Program Facilitator - Youth Empowerment

Placements24; Afrique du Sud; Hybride; ZAR 134 000 - 201 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Meaningful work

Professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Program Facilitator for a youth-focused charity in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will design, implement and deliver engaging sessions that promote personal growth, life skills, and critical thinking among young people.

The role requires strong facilitation and mentoring abilities, with flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed. You will collaborate with schools, parents and community partners to provide holistic support and track participant progress.

Qualifications

• Proven youth work or facilitation experience.
• Strong understanding of youth development principles.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills.
• Ability to engage youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Patience, empathy and commitment to empowerment.
• Ability to plan and organise training sessions.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Relevant qualification in education, social work, psychology or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Tembisa context is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Design and deliver engaging workshops on leadership, financial literacy, career readiness and personal development.
• Facilitate group discussions and activities to encourage participation and peer learning.
• Provide individual support and mentorship to participants.
• Assess participant progress and program effectiveness; report to management.
• Collaborate with schools, parents and community partners to ensure holistic support.
• Maintain attendance, activity records and participant outcomes.
• Adapt content to diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
• Contribute to curriculum development and refinement.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment in Tembisa.

Connaissances

Youth work experience

Facilitation

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Planning and organizing training

Flexible hours

Formation

Education/social work/psychology qualification

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking charitable organization focused on youth development and skills enhancement in Tembisa , is actively searching for a dedicated and inspiring Program Facilitator . This role is central to delivering impactful educational and empowerment programs to young individuals within the community. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and facilitating engaging sessions that foster personal growth, critical thinking, and life skills. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and possess strong facilitation abilities, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to positive social change in Gauteng , South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging workshops and training sessions for youth on topics such as leadership, financial literacy, career readiness, and personal development.
• Facilitate group discussions and activities to encourage participation, reflection, and peer learning.
• Provide individual support and mentorship to participants, addressing their unique needs and challenges.
• Assess participant progress and program effectiveness, providing regular reports to management.
• Collaborate with community partners, schools, and parents to ensure holistic support for participants.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, activities, and participant outcomes.
• Adapt program content and delivery methods to suit diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of program curricula.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all participants in Tembisa .

Requirements

• Proven experience in youth work, facilitation, teaching, or program delivery.
• Strong understanding of youth development principles and best practices.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to youth empowerment.
• Proficiency in planning and organizing training sessions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• A relevant qualification in education, social work, psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of the socio-economic context of Tembisa is an advantage.

Benefits

• Meaningful work impacting the lives of young people.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Exposure to diverse community projects.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real difference in Gauteng .
• Contribution to a brighter future for the youth of South Africa .