Program Coordinator - Social Services

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Collaborative environment

Hybrid work schedule

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a structured and efficient Program Coordinator to manage and enhance social service programs, ensuring effective delivery and strong coordination across staff and volunteers. You will plan, monitor, and report on initiatives to address community needs and improve social outcomes.

You will collaborate with management, liaise with partners, and balance remote and on-site tasks in a hybrid setup, contributing to impactful projects and service delivery improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Non-profit Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in program coordination or management within the social services sector.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Experience with data management and reporting.
• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid model, managing tasks both remotely and on-site in Sandton.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of assigned social service programs.
• Develop and implement program plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with management.
• Supervise and support program staff and volunteers, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Monitor program activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards and objectives.
• Maintain program records, collect data, and prepare reports on program performance.
• Liaise with external partners, clients, and stakeholders to ensure smooth program execution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Data management

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Non-profit Management, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a structured and efficient Program Coordinator to manage and enhance their social service programs in Sandton . This role requires a blend of organizational prowess and interpersonal skills to oversee program operations, ensure effective service delivery, and support program staff and participants. You will be instrumental in the planning, execution, and monitoring of initiatives designed to address community needs and improve social outcomes. This is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within a dynamic urban setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of assigned social service programs.
• Develop and implement program plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with management.
• Supervise and support program staff and volunteers, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Monitor program activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards and objectives.
• Maintain program records, collect data, and prepare reports on program performance.
• Liaise with external partners, clients, and stakeholders to ensure smooth program execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Non-profit Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in program coordination or management within the social services sector.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Experience with data management and reporting.
• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid model, managing tasks both remotely and on-site in Sandton .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A collaborative work environment focused on social impact.
• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Play a key role in delivering essential services to the community.