Program Officer - Youth Empowerment

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Professional development opportunities

Empowering Upington community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Program Officer focused on Youth Empowerment in Upington. This hybrid role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing programs to support and uplift young people, blending remote planning with on-site engagement.

You will collaborate with youth organizations, schools, and community leaders to create opportunities for skills development, education, and personal growth while monitoring progress and reporting impact for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth development, program management, or education.
• Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing young people.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to engage and motivate youth.
• Experience working in a hybrid model, balancing remote tasks with on-site activities.
• A degree in Social Work, Education, Psychology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage youth empowerment programs.
• Develop curriculum and resources for workshops and training sessions targeting young people.
• Facilitate engaging sessions and mentor youth participants.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, community centers, and other youth-serving organizations.
• Monitor program progress, collect feedback, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Prepare reports on program activities, outcomes, and impact for stakeholders.

Skills

Youth development

Program management

Education

Facilitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivating youth

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Education, or Psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an energetic Program Officer focused on Youth Empowerment initiatives in Upington. This hybrid role will involve developing, implementing, and overseeing programs designed to support and uplift young people in the community, combining remote planning and reporting with on-site engagement. You will work closely with youth organizations, educational institutions, and community leaders to create opportunities for skills development, education, and personal growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated individual passionate about youth development to make a significant difference in the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage youth empowerment programs.
• Develop curriculum and resources for workshops and training sessions targeting young people.
• Facilitate engaging sessions and mentor youth participants.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, community centers, and other youth-serving organizations.
• Monitor program progress, collect feedback, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Prepare reports on program activities, outcomes, and impact for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience in youth development, program management, or education.
• Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing young people.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to engage and motivate youth.
• Experience working in a hybrid model, balancing remote tasks with on-site activities.
• A degree in Social Work, Education, Psychology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual increases.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in youth work and program management.
• A rewarding role focused on empowering the next generation in Upington.