Remote Operations Lead for Social Impact

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Operations Manager to oversee critical operational functions from a remote setting, supporting charitable causes from Paarl and beyond. You will manage remote workflows, coordinate cross-functional teams, and implement policies to boost efficiency and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in operations management within nonprofit or remote environments, with strong project management and collaboration tool skills (Asana, Slack, MS Teams).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in operations management, preferably in non-profit or remote-first org.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead remote teams.
• Strong understanding of operational best practices and process improvement.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficient with project management and collaboration tools (Asana, Slack, MS Teams).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation workflows for a remote team.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.
• Manage resources including budget tracking, procurement, vendor relations.
• Implement technology to support remote collaboration and effectiveness.
• Provide leadership to remote staff and foster a positive virtual culture.

Skills

Operations management

Remote team leadership

Project management

Process improvement

Communication

Tools

Asana

Slack

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Operations Manager to oversee critical operational functions from a remote setting, supporting charitable causes from Paarl and beyond. You will manage remote workflows, coordinate cross-functional teams, and implement policies to boost efficiency and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in operations management within nonprofit or remote environments, with strong project management and collaboration tool skills (Asana, Slack, MS Teams).