Csr Progamme Manager

Growthpoint Properties; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to oversee community initiatives focused on education and youth development. The role entails managing program budgets, leading teams, ensuring stakeholder engagement, and adhering to ESG policies. Candidates should possess a degree in Social Science and significant experience in CSI or CSR fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in CSI/CSR/education/youth development, with 2 years in management.
• Degree in relevant field; certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement application and assessment cycle.
• Manage program budget and ensure accurate reporting.
• Oversee M&E processes and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Program Management

Budget Management

Risk Assessment

Education

Degree in Social Science

MSP Certification

PMP Certification

PGDIP

Job description

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : June 16, 2025

Key Performance Areas

Programme Management and Design

• Plan and implement application and assessment cycle.
• Lead and manage teams effectively.
• Support and guide beneficiary parents.
• Coordinate Gems Leadership camps, parent workshops, and additional support activities.
• Oversee academic and psychosocial support planning and implementation.
• Research and implement tiered programmatic approaches.
• Develop marketing materials to promote the program internally and externally.
• Manage SLAs and MOUs with external partners and stakeholders.
• Draft RFPs for partnerships in line with procurement policies.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, ensuring data management and compliance with POPIA (especially for minors) and FICA.

Finance and Admin

• Manage program budget, including forecasting and tracking expenses.
• Ensure accurate reporting of expenditures.
• Manage service provider costs and liaise with the team on queries and invoices.
• Maintain and update the database, collaborating with other departments as needed.
• Oversee budgetary requirements for GEMS, including BBB-EE and SED spend.
• Support various CSI initiatives like Gsquared, career days, etc.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Oversee M&E processes, stakeholder engagement, research, and reporting.
• Identify trends to innovate support offerings.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary contact for stakeholders, including service providers, students, parents, and staff.
• Develop communication plans and conduct regular engagement activities.

Reporting

• Prepare reports for SET, GEMS Advisory Committee, Board, SA operational, and others.
• Provide insights for the Annual Integrated Report and assessments related to SDGs and ESG.

Staff Management

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate team members.
• Ensure program adherence to ESG policies and goals, incorporating ESG into planning and reporting.

Experience & Education

• Minimum 5 years in CSI/CSR/education/youth development, with at least 2 years in management.
• Degree in Social Science or relevant field; certifications like MSP, PMP, or PGDIP preferred.