Educational Programs Lead for Community Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Provident fund

Professional growth opportunities

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Program Coordinator for a Tembisa, Gauteng facility. The role involves leading planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, collaborating with educators, administrators, and community partners to ensure high-quality services.

The position requires strong organizational and budgeting skills, hands-on program management, and the ability to supervise staff and volunteers while ensuring compliance with educational standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in program coordination, project management, or a similar role within the education sector.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and program evaluation.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant program management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and manage educational programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to design program curricula and content.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and community outreach events.
• Monitor program budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through data collection and analysis, providing regular reports.
• Maintain strong relationships with schools, community organizations, and other educational stakeholders.
• Ensure all programs adhere to relevant educational policies and quality standards.
• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff and volunteers as needed.
• Manage program logistics, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and material preparation.
• Contribute to strategic planning and the continuous improvement of educational offerings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Social Sciences

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Program management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Program Coordinator for a Tembisa, Gauteng facility. The role involves leading planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, collaborating with educators, administrators, and community partners to ensure high-quality services.

The position requires strong organizational and budgeting skills, hands-on program management, and the ability to supervise staff and volunteers while ensuring compliance with educational standards.