Program Director, Social Services - Hybrid Leadership

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks an experienced Program Director to lead strategic direction, program design, budgeting, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement for social services. You will guide a dedicated team to deliver high-quality services aligned with organizational goals.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, or related field and has at least seven years of progressive social service leadership, including three years in a director

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Non-profit Management or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in managing social service programs, including at least 3 years in a leadership/directorial role.
• Deep knowledge of social service delivery models, funding streams, and regulatory environments.
• Proven budget management, fundraising, and grant writing/management experience.
• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and staff development abilities.
• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all social service programs in Welkom.
• Oversee program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation to ensure effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage program budgets, including financial planning, resource allocation, and grant management.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise program staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, government agencies, and funding partners.
• Ensure programs comply with all relevant regulations, standards, and reporting requirements.
• Identify emerging community needs and trends, adapting programs accordingly.
• Represent the organization at external meetings, conferences, and public forums.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement within program delivery.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on program activities, outcomes, and financial status for the board and other stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Grant writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Non-profit Management

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks an experienced Program Director to lead strategic direction, program design, budgeting, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement for social services. You will guide a dedicated team to deliver high-quality services aligned with organizational goals.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, or related field and has at least seven years of progressive social service leadership, including three years in a director