IWMI Consultant Jobs 2023 – South Africa NGO Jobs

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IWMI Consultant Jobs 2023 – South Africa NGO Jobs.

IWMI South Africa looking for “Consultant”.

Applicants with a Advanced degree may apply on or before 25th November 2023.

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), formerly the United Nations Fund for Population Activities, is a UN agency aimed at improving reproductive and maternal health worldwide. Its work includes developing national healthcare strategies and protocols, increasing access to birth control, and leading campaigns against child marriage, gender-based violence, obstetric fistula, and female genital mutilation.

The IWMI has published a job vacancy announcement on 16th November 2023 for qualified South Africa’s to fill in the vacant post of Consultant to be based in Pretoria, South Africa.

Objective of the Assignment

This consultancy aims to facilitate and support virtual or immersive field trips under the CGIAR Regional Integrative Initiative Ukama Ustawi. The selected Consultant will play a crucial role in creating a unique and educational experience, emphasizing the challenges faced by smallholder farmers and showcasing the role of Ukama Ustawi in the region.

The Consultant will be responsible for the following tasks

Develop a comprehensive plan for executing virtual or immersive field trips, covering content development, technology setup, and user experience design.
Collaborate with partners to ensure pre-tour briefings and post-tour debriefings, serving as the main contact point for coordination and queries.
Work closely with the communications team to integrate ongoing messaging and existing systems.
Set up an easy-to-navigate virtual platform accessible from various devices and platforms, with maintenance protocols handed over to IWMI.
Ensure the platform has excellent user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, prioritizing ease-of-use and accessibility for diverse audiences.
Adhere to ethical guidelines and respect local context and norms in the creation and dissemination of content.
Establish a system for monitoring and evaluation to assess user engagement and feedback for continuous improvement.

Eligibility Criteria

Proven experience in developing and executing virtual/immersive experiences or projects.
Demonstrable expertise in the application of VR, AR, or other relevant technologies.
Experience in creating virtual spaces that promote educational experiences.
Previous experience working in East and Southern Africa or with developmental organizations is strongly preferred.