Project Manager, Community Health Initiatives — Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful projects

Development opportunities

Competitive salary

Supportive environment

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead community health initiatives in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will plan, implement, and monitor programs with healthcare partners, NGOs, and local government to improve health equity for vulnerable groups.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Public Health or related field, at least six years of PM experience in public health, strong leadership, and ability to manage budgets and teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of project management experience in public health or community development.
• Experience working in Stellenbosch or similar communities preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and budgeting skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, and monitoring of community health projects.
• Develop work plans, budgets, and timelines in consultation with stakeholders.
• Manage resources including staff, materials, and financial allocations.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, healthcare providers, and government officials in Stellenbosch.
• Ensure activities align with organizational goals and public health best practices.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collect and analyze project data to evaluate impact and inform initiatives.
• Prepare regular progress reports for management and donors.
• Organize and facilitate project meetings and community outreach events.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Communication

Public health knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Public Health

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM tools (MS Project/Asana)

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead community health initiatives in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will plan, implement, and monitor programs with healthcare partners, NGOs, and local government to improve health equity for vulnerable groups.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Public Health or related field, at least six years of PM experience in public health, strong leadership, and ability to manage budgets and teams.