Manager : Programme and Monitoring and Evaluation, Johannesburg North

Affirmative Portfolios; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A South African non-profit organization is seeking a Programme and Monitoring and Evaluation Manager in Johannesburg North. This key leadership role focuses on enhancing women-owned ECD businesses through impactful programme management and advocacy. With a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in M&E, the ideal candidate will manage a team and ensure robust evaluation processes. Exceptional analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in programme management, strategy, and M&E in social impact.
• Proven experience managing teams and working cross-functionally.
• Familiarity with M&E frameworks and data-driven advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of behaviour change programs.
• Design and implement M&E framework aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance or related field

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

Manager: Programme and Monitoring and Evaluation, Johannesburg North

Project Management

JHB North, Johannesburg - Gauteng

Manager: Programme and Monitoring and Evaluation

Johannesburg North

Reports to the Managing Director

Role Overview

Seeking a Programme and M&E Manager to lead the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes that strengthen the financial resilience of women-owned ECD businesses.

This is a key leadership role that blends strategic thinking, programme management, and data-driven insight, with a strong focus on learning, adaptation, and advocacy. The successful candidate will bring both analytical and people-oriented skills to ensure that interventions are impactful, measurable, and scalable.

Responsibilities

Program Design & Implementation

• Lead the design and execution of behaviour change programs that drive sustained impact for women-owned ECD businesses.
• Collaborate with product owners to integrate and optimize behaviour change elements within their respective verticals.
• Own and manage specific product verticals end-to-end, including strategy, implementation, and monitoring.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)

• Design and implement a robust Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning framework aligned with the organizations goals of impact, scalability, and resilience.
• Develop and track indicators measuring enterprise growth, financial resilience, and womens empowerment outcomes.
• Oversee data collection processes from participating ECD enterprises, training sessions, and financial literacy rollouts.
• Analyse both qualitative and quantitative data to generate actionable insights and learning.
• Produce data-driven reports and dashboards to inform strategy, operations, and advocacy.
• Lead periodic impact assessments (baseline, midline, endline) to evaluate programme effectiveness and ROI.
• Facilitate internal learning sessions to review progress, surface lessons, and support adaptive management.
• Build M&E capacity within the team, ensuring consistent use of tools, templates, and systems.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Manage, mentor, and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performing, inclusive, and motivated team culture.
• Build the capacity of the team through training and professional development opportunities.

Executive Support

• Support the Managing Director with funder management, including relationship building, proposal writing, and reporting.
• Contribute to the development of funding proposals and ensure timely, high-quality submissions.
• Prepare detailed and insightful reports for board meetings and other key stakeholders.
• Play an active role in fostering a positive organizational culture and overseeing HR-related processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and team development.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to manage office operations and ensure the organization functions efficiently across all departments.

Qualifications and Experience Required :

• Bachelors degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Development Studies, or a related field (Postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• 35 years experience in programme management, strategy, and M&E within the social impact or development sector.
• Proven experience managing teams and working cross-functionally.
• Familiarity with M&E frameworks and using data for decision-making and advocacy
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data and insights
• Exceptional communication skills with experience tailoring messages for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership, mentorship, and capacity building.

Preferred Skills and Attributes :

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI
• Proficiency in communications software & tools.
• Experience working with township or rural communities in South Africa or similar contexts.
• Passionate about social change, womens economic empowerment, and community development.
• Knowledge of the ECD or financial inclusion sectors.

Please Note : Should you not receive feedback within 3 months, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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