Project Coordinator - Youth Development

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Positive impact on youths’ lives

Professional development opportunities

Vibrant team environment

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Project Coordinator for a youth development NGO in Benoni. The role supports planning, execution, and monitoring of programs, working with managers, facilitators and young participants to ensure objectives are met.

The ideal candidate is organized, passionate about youth development, and skilled in managing timelines and resources within Gauteng. Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools is desirable; the position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Education, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience in project coordination or program support, preferably with youth.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work with young people in a supportive and engaging manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of youth development projects.
• Assist in the development and implementation of project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Facilitate program activities and ensure effective engagement of youth participants.
• Monitor project progress and collect data for reporting and evaluation purposes.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders, including participants, parents, and community partners.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and managing project documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Social Work

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to youth empowerment in Benoni , is seeking an enthusiastic Project Coordinator . This role is instrumental in the successful planning, execution, and monitoring of youth development programs. The Project Coordinator will work closely with program managers, facilitators, and young participants to ensure programs are impactful and achieve their objectives.The ideal candidate is organized, passionate about youth development, and skilled in managing project timelines and resources within the Gauteng community.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of youth development projects.
• Assist in the development and implementation of project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Facilitate program activities and ensure effective engagement of youth participants.
• Monitor project progress and collect data for reporting and evaluation purposes.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders, including participants, parents, and community partners.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and managing project documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Education, Social Work, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project coordination or program support, preferably with youth.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work with young people in a supportive and engaging manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in Benoni .
• Professional development opportunities in project management and youth work.
• A vibrant and supportive team environment.
• Paid time off and holiday benefits.