Project Coordinator - Youth Development

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic and organized Project Coordinator to manage youth development initiatives in Vereeniging with a hybrid work approach. You will coordinate activities, manage timelines, and liaise with participants, facilitators, and stakeholders to empower young people through education, skills development, and mentorship.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, and a passion for youth empowerment in Gauteng, adept at navigating both

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination, youth work, or program management.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage young people.
• Proficiency in project management tools and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and execution of youth development projects and activities.
• Manage project schedules, ensuring deadlines are met and resources are utilized efficiently.
• Facilitate communication between project staff, participants, partners, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, collect data, and prepare regular reports on outcomes.
• Assist in the development of new project proposals and program enhancements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Engaging youth

MS Office / PM tools

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic and organized Project Coordinator to manage youth development initiatives in Vereeniging , utilizing a hybrid work approach. This role is essential for the successful implementation of programs designed to empower young people through education, skills development, and mentorship. You will be responsible for coordinating activities, managing project timelines, and liaising with participants, facilitators, and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth empowerment and possesses strong organizational and communication skills to navigate both in-office and remote work environments effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and execution of youth development projects and activities.
• Manage project schedules, ensuring deadlines are met and resources are utilized efficiently.
• Facilitate communication between project staff, participants, partners, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, collect data, and prepare regular reports on outcomes.
• Assist in the development of new project proposals and program enhancements.

Requirements

• Experience in project coordination, youth work, or program management.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage young people.
• Proficiency in project management tools and standard office software.
• A passion for youth empowerment and community development in Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Opportunity to shape impactful youth programs.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.