approximately 3:00pm). Year-long volunteers are preferred, though volunteers who can only commit for half the year (February-June or July-October) will also be considered.
Ongoing volunteer needs
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