Engineers Without Borders South Africa (EWB-SA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing critical societal challenges through engineering solutions. With a focus on sustainable development and community empowerment, EWB-SA leverages the expertise of engineers and related professionals to create positive impacts across various sectors.

Organisation: Engineers Without Borders South Africa (EWB-SA)

Location: South Africa (Preference for candidates residing in South Africa)

Board Member: Nonprofit Finance Specialist

Role Overview:

EWB-SA is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join its Board of Directors as a Nonprofit Finance Specialist. The ideal candidate will provide strategic financial guidance and oversight, ensuring the organization’s financial health and sustainability while aligning with its mission and values.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy: Collaborate with the Board and executive team to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with EWB-SA’s mission and objectives.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and provide regular financial forecasts to support decision-making and planning.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor and review financial performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices in nonprofit financial management.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and opportunities, recommending mitigation strategies to safeguard the organization’s assets and reputation.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial reports to the Board, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
• Fundraising Support: Provide guidance and support for fundraising initiatives, including grant applications, donor relations, and diversification of funding sources.
• Audit and Compliance: Liaise with external auditors, ensuring timely completion of audits and adherence to relevant accounting standards and legal obligations.
• Governance and Ethics: Uphold high standards of corporate governance, ethics, and transparency in financial management and reporting.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in financial management, preferably within the nonprofit sector in South Africa.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, budgeting processes, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks relevant to nonprofits in South Africa.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to EWB-SA’s mission and values, including a passion for sustainable development and social impact.

Email your application here: Admin@ewbsa.org

Board Member: Nonprofit Fundraising Specialist

Role Overview:

EWB-SA is seeking a talented and experienced individual to join its Board of Directors as a Nonprofit Fundraising Specialist. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving fundraising initiatives, securing financial resources, and fostering partnerships to support EWB-SA’s mission and programs.

Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Strategy: Collaborate with the Board and executive team to develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with EWB-SA’s objectives and growth plans.
• Donor Relations: Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, foundations, and other funding sources to secure financial support and sponsorship opportunities.
• Grant Writing and Management: Lead the development and submission of grant proposals, ensuring alignment with donor priorities, compliance requirements, and EWB-SA’s programmatic needs.
• Fundraising Events: Conceptualize, plan, and execute fundraising events and campaigns to engage supporters, raise awareness, and generate revenue for EWB-SA’s initiatives.
• Strategic Partnerships: Identify and forge strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations, government agencies, and community stakeholders to leverage resources and maximize fundraising impact.
• Stewardship and Recognition: Implement donor stewardship practices to acknowledge and appreciate contributions, fostering long-term relationships and loyalty among supporters.
• Fundraising Performance: Monitor and evaluate fundraising performance against targets, analyzing trends, and identifying opportunities for optimization and growth.
• Advocacy and Networking: Represent EWB-SA in relevant forums, conferences, and networking events, advocating for its mission and fundraising priorities.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, and resource mobilization, preferably within the South African context.
• Proven track record of successfully securing grants, sponsorships, and donations from diverse funding sources.
• Strong understanding of fundraising techniques, including major gifts, planned giving, crowdfunding, and online fundraising platforms.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute innovative fundraising strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Passion for EWB-SA’s mission and commitment to driving positive social change through engineering solutions.

Email your application here: Admin@ewbsa.org

Board Member: Nonprofit Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Role Overview:

EWB-SA is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join its Board of Directors as a Nonprofit Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks to ensure the effectiveness, impact, and accountability of EWB-SA’s programs and interventions.

Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and Evaluation Framework: Develop and refine EWB-SA’s monitoring and evaluation framework, incorporating best practices, indicators, and data collection methods to track program performance and outcomes.
• Impact Assessment: Lead the design and implementation of impact assessments and evaluations to measure the effectiveness and long-term impact of EWB-SA’s projects on target communities and stakeholders.
• Data Management: Oversee the collection, management, and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and ethical standards in data handling and reporting.
• Learning and Adaptation: Facilitate organizational learning and adaptive management processes, synthesizing evaluation findings and lessons learned to inform programmatic decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Capacity Building: Provide training and support to EWB-SA staff, volunteers, and partners on monitoring and evaluation methodologies, tools, and techniques to strengthen their capacity for results-based management.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote a culture of evaluation and accountability, fostering transparency, dialogue, and shared learning across the organization.
• Reporting and Communication: Prepare and present clear and compelling monitoring and evaluation reports to the Board, donors, and other stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations for action.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with relevant monitoring and evaluation standards, guidelines, and ethical principles, maintaining high standards of rigor, objectivity, and integrity in all evaluation activities.

Qualifications:

• Substantial experience in monitoring and evaluation within the nonprofit sector, with a focus on education, community-based projects, or related fields in South Africa.
• Strong knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Familiarity with relevant monitoring and evaluation tools and software platforms, as well as data visualization techniques for communicating results effectively.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to evidence-based decision-making and learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a multicultural environment.
• Passion for EWB-SA’s mission and values, including a commitment to social justice, sustainability, and community empowerment through engineering solutions.

Email your application here: Admin@ewbsa.org

Board Member: Strategic Non-Executive Director 

Role Overview:

EWB-SA is seeking a committed and visionary individual to join its Board of Directors as a Strategic Non-Executive Director. While specific experience in the nonprofit sector is not a prerequisite, the ideal candidate will bring strategic insights, leadership capabilities, and a passion for EWB-SA’s mission, contributing to the organization’s growth and impact.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic guidance and oversight to ensure EWB-SA’s alignment with its mission and long-term goals.
• Governance: Contribute to the effective governance of EWB-SA by participating in Board meetings, committees, and strategic planning sessions.
• Policy Development: Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures that enhance organizational efficiency, accountability, and transparency.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, government agencies, and community groups, to support EWB-SA’s initiatives.
• Advocacy and Representation: Act as an ambassador for EWB-SA, advocating for its mission and programs in various forums and networks.
• Resource Mobilization: Support fundraising efforts and identify opportunities for resource mobilization to ensure the financial sustainability of EWB-SA.
• Risk Management: Provide oversight on risk management practices, helping to identify and mitigate potential risks to the organization.
• Innovation and Impact: Encourage innovative approaches to program development and delivery, enhancing the impact and reach of EWB-SA’s projects.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and contribute to high-level organizational planning and decision-making.
• Strong leadership and governance skills, with experience serving on boards or advisory committees preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to support EWB-SA’s mission and objectives.
• Commitment to EWB-SA’s values, including a passion for sustainable development and community empowerment through engineering solutions.

Email your application here: Admin@ewbsa.org