JOB DESCRIPTION Position TitleEnergy & Climate Justice coordinator
(fixed-term contract post – 12 months renewable contingent on funding)Start date As soon as possible
PURPOSE The purpose of this role is as follows:
OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE
Essential work experience
Personal attributes
JOB CONTENT Key Performance Areas****Activities / Objectives / TasksResearch Research, compile and disseminate accurate & accessible climate and energy justice information for faith leadersProduce briefings and commission research as requiredPolicy Attend parliament meetings and other policy discussions on climate and energy including the energy portfolio committee with a focus on nuclear energy developmentsResearch climate and energy developments, and nuclear energy issues in particular.Attending conferences and meetings.CampaignsDeveloping campaign plans that are consistent with the ‘no nuclear’ campaign strategy and objectives and making sure that these are clear and accessible Actively engage in external meetings and online fora on SAFCEI’s behalf to build collaborative approaches.Coordinate campaign plans, identifying activities and responsibilities and delivery
Project CoordinationRegular project report writing and a monitoring and evaluation plan for project implementation.Keep detailed project records, metrics, data and documentation for all events. Monitor the project budget and undertake such administrative tasks as may be required for the effective functioning of the project.Networking
Build new faith networks in affected communities to expand the campaignIdentifying new partners and collaboration potential for the organisation as a whole Communications and ResourcesDevelop easy to read and digest resources for faith communities on energy and climate issues in particular the nuclear energy campaign Support faith leader’s to develop their voices to speak out on the campaign objectives
Representing SAFCEI
Understand SAFCEI’s history, campaigns, and theory of change.
Responding to partner requests for information and collaboration in trainings, presentations and other event.
To apply, email portia@safcei.org.za with a letter of motivation, detailing your experience and expertise, including your CV, and the names and contact details (email addresses and telephone numbers) of three references.
A skills test will be administered as part of the selection process.
All applicants must have a valid SA work visa and be staying in the country. This job requires you to be based in Cape Town.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SAFCEI is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets and building the best possible team.
SAFCEI (Southern African Faith Communities’ Environment Institute) is a multi-faith organisation committed to supporting faith leaders and their communities in Southern Africa to increase awareness, understanding and action on eco-justice, sustainable living and climate change.
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