Project Officer - Community Development

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional growth

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Project Officer for a non-profit focused on community development in Richards Bay. You will support planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, liaising with beneficiaries and stakeholders to ensure initiatives stay relevant.

Develop work plans, budgets, and timelines, track progress, and prepare reports for management. The role requires 1–3 years of project support experience, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline is required.
• 1–3 years of experience in project support or coordination, non-profit sector preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of community development projects.
• Liaise with beneficiaries and stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure relevance.
• Develop project work plans, budgets, and timelines; track progress and report to management.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and challenges.
• Facilitate community meetings and workshops related to project activities.

Skills

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering sustainable community development, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Officer . This role is central to managing and supporting various community-based projects in the Richards Bay region. You will work closely with community members, local partners, and internal teams to ensure projects are implemented effectively, achieve their objectives, and create lasting positive change. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organized individual passionate about making a difference to contribute to meaningful initiatives in a remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of community development projects.
• Liaise with project beneficiaries and stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure project relevance.
• Assist in the development of project work plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Track project progress, document activities, and prepare regular reports for management.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and challenges.
• Facilitate community meetings and workshops related to project activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in project support or coordination, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• A competitive salary tailored to your experience level.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A fully remote work setup, offering flexibility and autonomy.
• The rewarding experience of contributing to impactful community projects in Richards Bay .