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Employment at Lesotho Revenue Authority


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IT Governance Specialist -

How to apply: Interested candidates who meet any of the above criteria should complete and send the LRA Application form, via email to the following email address :
recruitment@lra.org.ls

All emails are urged to indicate the name of the position applied for in the ‘Subject’ area.
Please note that No Hard copy, Incomplete or late applications will be considered. The deadline for applications is The deadline for applications is 4:00pm on Closing dates provided. . . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CAREERS at Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA)


The Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation (CTO) is seeking to recruit for the following positions
·         Manager – Human Resources and Administration
·         Travel and Logistics Officer

The closing date for applications is 15 July. Please visit http://www.cto.int/about-the-cto/working-with-us/current-vacancies/ for more details and instructions on applying.

Employment at Vodacom Lesotho - End of June 2016


Vodacom Lesotho is a leading Telecommunications company in Maseru. As part of the Vodacom group we have global reach throughout the world. As one of the most recognizable brands in the world, and if that is not enough we spend our entire time helping people stay in touch with one another. Once you’re here, you’ll find the freedom to be yourself and the inspiration to do your best.

Manager: M-Pesa
Vodacom Lesotho is seeking Manager: M-pesa within M-pesa Department. The Manager: M-pesa    is responsible for analysing prioritising and delivering against M-pesa business growth opportunities and manage the daily operations of the department. 

Key deliverables:
· Develop and implement segment specific agent and customer value propositions to align with customer acquisition and retention strategy.
·  Develop and execute new services Go-To-Market strategy
· To manage and coordinate daily operations of the department in collaboration with relevant support business units to ensure flawless customer/agent experience.
· Develop business processes and policies and ensure that all business units comply with all m-pesa business processes and commercial terms

The successful candidate will be a People’s person, Customer oriented, self-starter who pays attention to details, is highly ethical and an excellent team player and poses the following qualities: 
           · Numeracy skills and great attention to details 
           · In-depth knowledge and understanding of marketing management and advertising principles
           · Self-motivate
           · Ability to work independently and collaboratively resolve issues without close supervision
           · High level of integrity and reliability

      Qualifications and Experience
· B. Comm Business Management or B.Comm Marketing
· Masters in Business Administration will be an added advantage
       · At least 3 years’ experience in the telecommunication environment or related industry will be an added advantage. 
If you are seeking that next challenge and feel you could make a difference to our people and want to work for a strong purposeful company then this is your opportunity.
Please forward your application with Position and Area as the subject accompanied by a detailed CV and certified copies of educational certificates to:
 careers@vodacom.co.ls
Closing date: 01 July 2016
Should you not be contacted within three weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Specialist: M-Pesa

Vodacom Lesotho is seeking Specialist: M-pesa Marketing within Marketing Department. The Specialist: M-pesa Marketing   is responsible for developing, managing, and monitoring end to end go-to-market (GTM) plans for all m-pesa campaigns, activations, and coordinate all m-pesa corporate events working in close partnership with the m-pesa business unit and service points to drive awareness, excitement, and usage that delivers on business targets and marketing objectives. Successful candidate will also be expected to maintain the m-pesa brand and corporate identity as well as positioning the brand to drive consumer demand as part of the brand’s long-term strategy.
Key deliverables:
·  Compile comprehensive GTM plans for new and existing products to support business objectives and drive revenue.
·  Develop, coordinate, and support placement of content for electronic media, including TV, radio, multimedia, and new media platforms for new and existing m-pesa products and launches.
· Conceptualise and design creatives for all m-pesa campaigns.
· Project manage the creative, layout and content of below-the-line and above-the-line campaign and advertising material.
           · Plan and oversee rollout of m-pesa campaigns and product launches in the market, across the network in stores and the        retail environment in consultation with M-pesa, Sales & Distribution and Customer Operations business units.
    The successful candidate will be a People’s person, Customer oriented, self-starter who pays attention to details, is highly ethical and an excellent team player and poses the following qualities:
          · Ability to analyse figures
          · In-depth knowledge and understanding of marketing management and advertising principles
          · Self-motivated
          · Ability to work independently and collaboratively resolve issues without close supervision
          · Highly ethical
      Qualifications and Experience:
          · A Degree or advanced technical qualification (B.Tech) in Marketing, Advertising, Communications or related field.
           · At least 4-5 years’ experience in Marketing, Advertising, or Communications for services, with experience of telecoms and financial               services industries being a distinct advantage.
    If you are seeking that next challenge and feel you could make a difference to our people and want to work for a strong purposeful company then this is your opportunity. 
      Please forward your application with Position and Area as the subject accompanied by a detailed CV and certified copies of educational certificates to:
 careers@vodacom.co.ls
Closing date: 01 July 2016
Should you not be contacted within three weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

World Bank Lesotho Young Professionals Program - July 2016


For more than 50 years, the Young Professionals Program has been the preeminent program preparing global development leaders and the starting point of an exciting career at the World Bank Group.
If you are a highly motivated individual who possesses a passion for international development and are skilled in areas relevant to the World Bank’s operations such as economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, infrastructure, urban planning or natural resource management, we would like to hear from you. 
For more information and to apply, visit worldbank.org/ypp
and submit your application between 15 June and 27 July 2016.

Chief of Party - South Africa, GCBS


Pact seeks a Chief of Party for a five-year, multi-million dollar USAID-funded contract focusing on strengthening the Department of Social Development’s (DSD) response in addressing the social and structural barriers that increase the vulnerability of OVC to HIV, STI and TB and address specific constraints hampering the health and social welfare system to achieve better outcomes for OVC and other vulnerable children. The COP provides overall leadership and management of the project and serves as the principal institutional liaison to USAID. The initial appointment will be for a period of two years, pending availability of donor funding.
Specific Responsibilities •Overall management and leadership to the program
•Principal liaison with USAID and South African Government
•Oversee partnerships with South African Government and international and local partners
•Fulfill program requirements as per the contract, including all financial and technical deliverables
•Lead strategic, financial, and operational planning for GCBS project
•Make decisions and solve problems efficiently while ensuring operational and program integrity
•Provide direct line management support and supervision to technical and operations team of seasoned development professionals
•Ensure efficient systems to support all aspects of the program, including system strengthening, capacity building, data for decision making, and research
•Ensure performance monitoring and reporting and support effective use of program resources in compliance with USAID regulations and Pact policies
•Ensure timely, high-quality, and complete submission of work plans, performance reports, and financial reports. This includes timely responses to donor requests for meetings, performance reports, success stories, and financial information for the project.
•Ensure evidence-based programming and feedback into program design
•Coordinate implementation with other Pact programs to ensure synergy and maximize impact
Education and Experience Requirements •Master’s degree in management, international development, macroeconomics, public health policy, development finance, economic policy, social sector applied economics, or a related field. Additional years of experience in lieu of a master’s degree is accepted.
•10 years of relevant development country experience in planning, managing, leadership and decision making of similar highly complex programs
•Five years of relevant experience in managing and coordinating complex development programs, preferably in South Africa
•Five years of experience as a Chief of Party/Director and/or Deputy Chief of Party or Deputy Director of a large development program of equivalent size and scope, preferably in South Africa
•South Africa experience required
•Management of a USG cooperative agreement or contract, of which at least five years shall have been in senior program management role, including professional and support staff supervision
•Experience interacting with developing country government and/or senior level government officials and/or international organizations. Experience working in partnership with the South African Government preferred;
•Excellent communication skills with demonstrated experience in communicating complex processes to diverse stakeholders, including government officials at the national, provincial and/or district levels, NGOs, civil society organizations (CSOs), and donors
•Strong interpersonal skills, must have a proven ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners, and lead a multi-disciplinary team
•Must be Fluent in English. Ability to speak additional local languages preferred.

HOW TO APPLY:

IT Network System Administrator


OSISA is a growing African institution committed to deepening democracy, protecting human rights and enhancing good governance in the region. Its vision is to promote and sustain the ideals, values, institutions and practices of open society, with the aim of establishing vibrant and tolerant southern African democracies in
which people, free from material and other deprivation, understand their rights and responsibilities and participate actively in all spheres of life.
OSISA‘s mission is to initiate and support programmes working towards open society ideals and to advocate for these in southern Africa. Established in 1997, OSISA is part of a network of autonomous Open Society Foundations established by George Soros, located in Eastern and Central Europe, the former Soviet Union, Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and the US. OSISA operates in ten southern African countries: Angola, Botswana, DRC, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
OSISA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to recruit for the following key position:
I.T Network System Administrator (Tier 3)
Role Overview
The IT Officer will support the IT Manager to provide IT services needed to realise OSISA's vision. S/he will support the development and implementation of the IT strategy and policies within OSISA and its country offices. S/he will contribute to and support the effective functioning of OSISA's IT infrastructure, management systems and information management tools. He/she will assist the IT Manager to manage the IT unit and ensure that all complex IT related issues are resolved and all OSISA staff have reliable and secure access to IT services and systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
User Support Operations
· Provide technical guidance, support and training to OSISA staff
· Implement desktop security strategy and user security awareness training
· Implement desktop support strategy to improve overall technical support efficiency and effectiveness for local and remote offices technical support operation
· Develop Scope of Work and manage outside consultant to provide user support services for other OSISA country offices
Telecommunication Support Operations
· Responsible for desk phones, mobile phones and administration for all OSISA Regional Offices
· Research and develop new telecommunication hardware and software standards to improve office communication and remote access efficiency and in line with industry standards
· Responsible for supporting Polycom audio/video conference technical event setup, and new technology implementation
· Monitor OSISA internetworking utilization and availability to ensure uninterrupted network operation
Network, Backend Server and CLOUD Support Operations
· Monitor local area network and backend server operation to develop performance baseline for future project planning and develop proactive support planning to improve service quality and reliability
· Monitor network and server security log and implement security strategy to protect from internal and external security breach and infection
· Maintain Security Firewall to ensure network perimeter security, enforce software application vulnerability protection and overall network, server, desktop and laptop security management
· Responsible for data backup and recovery, implement disaster recovery and business continuity plan to ensure data integrity and backup redundancy
· Administrate Microsoft Windows domain security and design, Grant Management System application server administration
· Research and develop new hardware and software technology to be in line with industry standard and OSISA business goals
· Work with Cloud application vendor to provide administration support, conduct performance and SLA review.
Information Systems Management
· Oversee the procurement, deployment and maintenance of computer hardware and software including fixed asset management
· Manage project schedules and budgets. The scope of the work includes all tasks from conception of projects to final implementation
· Provide Information Systems recommendation on network, server, Cloud and telecommunication standards and guidelines
· Conduct periodic Information Systems assessments and provide reports to management for goal setting and improvements
· Responsible for Information Systems contract reviews and consultant interviews and write up Scope of Work for special project implementation and support operation and manage external IT consultants.
Knowledge/Experience/Skills:
· Experience in managing end-to-end IT (servers, networks, voice and desktop)
· Possess good oral and written communication skills and interface professionally with end users and management
· Technical understanding of systems, applications and networks
· Extensive knowledge implementing Information Technology security policy and structure in Microsoft Windows, Wired and Wireless Network Access Protection and Control
· Experience working with Microsoft Windows and SQL Server
· Knowledge of working with VMware server virtualization platform
· Knowledge of implementing and supporting Cloud application
· Experience working with system center operations and configurations manager
· Experience working with HP & DELL networking equipment in layer 2 and 3 network configuration and Firewall configuration and troubleshooting
· Knowledge supporting VoIP technology
· Experience working with Polycom video conference equipment, various audio/video conference bridge technology
Qualifications:
· Related / IT Degree preferred and / or demonstrated advancement of further tertiary education
· At least 5+ years of experience in computing or related area with a focus on Microsoft Windows Operating System, SQL application server and VMware Virtualization platform and HP or Cisco networking
· Microsoft Windows Server and other application server certification and VMware certification

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should forward a one-page cover letter and a detailed CV tohumanresources@osisa.org with the relevant position as the subject heading.
Closing date for submission is the 08th July 2016.
Only shortlisted candidates will receive a response. OSISA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Regional Researcher – Southern Africa (Malawi, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe)


Regional Researcher – Southern Africa (Malawi, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe)
Johannesburg
Permanent
$66,580 USD per annum
The Southern Africa Regional Office (SARO) of Amnesty International, is seeking a highly capable, experienced driven and team-oriented person to the role of Researcher covering Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and Namibia, focussed on the critical human rights themes that are critical to delivery Amnesty International human rights strategy.
About the job:
As Amnesty International’s lead expert and regional specialist on Malawi, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, you will lead on the development and implementation of research strategies to deliver human rights impact in relation to agreed human rights thematic priorities, providing research expertise, research management, political judgment and analytical, communication and representational skills. The Southern Africa Researcher works in close collaboration with a designated campaigners as well as the Research, Campaigns and Communication Assistant, Media Manager, Regional Content Manager and other key team members who constitute the core team in the SARO office.
About you:
You will have proven experience of undertaking investigative research on human rights or related issues as well as excellent writing skills. You need to have specialist knowledge and preferably first-hand experience of Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and Namibia or key human rights themes as captured in this profile and an in-depth understanding of the nature of key human rights concerns, as well as political, social, legal, economic, cultural, ethnic, racial and gender issues in them. You will also have expert Knowledge on using evidence to support campaign and advocacy positions.
About us:
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. Already our network of over three million members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.
Closing date: 17th July 2016
To find out more and to apply online, please click the apply link.

HOW TO APPLY:

Regional Marketing Advisor, Southern Africa


Regional Marketing Advisor, Southern Africa Location: preference for Johannesburg/Pretoria,South Africa**; other locations within region negotiable
Up to 50% regional/international travel
Reports to the Vice President and Sr. Regional Director, Southern Africa **with dotted line to Deputy Director, Global Marketing Department (GMD) Who we are
We are Population Services International (PSI), the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization. We work to make it easier for people in the developing world to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire by marketing affordable products and services for HIV prevention and treatment, family planning and maternal and child survival.
There are over 9,000 “PSI'ers” around the world. We're a diverse group of entrepreneurs and professionals with an unusually wide range of backgrounds - from the medical industry to the music business - all with unique skills we bring to the job. **Join us!
**PSI's Southern Africa Region addresses a wide range of health needs across seven countries. We are leaders in marketing HIV prevention products and services pioneering innovative approaches such as male circumcision, HIV testing and self-testing, pre-exposure prophylaxis and other care and treatment services.
The Regional Marketing Advisor is passionate about making markets work more effectively so the people we serve have the dignity of choice and ease of access to high-quality health products and services that meet their specific needs. We simply want to be the best marketers in public health. We are looking for a skilled and dynamic marketing specialist to take our region's marketing to the next level. While the region has a broad spectrum of marketing needs, we need someone who has a demonstrated track record in social and behavior change communications, and an interest in pioneering new approaches in consumer insight generation and analysis and applying findings from complex research methodologies such as journey mapping and segmentation, but who can also coordinate across the region on marketing planning, trade and service marketing, marketing-financial decision making, marketing execution and marketing talent management.
Sound like you? Read on.
Your contribution You will instill best practices in marketing across the countries where we work. Working in collaboration with Southern Africa's Regional and Country teams and PSI's Global Marketing Department, you will:
  • Promote the appropriate and effective use of social and behavior change methodologies to build marketing programs and support countries on the execution of marketing strategies;
  • Coordinate with marketing advisors on new multi-country projects and pilots, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), HIV self-testing and demand creation for male circumcision, and catalyze the diffusion of new and proven technologies and innovations for replication across the region;
  • Support country-level marketing teams in the development of marketing strategies and annual activity plans related to both products and services, assuring alignment with PSI's Global Marketing strategy, donor commitments, and market conditions;
  • Support marketing aspects of regional strategic initiatives including regional brand development and condom and family planning social enterprises;
  • Support country programs to evolve social franchise models by improving overall business franchise management for sustained health impact;
  • Contribute towards driving greater financial sustainability through supporting cost recovery initiatives in the region;
  • Identify and support opportunities for regional efficiencies particularly related to product manufacturing, procurement, sales and distribution and consumer insight and marketing;
  • Coordinate with other Global Services departments including Research, Evidence, HIV/TB and other health departments to assure appropriate technical support and alignment are embedded in program and proposal development, marketing strategy and execution at the country level;
  • Promote effective relations and institutional management between marketing and evidence departments of network members in Southern Africa;
  • Be an active participant and contributor to the PSI Global Social Marketing team, providing shared solutions to standardization and operationalization of improved marketing;
  • Work with country/regional teams to improve existing marketing talent and to hire, on-board and groom new marketing talent at the country level.
How will your performance be measured?
  • increased demonstrated impact through Social Marketing and Social Franchising interventions
  • improved alignment of country marketing operations to GSMD strategic initiatives
  • improved sustainability through more rigorous attention to cost recovery on products and services
  • demonstrated increase in use of data to drive marketing decision-making at the country level
  • improved internal and external understanding of PSI marketing and business model
  • increased use of global marketing tools and approaches for program design and execution at country level
What are we looking for? The basics**
  • Master's degree (MBA, MPH, MSc) in marketing, business, communication, or a related field preferred;
  • At least five years of professional experience in marketing, managing a business, including field experience in a developing country (experience in Sub-Saharan Africa preferred);
  • Ability to develop partnerships with internal senior management, external donors, and NGOs
  • Ability to develop strong relations with PSI Regional Directors and other organizational senior leaders.
  • Excellent analysis and writing skills
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and an ability to inspire and motivate teams using tact and talent vs. authority
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; a self-starter
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% of time within the Southern Africa region
  • Fluency in English required. French language skills a strong plus.
What would get us excited? Experienced marketing manager adept at using evidence to make decisions. You are familiar with human centered design and have experience with consumer segmentation. You understand business systems, marketing strategies and processes and have a demonstrated ability to design, analyze, disseminate, and manage marketing strategies with proven results. The “Street Cred”.You have significant, successful experience working in areas like business, sales and distribution, management consulting, marketing. You have had great business results and you have been able to create results via your vision and direction on execution. Experience in products/services that required consumer behavior change preferred. Fire in the belly. You bring energy and passion in what you do. Team player. You 'play well' with others and enjoy seeing the impact of our work as a team.Details. Details. Details. You pay attention to them and focus on quality and consistency. Leader. You have proven ability to obtain buy-in from multiple stakeholders and create change. Developing Markets. You have experience working or doing business in developing markets where getting things done requires ingenuity, patience, and great problem solving skills. Experience in sub-Saharan Africa highly preferred. Curious and Flexible. You're an information sponge and understand what worked yesterday won't necessarily work today (or tomorrow), that each context is different. You have an ability to adapt quickly to these changing environments. Language**. English fluency a must. Fluency in French a definite 5 star plus. We are looking for excellent writing and communications skills.** Desire to Make the World a Better Place**. You have a passion to create change in the world and believe in providing better health solutions to the poor. You might not have been able to do this in your career “to date” but this is a goal in your life.** STATUS**
  • Exempt
  • Level 6
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status
What are we looking for? The basics**
  • Master's degree (MBA, MPH, MSc) in marketing, business, communication, or a related field preferred;
  • At least five years of professional experience in marketing, managing a business, including field experience in a developing country (experience in Sub-Saharan Africa preferred);
  • Ability to develop partnerships with internal senior management, external donors, and NGOs
  • Ability to develop strong relations with PSI Regional Directors and other organizational senior leaders.
  • Excellent analysis and writing skills
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and an ability to inspire and motivate teams using tact and talent vs. authority
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; a self-starter
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% of time within the Southern Africa region
  • Fluency in English required. French language skills a strong plus.
What would get us excited? Experienced marketing manager adept at using evidence to make decisions. You are familiar with human centered design and have experience with consumer segmentation. You understand business systems, marketing strategies and processes and have a demonstrated ability to design, analyze, disseminate, and manage marketing strategies with proven results. The “Street Cred”.You have significant, successful experience working in areas like business, sales and distribution, management consulting, marketing. You have had great business results and you have been able to create results via your vision and direction on execution. Experience in products/services that required consumer behavior change preferred. Fire in the belly. You bring energy and passion in what you do. Team player. You 'play well' with others and enjoy seeing the impact of our work as a team.Details. Details. Details. You pay attention to them and focus on quality and consistency. Leader. You have proven ability to obtain buy-in from multiple stakeholders and create change. Developing Markets. You have experience working or doing business in developing markets where getting things done requires ingenuity, patience, and great problem solving skills. Experience in sub-Saharan Africa highly preferred. Curious and Flexible. You're an information sponge and understand what worked yesterday won't necessarily work today (or tomorrow), that each context is different. You have an ability to adapt quickly to these changing environments. Language**. English fluency a must. Fluency in French a definite 5 star plus. We are looking for excellent writing and communications skills.** Desire to Make the World a Better Place**. You have a passion to create change in the world and believe in providing better health solutions to the poor. You might not have been able to do this in your career “to date” but this is a goal in your life.** STATUS**
  • Exempt
  • Level 6
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status

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