Education Initiatives Lead — Drive Learning Access (Remote)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Remote coordination option

Professional development opportunities

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Program Officer - Education Initiatives to design, implement, and monitor educational programs for underserved communities in North West, South Africa. You will collaborate with schools, educators, and partners to ensure program success and measurable impact.

Remote coordination is possible, with a mission-driven, collaborative work environment. The role offers opportunities to shape educational strategies and improve learning outcomes, with focus on

Qualifications

• Experience managing education-focused programs.
• Strong understanding of South Africa's educational challenges.
• Excellent reporting and analytics skills.
• Proficiency in data collection and evaluation techniques.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage educational programs in line with organizational goals.
• Oversee program implementation, ensuring activities run on schedule.
• Monitor progress, collect data, and analyze outcomes for impact.
• Build relationships with schools, educators, and community partners.
• Prepare program reports, proposals, and communications materials.
• Identify challenges and opportunities and propose solutions.
• Manage program budgets and ensure financial stewardship.

Skills

Program management

Educational systems

Project management

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Program Officer - Education Initiatives to design, implement, and monitor educational programs for underserved communities in North West, South Africa. You will collaborate with schools, educators, and partners to ensure program success and measurable impact.

Remote coordination is possible, with a mission-driven, collaborative work environment. The role offers opportunities to shape educational strategies and improve learning outcomes, with focus on