The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Head of Leadership Development & International Office to manage team members and projects, implement and coordinate systems to reach the department’s objectives
• Supporting the Head of department to coordinate functions and projects that support as a learning organisation, the continuous development and improvement of people, and to attract new talent to the organisation through targeted campaigns
• Supporting the Head of the department to build and support an international network

Prospective applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must have a valid Drivers License and have access to a vehicle
• National Senior Certificate or equivalent
• Degree or diploma in Leadership Development, or Politics or International Relations or a relevant tertiary qualification
• 4 years’ experience in a management role
• 3 years’ experience in a training and development related environment, at a practitioner level
• 2 years’ online learning design and management experience is advantageous
• 3 years’ experience in a liberal political party or associated environment is advantageous
• Knowledge of the local, provincial and national political and legislative framework and dynamics
• Knowledge of liberal philosophy
• Strong financial management and project management skills
• Strong system creation/implementation and tracking skills
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom)
• Excellent use of the English language and ability to proof-read
• Excellent report writing, presentation and coordinating skills
• Excellent administrative skills, organisational abilities, and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to provide clear and timeous feedback
• Ability to research best-practices and apply these
• Ability to process and understand complex and technical information
• Ability to assimilate current training and development methodologies and apply in the political environment
• Ability to create high quality content for training and development programmes
• Ability to facilitate programmes, both in-person and virtually
• Ability to use initiative in high pressure situations
• Ability to function well and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to the principles, policies, and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance
• Ability to work effectively and energetically around a demanding work schedule, including working irregular hours on a frequent basis
• Applicants must be willing to travel domestically and internationally