Charity Program Development Officer

Placements24; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 420 000 - 620 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Professional development

Durban-based role

Impactful projects

Team collaboration

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Charity Program Development Officer in Durban to lead the design and delivery of community-focused programs. You will work with beneficiaries, community leaders, and internal teams to ensure projects address real needs and remain sustainable.

The role emphasizes on-site program delivery, stakeholder collaboration, and rigorous planning, budgeting, and reporting to support social impact and funding continuity in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualificações

• At least 3 years in program development or related field.
• Ability to design, implement and evaluate social programs.
• Strong research, planning and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including proposal writing.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Administration, or related field.
• On-site work in Durban/ KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsabilidades

• Research and identify community needs for new program development.
• Design program frameworks with objectives, activities and timelines.
• Develop program proposals and budgets for funding.
• Coordinate implementation and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress and prepare progress reports.
• Evaluate impact and suggest improvements.
• Engage community partners and stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops and training related to program activities.
• Support fundraising with grant reporting.
• Ensure alignment with mission and strategic objectives.

Conhecimentos

Program development

Project management

Research and analysis

Proposal writing

Stakeholder engagement

M&E familiarity

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Administration, or related field

Ferramentas

PM tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role Our client, a dynamic charitable organization dedicated to community upliftment in **Durban**, is seeking a passionate and resourceful Charity Program Development Officer. This role is central to conceptualizing, designing, and implementing impactful programs that address critical community needs. You will work closely with various stakeholders, including beneficiaries, community leaders, and internal teams, to ensure programs are relevant, effective, and sustainable. The ideal candidate possesses strong research, planning, and project management skills, coupled with a deep understanding of social development principles and a commitment to making a positive change. This position requires a significant on-site presence to facilitate direct community interaction, program delivery, and team collaboration within **KwaZulu-Natal**. It's an excellent opportunity for an individual eager to contribute meaningfully to the non-profit sector and shape the future of impactful community initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify community needs and opportunities for new program development.
• Design program frameworks, including objectives, activities, timelines, and evaluation metrics.
• Develop detailed program proposals and budgets for funding applications and internal approval.
• Coordinate the implementation and rollout of new programs, ensuring effective resource allocation.
• Monitor program progress, collect data, and prepare regular progress reports.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and impact, making recommendations for improvements and adjustments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, beneficiaries, and relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions related to program activities.
• Collaborate with the fundraising team to support grant applications and donor reporting.
• Ensure programs align with the organization's overall mission, values, and strategic objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program development, project management, or community development, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate social programs.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in proposal writing.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse community groups.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to **Durban** and comfortable working primarily on-site.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that create tangible community impact.
• Be part of a dedicated team committed to social change in **Durban**.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Gain valuable experience in program development within the non-profit sector.