Programme Coordinator

About Digital Frontiers

At Digital Frontiers, we foster a culture of putting our people first. Our leaders are values-based and people-centric. Our people are diverse and passionate to create impact, and our teams are connected and purpose-driven who facilitate outcomes that make a difference in the world.

As a global not-for-profit partner to the development sector, we focus on empowering others to build capabilities and human connections in sectors aligned with the UN Sustainability Goals. Our work is especially vital in low- and middle-income countries, where digitization and the use of digital tools are key to overcoming significant capacity gaps .Our diverse team spans 18 countries and over 20 nationalities, with our core operations located at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, South Africa.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a Programme Coordinator who will ensure our programming objectives and goals are met with the highest quality

The Main Responsibilities of the Programme Coordinator include (but are not limited to):

Program management: 

• Manage the work processes and project timelines for programs at varying stages of development in accordance with the Program Lifecycle,
• Ensure that key deadlines are met, in conjunction with the client; manage tasks and communicate timelines,
• Ensure that all parties (partners, client's program leaders, client's program directors, participants, internal staff) have timely and accurate program information,
• Collect and update internal databases with all participant, partner and client's program leader information,
• Oversee registration and vet participants for each program, ensuring compliance with client's policies,
• Consider the nature of the program and work with the client to tailor the delivery method most appropriate for the program objectives.

Material preparation and evaluation:

• Prepare pre-program and final program materials for programs, in conjunction with client's policies,
• Organize incoming new program materials from the program leaders,
• Review, edit, and format all materials,
• Create zoom links, meet with DFI facilitator, meet with client's program directors and program leaders,
• Ensure that participants, partners and client's program leaders receive all pre-reading and course material at appropriate times,
• Input program evaluations and prepare evaluation reports,
• Support program delivery through TCPP, the client's learning management system, including creating LMS pages, uploading documents, creating announcements, and enrolling participants,
• Ensure that a complete record of program material is filed in the appropriate program folders
  

Travel coordination:

• Support the travel itineraries for an assigned program,
• Coordinate accommodation and local transportation for each program,
• Support the client's program director in arranging the delivery mechanisms, including video conferencing, interpretation and technical facilitation services. This may include participating on-line in off-hour or weekends, depending on the program time zone, as programs are delivered in the time zones of the Partner.
  
  

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Our Commitment to Your Growth and Well-being:

• A trust-based culture that empowers and supports each team member
• Full scholarships for any of the courses we offer
• Flexible working allowance to support employee's home office, WiFi, uninterrupted power supply for load shedding, and parking for when they do come to the office
• 4-day condensed work week
• Paid parental leave
• Tiered leave based on seniority
• An increase in leave as a reward for tenure at three and five years
• Menstrual leave
• Mental Health leave day
• Birthday leave
• Medical aid
• Death and disability cover
• Comprehensive Employee Health and well-being program
• Growth opportunities: predominantly around breadth in skills learned at Digital Frontiers

Digital Frontiers NPC adheres to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and preference will be given to candidates in line with the business' EE targets and goals.

Application Process:

If you feel you meet the above requirements and would like to apply for this opportunity, then please click here to submit your application on our career page