Remote Program Development Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Generous leave

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Remote Program Development Specialist to join a mission-driven team and drive the creation of impactful initiatives addressing community needs in a fully remote setting.

You will conduct research, design program frameworks with goals and metrics, develop proposals and budgets, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure relevance and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience in program design and development in non-profit or charity sectors.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent proposal writing and report generation capabilities.
• Familiar with project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple remote projects.
• Bachelor's degree in international development, public policy, social work, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and needs assessment for new program opportunities.
• Design program frameworks with goals, activities and metrics.
• Develop proposals, budgets and implementation plans.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Create and refine program materials, training modules, and outreach content.
• Monitor implementation, collect feedback, and recommend improvements.
• Stay updated on best practices in non-profit and social impact sectors.

Skills

Research & analysis

Proposal writing

Project management

Remote work

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Remote Program Development Specialist to join their dedicated team and drive the creation of impactful initiatives from anywhere. This role is essential for conceptualizing, designing, and implementing new programs that address critical community needs and align with our client's mission. You will conduct research, analyze data, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure programs are effective, sustainable, and meet defined objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic thinker to contribute significantly to program innovation and social impact within a flexible, fully remote setting, working collaboratively with a distributed team committed to positive change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the research and needs assessment process to identify opportunities for new program development.
• Design comprehensive program frameworks, including goals, objectives, activities, and evaluation metrics.
• Develop detailed project proposals, budgets, and implementation plans for new initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and community stakeholders to gather input and ensure program relevance.
• Create and refine program materials, including guidelines, training modules, and outreach content.
• Monitor program implementation, collect feedback, and recommend adjustments for continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in the non-profit and social impact sectors.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in program design and development, particularly within the non-profit or charity sector.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent proposal writing and report generation capabilities.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, public policy, social work) or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position, enabling work from any location.