Program Coordinator - Education & Skills

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Impactful role

Professional development

Supportive team

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Program Coordinator for an NGO based in Mahikeng to manage education and skills development programs with flexible remote work arrangements.

You will coordinate workshops, enroll participants, liaise with trainers, organize events, and maintain records while supporting youth through learning and employment opportunities in the North West province.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Community Development, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program coordination or management.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and reporting abilities.
• Experience working with youth is essential.
• Familiarity with Mahikeng region's educational and employment challenges is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of educational and skills development workshops and training sessions.
• Manage participant enrollment, attendance, and progress tracking.
• Liaise with trainers and external service providers to ensure quality.
• Organize program events, orientations, and graduation ceremonies.
• Maintain program records, reports, and assist evaluation.
• Provide support and guidance to participants throughout their program journey.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reporting

Youth work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Community Development, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an NGO focused on enhancing educational opportunities and vocational skills for unemployed youth, is seeking a dynamic Program Coordinator based in Mahikeng , with a flexible remote work arrangement. This role is responsible for the day-to-day implementation and management of educational and skills development programs. You will work closely with participants, trainers, and partner institutions to ensure program quality, accessibility, and effectiveness. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and possesses a passion for empowering young people through learning and skills acquisition, with a strong understanding of the educational and employment landscape in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of educational and skills development workshops and training sessions.
• Manage participant enrollment, attendance, and progress tracking.
• Liaise with trainers, educators, and external service providers to ensure program quality.
• Organize and facilitate program-related events, orientations, and graduation ceremonies.
• Maintain program records, compile reports, and assist in program evaluation.
• Provide support and guidance to participants throughout their program journey.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program coordination or management, particularly in education or skills development.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and reporting abilities.
• Experience working with youth or young adults is essential.
• Familiarity with the educational and employment challenges in the Mahikeng region is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to significantly impact the career prospects of young individuals.
• Professional development opportunities in program management and education.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Remote work flexibility for administrative tasks and program oversight.