Project Co-Ordinator

Hashtag Nonprofit NPC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An organization dedicated to social justice is seeking a motivated Project Coordinator based in Cape Town. The role involves overseeing project delivery, engaging with stakeholders, and using insights from project evaluations. Candidates must have a Master's degree and at least 3 years of experience in coordinating research projects. Proficiency in isiXhosa or isiZulu and excellent communication skills are essential. Applications must be sent by email before the closing date.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in conducting and/or coordinating research projects.
• Familiarity with Food Sovereignty and Climate Justice frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all identified projects and related activities.
• Provide conceptual support for identified activities.
• Monitor the socio-economic context relevant to small-scale fisheries.
• Supervise and support relevant project staff.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to effectively engage with diverse actors

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Proficiency in isiXhosa or isiZulu and English

Ability to adapt to changing project requirements

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others

Knowledge of participatory research processes

Passion for social justice and advocacy

Education

Masters Degree in Development Studies or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Project Co‑ordinator at Masifundise Development Trust

Deadline: 07 January 2026

Region: Cape Town

Type of employment: Full time

Job Description

Masifundise seeks to appoint a full‑time, motivated, independent Project Coordinator to join our Programme Team. The Project Coordinator plays a central role in ensuring the cohesive planning, integration, and delivery of all project components in alignment with the programmatic objectives, timelines, and strategic plan. This role involves providing strategic oversight while also supervising the Project Officers, and working closely with the Media and Communications, Research teams. The Project Coordinator will use insights from Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) processes to adapt project strategies and improve impact. They also lead engagement with key external stakeholders, including government entities, conservation agencies, universities, and civil society partners, to ensure alignment and strong participation in co‑management structures. The successful candidate will work closely with, and report directly to, the Programme Manager.

Roles and Responsibilities

• To co‑ordinate all identified projects, including related action‑research, training or advocacy projects.
• To provide conceptual support for identified activities undertaken through all sub‑programmes.
• To contribute to the conceptualisation and implementation of Masifundise’s strategies and plans to achieve Food Sovereignty for small‑scale fishers in South Africa and, globally.
• To monitor the institutional, legal, and socio‑economic context relevant to small‑scale fisheries in South Africa and globally.
• To coordinate project fieldwork and organisation building activities.
• To coordinate the effective monitoring of implementation of project activities, including the effective data collection of projects’ targets and indicators.
• To supervise and support relevant project staff.
• To participate in activities relating to Masifundise’s lobbying and advocacy strategies.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Masters Degree or equivalent experience in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Geography, International Relations, Law, and related fields.
• Familiarity with Food Sovereignty, Human Rights‑based approach, Climate Justice and Gender justice frameworks.
• At least 3 years demonstrated experience in conduction and/or coordination of research projects, preferably executed in rural and participatory contexts.
• Knowledge of participatory research processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively engage with diverse actors, including fishing communities, researchers, Civil Society, and government officials.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when necessary.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and navigate unforeseen challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others.
• Passion for social justice and advocacy, with knowledge of the sector in South Africa.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in isiXhosa or isiZulu and English (written and spoken).
• Driver’s License and comfortably drive.

How to apply

To Apply, Please Submit

• Detailed motivation letter
• Your CV with at least two contactable references

Send your application by email to [e-mail] using the position you are applying for as the subject line.

Closing date: 7 January 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Kindly note that shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a credit check. Please only apply if you have the competencies described.

More about this vacancy

Date posted: 10 December 2025