Development Coordinator – Hybrid, Community Projects

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Development Coordinator to support planning, implementation, and monitoring of development projects aimed at improving livelihoods in the Northern Cape. The role involves collaboration with project teams, community stakeholders, and partners to ensure objectives are met efficiently.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of project coordination experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in project coordination or administration.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with project management tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and design of new development projects.
• Coordinate project activities, ensuring timely execution and adherence to timelines.
• Monitor project progress, collect data, and assist in preparing performance reports.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project team members and external partners.
• Support stakeholder engagement and community mobilization efforts.
• Manage project documentation and maintain project databases.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Development Coordinator to support planning, implementation, and monitoring of development projects aimed at improving livelihoods in the Northern Cape. The role involves collaboration with project teams, community stakeholders, and partners to ensure objectives are met efficiently.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of project coordination experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.