Africa Whistleblower Protection Officer

7 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa GeoPolist Full time

About GeoPolist

GeoPolist is a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting whistleblowers in Africa. We work tirelessly to create a safe environment for individuals to disclose information on corruption and other public interest issues.

We seek a highly skilled Africa Whistleblower Protection Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing our strategy and activities in Southern Africa, working closely with our Regional Director.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in civil society organizations or adjacent fields, specifically in anti-corruption, transparency, investigation, and protection of civic space. You will possess strong project management skills, the ability to define and achieve objectives independently, and excellent communication skills.

Job Responsibilities

  • Whistleblower Support: Engage with whistleblowers, provide assistance, and coordinate support services.
  • Investigation and Media Campaigning: Participate in investigations, contribute to reports, and engage in media campaigning.
  • Advocacy and Awareness-Raising: Organize events, represent GeoPolist, build partnerships, and maintain relationships.
  • Transversal Tasks: Participate in administrative and financial management, prepare grant applications, and carry out other tasks as required.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a Civil Society Organisation or adjacent field.
  • Degree in a related field (Law, journalism, political sciences, etc.).
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Ability to define and achieve objectives independently.
  • Excellent communications skills.
  • Good personal skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally.
  • Ability to work in an international environment with different time zones.


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