Remote Program Manager - Global Development Impact

Placements24; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of social impact initiatives. This fully remote role focuses on strategic planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of programs addressing key societal challenges across communities.

You will lead remote teams, manage budgets, build stakeholder relationships, and ensure compliant reporting while delivering measurable impact for our client.

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressively responsible program management experience in non-profit or social development sectors.
• Proven success coordinating multiple complex projects end-to-end.
• Strong design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Leadership of remote teams with excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Strategic thinking, problem solving, and decision making at scale.
• Proficient with project management tools and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and ongoing management of multiple social impact programs.
• Define objectives, scope, timelines, and resources aligned with mission.
• Oversee budgets and efficient allocation of financial resources.
• Mentor and manage remote project teams; foster high performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with beneficiaries, partners, government agencies, and donors.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, implement mitigation strategies.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks; assess impact and identify improvements.
• Prepare progress reports, impact assessments, and financial updates for management.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.

Skills

Program management

Remote team leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder mgmt

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree (Public Administration/International Development/Social Work)

Tools

Asana

Trello

MS Project

Job description

About the RoleOur client, a prominent charity organization dedicated to making a significant positive impact, is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of social impact initiatives. This is a critical, fully remote role designed for a leader passionate about social good and adept at managing complex projects from a distance. The Program Manager will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of various programs aimed at addressing key societal challenges. This position requires a proactive approach, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to foster collaboration among remote teams and external partners, ensuring the successful delivery of impactful outcomes for our client across various communities.

• Lead the strategic development, implementation, and ongoing management of multiple social impact programs.
• Define program objectives, scope, timelines, and resource allocation in alignment with our client's mission and strategic goals.
• Oversee program budgets, ensuring efficient and effective utilization of financial resources.
• Manage and mentor remote project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including beneficiaries, community partners, government agencies, and donors.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks and challenges, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion.
• Develop and implement robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess program impact and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare regular progress reports, impact assessments, and financial updates for senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, ethical standards, and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in program management, preferably within the non‑profit or social development sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, from conception to completion.
• Strong understanding of program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide remote teams.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, MS Project).
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• A master's degree in a relevant field such as Public Administration, International Development, Social Work, or a related discipline is highly preferred.
• Commitment to the mission and values of our client.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers unparalleled flexibility and autonomy. Our client provides a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. We invest in our employees' growth through opportunities for professional development, including access to leadership training and relevant industry certifications. As a Remote Program Manager, you will have the chance to lead impactful projects that create lasting social change and work with a dedicated team committed to excellence. You'll be instrumental in shaping