Program Director - Community Development

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Program Director to lead nationwide Community Development initiatives in a fully remote role. You will design, implement and manage high-impact programs, driving social welfare and economic opportunities across diverse communities.

Qualifications include a Master's degree and extensive program management experience, with strong leadership, fundraising and grant-writing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing programs, preferably in non-profit or community development.
• Proven track record leading large-scale social impact initiatives.
• Strong leadership, team management and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent grant writing and fundraising skills.
• Experience managing remote teams with virtual collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all Community Development programs.
• Develop program goals, objectives and strategies aligned with the organization's mission.
• Manage program budgets, resources and timelines effectively.
• Lead, mentor and manage a diverse, remote-based team of program staff.
• Cultivate and maintain partnerships with government agencies, NGOs and community stakeholders.
• Monitor program progress, evaluate impact and generate reports for stakeholders and funders.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Grant writing

Remote team management

Strategic planning

Fundraising

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Program Director to spearhead their Community Development initiatives. This fully remote role offers the unique opportunity to design, implement, and manage impactful programs aimed at improving social welfare and economic opportunities across diverse communities. You will provide strategic leadership, manage a remote team, and foster collaborations with stakeholders nationwide. This position is ideal for a seasoned leader passionate about social change, possessing a strong understanding of program management principles, and capable of driving large-scale initiatives from conception to successful execution. You will be instrumental in shaping the future direction of our client's community impact efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all Community Development programs.
• Develop program goals, objectives, and strategies in alignment with the organization's mission.
• Manage program budgets, resources, and timelines effectively, ensuring efficient allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse, remote-based team of program staff.
• Cultivate and maintain partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and community stakeholders.
• Monitor program progress, evaluate impact, and generate comprehensive reports for stakeholders and funders.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in program management, preferably within the non-profit or community development sector.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing large-scale social impact programs.
• Strong leadership, team management, and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent grant writing and fundraising skills.
• Proficiency in managing remote teams and utilizing virtual collaboration tools.
• Master's degree in a related field such as Social Work, Public Administration, or International Development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Significant autonomy and the chance to shape impactful programs.
• Contribution to meaningful social change on a national scale.