Project Manager - Social Impact

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote position

Work-life balance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end social impact initiatives remotely. You will oversee planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting, ensuring objectives are met within scope and budget while collaborating with partners and beneficiaries.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, stakeholder communication, and robust remote-work experience, with competitive pay and bonuses and opportunities for professional development in a dynamic virtual culture.

Qualifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of project management experience in nonprofit or social sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure.
• Strong understanding of PM methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience working in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of multiple social impact projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigations.
• Communicate with stakeholders including team, beneficiaries, and partners.
• Manage project budgets and reporting.
• Facilitate remote team collaboration.

Skills

PMP certified

Project management

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

PMP Certification

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead impactful social initiatives remotely. This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of projects designed to address critical community needs and drive positive social change. You will oversee project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting, ensuring timely delivery of objectives within scope and budget. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned project management professional who is passionate about social impact and thrives in a fully remote , collaborative environment, utilizing cutting-edge project management tools and methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple social impact projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, including team members, beneficiaries, and partners.
• Manage project budgets and ensure financial accountability and reporting.
• Facilitate team collaboration and problem-solving in a remote work environment.

Requirements

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in project management , preferably within the non-profit or social sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead projects that create significant positive social impact.
• Access to professional development and training in project management and social impact.
• A dynamic and innovative virtual work culture.