Program Manager - Community Development

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance and retirement

Professional growth opportunities

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Program Manager to lead community development initiatives in Tembisa. This hybrid role balances remote strategic planning with in-person engagement to design, implement, and evaluate impactful programs that address local needs and empower residents.

With 5+ years in program management, you will oversee budgets, build stakeholder partnerships, and develop evaluation frameworks to measure outcomes, while providing leadership to staff and volunteers in a dynamic

Qualifications

• 5+ years in program management, preferably in non-profit or community development.
• Proven track record leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of community development principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both remote and on-site environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of community development programs.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient resource use and financial accountability.
• Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries.
• Develop and implement evaluation frameworks to measure program impact and outcomes.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to program staff and volunteers.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Program evaluation

Mentorship

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a proactive and experienced Program Manager to lead their community development initiatives in Tembisa . This hybrid role requires a strategic thinker capable of overseeing impactful projects, managing budgets, and ensuring successful program delivery. You will work closely with community members and internal teams to design, implement, and evaluate programs that address local needs, fostering sustainable development and empowerment. This is an exciting opportunity to drive significant positive change within the community, balancing remote strategic planning with in-person engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of community development programs.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and financial accountability.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries.
• Develop and implement evaluation frameworks to measure program impact and outcomes.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to program staff and volunteers.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, preferably within the non-profit or community development sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of community development principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both remote and on-site environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between home and office.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Meaningful work contributing to community well-being and empowerment.