Project Coordinator - Community Development

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is helping a nonprofit in Southampton find a Project Coordinator for Community Development. The role focuses on planning, execution, and monitoring of community projects, coordinating activities with teams and stakeholders, and ensuring on-time, within-scope delivery.

The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong communication skills, able to work independently or in a team, and committed to positive local impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project coordination or management, preferably in non-profit/community development.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse groups.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for community development and social impact.
• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or PM.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and development of community development projects.
• Coordinate project activities to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Facilitate communication among project teams, stakeholders, and community reps.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain project documentation, including reports and minutes.
• Support organizing community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Ensure resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.
• Contribute to evaluating project impact and outcomes.

Skills

Project coordination

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

PM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Development Studies or related

Tools

Office suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering sustainable community development, is seeking a highly organized and motivated Project Coordinator - Community Development . This role is integral to the successful planning, execution, and monitoring of various community projects. You will work closely with project teams, community members, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet their objectives. This position requires a proactive individual who can manage diverse tasks, facilitate collaboration, and contribute to the tangible improvement of local communities, working primarily from our client's Randburg office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and development of community development projects.
• Coordinate project activities, ensuring timely completion of tasks and milestones.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project team members, stakeholders, and community representatives.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, and financial records.
• Support the organization of community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Ensure project resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.
• Contribute to the evaluation of project impact and outcomes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in project coordination or management, preferably in the non-profit or community development sector.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for community development and social impact.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Development Studies, Social Sciences, or Project Management.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Be part of a team dedicated to making a positive community impact.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.