Project Coordinator - Community Development

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Project Coordinator - Community Development to lead planning, execution, and monitoring of multiple community initiatives from our Randburg office.

You will collaborate with project teams, community members, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet objectives, while fostering a positive social impact in local communities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project coordination or management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across diverse groups.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Passion for community development and social impact.
• Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and development of community development projects.
• Coordinate project activities, ensuring timely completion of tasks and milestones.
• Facilitate communication among project teams, stakeholders, and community representatives.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including reports, minutes, and financial records.
• Support organizing community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Ensure resources are used efficiently and effectively.
• Contribute to evaluation of project impact and outcomes.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Office software proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Development Studies/Social Sciences/Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering sustainable community development, is seeking a highly organized and motivated Project Coordinator - Community Development . This role is integral to the successful planning, execution, and monitoring of various community projects. You will work closely with project teams, community members, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet their objectives. This position requires a proactive individual who can manage diverse tasks, facilitate collaboration, and contribute to the tangible improvement of local communities, working primarily from our client's Randburg office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and development of community development projects.
• Coordinate project activities, ensuring timely completion of tasks and milestones.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project team members, stakeholders, and community representatives.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, and financial records.
• Support the organization of community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Ensure project resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.
• Contribute to the evaluation of project impact and outcomes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in project coordination or management, preferably in the non-profit or community development sector.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for community development and social impact.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Development Studies, Social Sciences, or Project Management.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Be part of a team dedicated to making a positive community impact.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.