Regional Program Coordinator

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Be part of a passionate team

Work in a beautiful ecologically rich/

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a motivated Regional Program Coordinator to oversee conservation projects across KwaZulu-Natal. The role blends fieldwork, administration, and stakeholder engagement with a hybrid in-office and remote work setup to ensure program success and strong team cohesion.

You will coordinate regional conservation programs, manage budgets, collect impact data, and report progress to senior management while collaborating with communities and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in program coordination, project management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of conservation principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with project management software is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the region.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Conservation Biology, Project Management, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and execution of regional conservation programs.
• Liaise with local communities, government agencies, and partner organizations.
• Manage project budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress and collect data for impact assessment.
• Prepare regular progress reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and community consultations.
• Support field teams in implementing conservation activities.
• Identify and address any challenges or risks related to program implementation.
• Promote the organization's mission and engage the public in conservation efforts.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.

Skills

Program coordination

Project management

Conservation principles

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Teamwork

Driver's license

Regional travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent environmental conservation charity operating across KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a motivated and organized Regional Program Coordinator based in Richards Bay. This role is integral to the successful implementation and oversight of our client's conservation projects within the region. You will work closely with local communities, conservation teams, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met efficiently and effectively. The role involves a combination of fieldwork, administrative duties, and stakeholder engagement. You will be responsible for coordinating activities, managing project resources, and reporting on progress. This position requires a candidate with excellent organizational skills, a passion for environmental causes, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The hybrid nature of this role allows for flexibility, blending essential in-office collaboration with valuable remote workdays, enabling a strong focus on both team cohesion and individual productivity. You will be at the forefront of driving tangible conservation outcomes in a vital ecological region.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and execution of regional conservation programs.
• Liaise with local communities, government agencies, and partner organizations.
• Manage project budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress and collect data for impact assessment.
• Prepare regular progress reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and community consultations.
• Support field teams in implementing conservation activities.
• Identify and address any challenges or risks related to program implementation.
• Promote the organization's mission and engage the public in conservation efforts.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.

Requirements

• Proven experience in program coordination, project management, or a related field, preferably in the environmental or conservation sector.
• Strong understanding of conservation principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with project management software is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the region.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Conservation Biology, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between office-based and remote work.
• Opportunity to contribute to significant environmental conservation efforts.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a dedicated and passionate team.
• Gain experience in a dynamic and impactful organization.
• Work in a beautiful and ecologically significant region.