Qualifications

Becoming a certified Viwango assessor involves a multi-stage process beginning with completion of an application including identification of areas of expertise, training, and satisfactory completion of an assessor certification test. Viwango will invite individuals and nominations of individuals from certified CSOs.

The following qualifications are a prerequisite for application as a Viwango assessor.

•  An advanced degree in organisational development or a relevant social science.
• A minimum of five years of experience in a senior management position of a certified CSO.
• Prior experience in CSO capacity building or organisational capacity assessment.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current trends in CSO capacity development including legislative requirements
• Able to provide two references regarding his or her qualifications from 2 CSOs.
• Have no conflict of interest as regards any aspect of Viwango that might prevent objective review and assessment of a CSO.
• Have accurate and efficient record keeping skills
• Have excellent communication skills at all organisational levels in the workplace
• Be self motivated, honest, firm, fair, and systematic in approach to work
• Must be able and willing to serve as a neutral observer.

As a condition of their appointment, the assessors are required to:

1. Attain accreditation as a Viwango assessor by attendance at, and successful completion of Viwango accreditation assessor training course.
2. Sign a declaration of potential conflicts of interest and a confidentiality agreement before each and every accreditation assessment is undertaken.
3. Undertake orientation to the process of assessment subsequent to certification, usually by accompanying an experienced and senior team leader on assessments.
4. Maintain a sound knowledge and interest of developments in CSO capacity development.