Development Officer - Community Projects

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Impactful community work

Collaborative environment

Eastern Cape focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Development Officer to lead and manage community projects in the Port Elizabeth area. The role involves hands-on project planning, fundraising, and active stakeholder engagement with communities, partners, and beneficiaries.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in project management or fundraising, strong writing and communication skills, and a degree in a relevant field. The position is office-based in Port Elizabeth with community-facing duties.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in project management, community development, or fundraising.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects within timelines and budgets.
• Excellent proposal writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, implementation, and monitoring of community development projects from inception to completion.
• Identify funding opportunities and develop compelling proposals to secure financial support for projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local government, and partner organizations.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring responsible financial stewardship and timely reporting.
• Evaluate project outcomes and impact, making recommendations for improvement and sustainability.

Skills

Project management

Fundraising

Proposal writing

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Monitoring & evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Bachelor's degree in Development Studies

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a vital charitable organization serving the communities of the Eastern Cape , is seeking a dedicated Development Officer to champion and manage key community projects in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to driving the growth and sustainability of our initiatives, focusing on project planning, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with local communities, beneficiaries, and partners to ensure our projects meet their intended goals and create lasting positive change. This position requires a hands-on approach, working from our Port Elizabeth office and actively engaging within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of community development projects from inception to completion.
• Identify funding opportunities and develop compelling proposals to secure financial support for projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local government, and partner organizations.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring responsible financial stewardship and timely reporting.
• Evaluate project outcomes and impact, making recommendations for improvement and sustainability.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in project management, community development, or fundraising within the non-profit sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results within specified timelines and budgets.
• Excellent proposal writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working directly with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Social Work, Development Studies, or Public Administration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to lead and shape impactful projects in Port Elizabeth .
• Professional development and training within the charity sector.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on community well-being.
• Make a significant contribution to the Eastern Cape .