Operations Manager - NGO

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Meaningful community impact

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job stability

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day administrative and operational functions within an NGO context. You will optimize processes, manage facilities, and ensure regulatory compliance to support program delivery in the North West province.

The role requires strong logistics, budgeting, and people leadership skills, with a proactive approach to improving efficiency and service delivery across the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and staff supervision experience.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Experience overseeing budgets and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of NGO regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations including administration, logistics, and facilities management.
• Develop and implement efficient operational policies and procedures.
• Manage procurement, vendor relationships, and inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational policies.
• Oversee assets and resources management.
• Supervise administrative staff and maintain a productive work environment.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, monitor expenses and identify savings.

Skills

Organizational management

Logistics

Financial administration

Leadership

Process optimization

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dedicated non-governmental organization in Klerksdorp, is seeking a highly organized and efficient Operations Manager. This critical role involves overseeing the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the organization, ensuring that resources are managed effectively to support program delivery in the North West province. You will be responsible for optimizing processes, managing facilities, and ensuring compliance with regulations, thereby enabling the organization to maximize its impact and reach. This position requires a proactive individual with strong logistical and management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the organization's daily operations, including administration, logistics, and facility management.
• Develop and implement efficient operational policies and procedures to support program goals.
• Manage procurement processes, vendor relationships, and inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and organizational policies.
• Oversee the management of organizational assets and resources.
• Supervise administrative and support staff, fostering a productive work environment.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager or in a similar role, preferably within the NGO or charity sector.
• Strong understanding of organizational management, logistics, and financial administration.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in project management and process optimization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements relevant to NGOs.
• Familiarity with the Klerksdorp operational environment is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the operational success of a meaningful organization.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A stable and supportive work environment.
• Contribution to essential community services.