Educational Programs Lead — Community Impact

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development

Stable organizational structure

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks an experienced Educational Program Manager to oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of key educational initiatives within the organization. You will lead project teams, manage budgets, and ensure programs align with our mission to improve community education.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of curriculum development, pedagogical approaches, and assessment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in program management within education or non-profit sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, budget management, and project leadership.
• Strong understanding of curriculum development and educational assessment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, and execution of educational programs from inception to completion.
• Manage program budgets with efficient resource allocation and financial oversight.
• Supervise and mentor program staff and volunteers to foster high performance.
• Develop evaluation strategies to measure program effectiveness and report findings.
• Build strong relationships with community partners and educational institutions to support goals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Curriculum development

Pedagogical approaches

Educational assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Education, Public Administration, or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks an experienced Educational Program Manager to oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of key educational initiatives within the organization. You will lead project teams, manage budgets, and ensure programs align with our mission to improve community education.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of curriculum development, pedagogical approaches, and assessment.