General Manager

Hashtag Nonprofit NPC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in Cape Town is seeking a General Manager to head a team supporting children's welfare. The role involves strategic leadership, managing multiple programmes, and fostering donor relationships. Ideal candidates should possess strong non-profit experience, leadership skills, and a degree in a relevant field. Applicants are encouraged to apply with their CV and relevant documents.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing non-profit organisations or programmes.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Develop and implement strategic plans aligning with goals.
• Excellent communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong financial management ensuring resource allocation.
• A valid driver's license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and direction to uplift children and empower women.
• Oversee multiple programmes ensuring effective implementation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with donors and manage fundraising.
• Lead and motivate a team towards organisational goals.

Skills

Non-Profit Experience

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication

Financial Management

Transport

Education

Degree qualification in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Yabonga Childrens Project — General Manager

Deadline: 31 October 2025

Region: Cape Town

Salary: TBC

Type of employment: Full time

Job Description

We have a staff of 100 supporting 1000 children and are looking for a General Manager to head up this team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Provide vision and direction to uplift children, empower women, and create healthy families in various communities.
• Programme Management: Oversee multiple programmes, including Community Mothers, Children\'s Centre, and Respite Programme, ensuring effective implementation and impact.
• Fundraising and Donor Relations: Develop and maintain relationships with donors, manage fundraising team, and ensure 100% of donations go directly to supporting and caring for children.
• Team Management: Lead and motivate a team of staff, providing guidance and support to achieve organisational goals.

Qualifications And Requirements

Essential Skills

• Non-Profit Experience: Proven experience in managing non-profit organisations or programmes, preferably in child welfare or community development.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills, with ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Strategic Planning: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Financial Management: Strong financial management skills, ensuring effective resource allocation and management.
• Transport: A valid driver\'s license and own transport.

Desirable Qualities

• Passion for Child Welfare: Strong passion for working with children and families, with a commitment to uplifting and empowering communities
• Community Development: Experience in community development, with understanding of local contexts and needs.
• Collaboration: Ability to build and maintain partnerships with stakeholders, including donors, community organisations, and government agencies.

Other Requirements

• Degree qualification in the relevant field
• Ability to travel to Khayelitsha, where the organisation\'s children\'s centre is located.
• Proficiency in local languages, such as isiXhosa, may be beneficial.

How to apply

Please send your comprehensive CV and supporting documents to [e-mail].

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Date posted

09 September 2025

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