Community Development Program Manager — On-Site Randburg

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a seasoned Program Manager - Community Development to lead and drive community-focused initiatives on-site. You will design, implement, and evaluate programs aligned with organizational goals, while stewarding resources and ensuring measurable social impact.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in program management within nonprofit or social sectors, with strong leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement skills, and a deep commitment to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Community Development, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive program management experience in community development.
• Demonstrated success in designing, implementing, and managing complex social programs.
• Strong financial management skills: budgeting, forecasting, and grant reporting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end community development programs from concept to evaluation.
• Develop strategic plans and operating frameworks aligned with mission and objectives.
• Manage budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
• Build relationships with community stakeholders, government, partners, and funders.
• Lead and mentor a team of program officers and staff.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Communicate program impact to raise visibility and support.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in Community Development

Tools

PM Software

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a seasoned Program Manager - Community Development to lead and drive community-focused initiatives on-site. You will design, implement, and evaluate programs aligned with organizational goals, while stewarding resources and ensuring measurable social impact.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in program management within nonprofit or social sectors, with strong leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement skills, and a deep commitment to