Project Coordinator – Money In Politics

Action Appointments Development Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A social justice NGO is seeking a Project Coordinator to support its Money in Politics work. You will shape campaign strategies, coordinate advocacy initiatives, and conduct research as South Africa prepares for the 2026 local government elections. Applicants should have a postgraduate degree and 3–5 years of experience in campaigning or project coordination in the social justice sector. Excellent writing and communication skills are essential for this collaborative role, offering the chance to impact political finance transparency.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in campaigning, research, advocacy, or project coordination (preferably in the social justice sector).
• Experience working on regional projects in Africa is an advantage.
• Strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Help shape campaign strategies with the Project Lead.
• Coordinate MVC's secretariat role in a regional Money in Politics Community of Practice across Africa.
• Conduct desk research on political finance, transparency, and democratic governance.
• Build and maintain relationships with civil society groups, government bodies, and regional partners.
• Draft reports, newsletters, statements, and opinion pieces.

Skills

Research

Advocacy

Campaigning

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Postgraduate degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations or related field

Job description

My Vote Counts (MVC) is a growing social justice NGO committed to building a more participatory and accountable democracy. We focus on removing the influence of money in politics, political and electoral reform, and building people’s power. Our work spans research, advocacy and lobbying, litigation, and supporting social movements.

About the Job

As Project Coordinator, they will form part of a two-person team in MVC’s Money in Politics work stream. The successful incumbent will play a key role in shaping MVC’s research and campaigns as South Africa enters a new phase of its democracy and in the lead-up to the crucial 2026 local government elections. You’ll help advance MVC’s vision by coordinating research, accessing political financing information, driving campaign strategies, and supporting our regional Community of Practice.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Coordination

Help shape campaign strategies with the Project Lead.

Ensure activities align with MVC’s broader political finance transparency goals.

Campaigns & Advocacy

Coordinate MVC’s secretariat role in a regional Money in Politics Community of Practice across Africa.

Run small-scale Access to Information (ATI) campaigns to secure political finance data.

Coordinate initiatives that push for better financial disclosure by political parties and private donors.

Support planning, rollout, monitoring, and reporting of advocacy campaigns.

Research & Data Work

Conduct desk research on political finance, transparency, and democratic governance.

Analyse data from ATI requests and disclosures from the IEC.

Support larger research projects led by the Project Lead.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain relationships with civil society groups, government bodies, and regional partners.

Organise meetings, workshops, and webinars for local and regional initiatives.

Ensure consistent communication and collaboration across stakeholders.

Communications

Draft reports, newsletters, statements, and opinion pieces.

Serve as MVC’s spokesperson when required.

Help develop messaging for campaigns and advocacy moments.

Requirements

Postgraduate degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, or a related field.

Proven commitment to democracy and social justice.

3–5 years’ experience in campaigning, research, advocacy, or project coordination (preferably in the social justice sector).

Experience working on regional projects in Africa is an advantage.

Strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a small team.

To apply

To apply, email your application (completed AA bio form, one page motivation letter and updated CV [all in MS Word format]) by Sunday 18th January 2026 to [e-mail]