Program Director

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Executive-level benefits

Career growth opportunities

Positive social impact

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Program Director in Pretoria to lead key initiatives and shape high-impact programs. You will oversee staff, budgets, and operations, ensuring outcomes align with the organization’s social-change mission.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, leadership, and collaboration with government and community partners across Gauteng, with remote-capacity and occasional travel for stakeholder engagements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Administration, Social Work, Development Studies) or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of progressive program management experience, with 3+ years in leadership.
• Proven success in managing complex programs within budgets and timelines.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience engaging diverse communities and stakeholders in Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all assigned programs, ensuring alignment with goals.
• Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of program activities for impact.
• Manage budgets with financial planning, monitoring and reporting.
• Lead, mentor and supervise program staff to foster a high-performance team.
• Build and maintain relationships with government, partners and funders across Gauteng.
• Monitor performance against metrics and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and strategic Program Director to lead their key initiatives in Pretoria and surrounding areas. This senior leadership role is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, and management of impactful programs that align with the organization's mission. You will oversee program staff, manage budgets, ensure operational efficiency, and drive measurable outcomes. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in program management, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep commitment to social change within the Gauteng province. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape and grow vital programs from a remote capacity, with occasional travel for key stakeholder engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all assigned programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.


• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of program activities, ensuring high-quality service delivery and impact.


• Manage program budgets effectively, including financial planning, monitoring, and reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility.


• Lead, mentor, and supervise program staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, community partners, and funding bodies across Gauteng .


• Monitor program performance against established metrics and outcomes, utilizing data to drive continuous improvement and strategic adjustments.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Administration, Social Work, Development Studies) or equivalent experience.


• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in program management , with at least 3 years in a leadership role.


• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and achieving programmatic goals within budget and timelines.


• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal communication abilities.


• Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders in the Pretoria region is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.


• Significant opportunity for career growth and leadership development.


• Remote work flexibility enabling work-life balance.


• Exposure to high-impact projects driving positive social change in Gauteng .


• A supportive organizational culture that values innovation and collaboration.