Operations Manager: UKZN Foundation
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
The Operations Manager is responsible for leading the administrative support staff to ensure the delivery of an efficient and excellent service to the fundraising team, the Executive Director and the Board of Trustees. Implementing the operational aspects of the Foundation strategy and monitoring the achievement of strategic targets. The Operations Manager will manage the marketing and communications of the Foundation which includes among others: managing the website and social media platforms, writing content, compiling and editing of the Foundation newsletter Annual Report, and development and archiving of marketing materials and campaigns.
The successful candidate’s primary functions will be as follows:
Ø Managing the daily operations of the Foundation (including procurement, health and safety, risk management).
Ø Managing a small team.
Ø Updating/creating marketing and communication materials and campaigns.
Ø Producing the Foundation`s quarterly magazines and Annual Report.
Ø Project managing events run by the Foundation.
Ø Updating the Foundation`s website with fresh content
Minimum requirements
• Matric and relevant Honours Degree/ relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience with at least2 years at a supervisory/management/project management level
• Five years relevant management and/or project management experience.
• Knowledge of UKZN financial management and procurement systems
• Experience in proposal writing
• Ability to write and express complex concepts clearly
• Content generation ability and experience
• Able to produce a newsletter and magazine
Benefits
Short-listed candidates may be required to undertake a skills test.
Enquiries and details regarding this post, including requests for a job profile, may be directed to Cynthia Mbuli mbulic@ukzn.ac.za.
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 27 August 2024.
