Impact-Driven Project Manager for Community Infrastructure

Placements24; Lorenziberg; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical aid

Positive community impact

Diverse project environments

Professional development

Travel allowance

Mission-driven organization

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead community development and infrastructure initiatives, including water and sanitation upgrades, educational facilities, and local economic development. You will plan, execute, and report to donors to ensure meaningful outcomes for local communities.

The role requires collaboration with community leaders, local government, contractors, and volunteers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Engineering, Public Administration, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management with focus on community development, infrastructure, or humanitarian projects.
• Proven experience managing projects in rural or underserved communities.
• Strong understanding of participatory development approaches and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with budgeting and financial management for development projects.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to build trust within communities.
• Familiarity with local government structures and regulations in the Eastern Cape.
• Experience with project management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of community development and infrastructure projects from conception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, budgets, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Engage with community stakeholders to understand needs, gather input, and ensure buy-in.
• Oversee procurement of materials and services, and manage contracts with vendors and contractors.
• Ensure all projects adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and challenges, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial accountability.
• Coordinate and supervise on-site activities and the work of project teams and volunteers.
• Prepare regular project reports for internal review and for donors or funding agencies.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting & financial mgmt

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Development Studies / Social Sciences / Engineering / Public Administration

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead community development and infrastructure initiatives, including water and sanitation upgrades, educational facilities, and local economic development. You will plan, execute, and report to donors to ensure meaningful outcomes for local communities.

The role requires collaboration with community leaders, local government, contractors, and volunteers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance