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Program Facilitator

Posted in NGOs, Social Science

Plan International Zimbabwe

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Zimbabwe

Description :


Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children's rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. We support children's rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for - and respond to - crises and adversity.


We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. In Zimbabwe, we have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 31 years. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.


Program Facilitator - Bulawayo Program Area


Reporting to the Program Area Manager, the Program Facilitator is responsible for facilitating community participation in programs and production of Building Relationship (BR) communications including the integration of program and BR activities in the field.


Accountabilities:


Community mobilization and facilitation


Facilitate project design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in the assigned area of operation

Facilitate effective participation of children, families, communities and stakeholders in programming activities

Facilitate the integration of program and sponsorship activities in the field

Coordination and Networking


Establish good working relations with children, families, community leadership, community based organizations (CBOs), government extension staff and other stakeholders at ward and village levels

Participate in stakeholder meetings and networks at ward and village levels

Sponsorship activities


Create community awareness on Sponsorship processes and development education

Monitor and follow up on Sponsored Children

Promote integration of Sponsorship and program processes at field level

Facilitate production of quality Sponsorship products to meet set deadlines

Promote child rights based programming at field level

Child Protection & gender equality mainstreaming


Promote and abide by Plan policies and procedures including but not limited to: Gender equality mainstreaming, Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct and the related mandatory reporting responsibilities

Report all incidents and concerns on child abuse to the line manager

Knowledge:


A Diploma/Degree in Social Work, Development Studies or related discipline from a recognized institute.

A clean class 3 riders' licence

Willingness to ride a motorbike

At least 3 years' experience in a similar role in an NGO environment

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment

Knowledge of Isindebele is an added advantage

Skills


Proven ability to develop project proposals and concepts

Excellent networking and partnership building skills

Research, analytical and problem solving skills

Good communication, facilitation and report writing skills

Strong team-building and motivational skills


Tags child abuse child protection child rights community leadership community mobilization community participation continuous improvement development education monitoring and evaluation social work transparency

Strong negotiating, strategic thinking and influencing skills

Behaviours


Demonstrates clear respect to all and especially children without discrimination

Ability to develop, motivate and coach and mentor others

Promotes high quality programs

Having initiative and able to work independently

Promotes innovation and learning in program facilitation

Communicates clearly and effectively on child rights programming

Confident in taking initiative and exploring new opportunities

Assertiveness and shows cultural sensitiveness

PLAN INTERNATIONAL'S VALUES IN PRACTICE


We are open and accountable


Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.

Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.

Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.

Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.

Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people.

We strive for lasting impact


Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.

Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.

Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.

Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

We work well together


Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.

Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.

Develops trusting and 'win-win' relationships with funders, partners and communities.

Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

We are inclusive and empowering


We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential.

We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace.

We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and change their own lives.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit their curriculum vitae & cover letter outlining their suitability for the position. Plan International takes very seriously the responsibility and duty to ensure that we and anyone who represents us does not in any way harm or place at risk children and young people. In this regard, reference & background checks will be performed including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan's Safeguarding Policy.


This position is open to Zimbabwean nationals


Location: Zimbabwe (Bulawayo)


Type of role: Fixed Term Contract


Closing Date : 17 August 2021




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