Early Childhood Development Manager

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health & retirement benefits

Career growth

Professional development budget

Supportive culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks an experienced Early Childhood Development Manager to oversee multiple centers in Gauteng, ensuring high-quality programs and strong staff performance.

You will lead curriculum development, staff training, regulatory compliance, and foster partnerships with parents and the community to give children the best start in life. This is a senior role with growth opportunities and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Development, Education, or Management.
• Extensive experience in a leadership or management role within the ECD sector.
• In-depth knowledge of ECD policies, curriculum frameworks, and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and financial management skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the operations of multiple early childhood development centers.
• Develop, implement, and monitor high-quality curriculum and educational programs.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate childcare staff to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage budgets, resources, and stakeholder relationships effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in ECD/ Education/ Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of early childhood education services in Soweto , is seeking a strategic and experienced Early Childhood Development Manager . This senior role involves overseeing multiple centers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality educational programs, managing staff performance, and driving operational excellence across the Gauteng region. You will play a critical role in curriculum development, staff training, regulatory compliance, and fostering strong relationships with parents and the wider community, ensuring that all children receive the best possible start in life.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the operations of multiple early childhood development centers.
• Develop, implement, and monitor high-quality curriculum and educational programs.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate childcare staff to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage budgets, resources, and stakeholder relationships effectively.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Development, Education, or Management.
• Extensive experience in a leadership or management role within the E.C.D. sector.
• In-depth knowledge of E.C.D. policies, curriculum frameworks, and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and financial management skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive executive benefits package including health, retirement, and life insurance.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership impact.
• Annual budget for professional development and continued education.
• Supportive and visionary organizational culture.