Gender Links, a dynamic Southern African NGO based in Johannesburg that promotes gender equality in and through the media, seeks to fill the post of Gender and Media Programme Manager on an initial two year contract basis. All applications must be received by close of business on Friday 15 January 2009. Late applications will not be considered. Candidates from within the SADC region are welcome to apply. GL is an equal opportunity employer.

Tasks
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Manage all of GL’s gender and media research and policy projects including implementation and financial accounting.
- Oversee GL’s media training portfolio.
- Assist in conceptualising and fund raising for future work to promote gender equality in and through the media.
- Contribute to the development of high quality publications and to the growth of the Gender and Media Diversity Centre.
- Participate in seminars, debates and knowledge creation on gender and the media in the region.

Skills required
- Masters degree in media studies or equivalent qualification.
- At least five to eight years experience working in the media or a related field in the SADC region and knowledge/working experience of the region.
- Track record of commitment to gender equality and diversity in the media.
- Excellent research, writing and presentation skills.
- Excellent programme management skills.
- Excellent IT skills and knowledge of how to use this tool to leverage research, policy and training.
A competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with skills and experience. Please send a letter of motivation, CVs, a sample of your writing and references to: [email][email protected] or fax: 011-622-4732 . For further enquiries phone 011-622-2877. Only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews.