Manager: Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV)
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
- This post will focus on driving impactful change in addressing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and promoting gender diversity at the University.
- Key responsibilities include establishing accountability systems, strengthening prevention and support structures, revising procedures to close policy gaps, and improving data management and case tracking.
- The role also involves handling confidential complaints, evaluating the effectiveness of existing initiatives, and providing strategic guidance across all colleges, schools, and campuses to foster a safer, more inclusive academic environment.
Minimum requirements
- Master’s degree in any of the disciplines in the Humanities, Social Science or Law.
- At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience, including experience in programme management, on projects or programmes related to sexual assault prevention and response or related field, of which 2 years must be in a supervisory/managerial position, preferably in a campus setting.
- Knowledge of human rights and gender issues in development, particularly sexual and gender-based violence.
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The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
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