Remote Program Manager - Social Impact

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote role

Flexible work arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Health, retirement & PTO benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Program Manager to lead social impact initiatives from anywhere. You will oversee strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of programs, manage project teams, budgets, and stakeholder relationships to ensure outcomes and efficiency.

This senior role demands leadership, clear communication, and proficiency with remote collaboration tools. Join a mission-driven organization offering high impact projects, flexible work arrangements, and

Qualifications

• Requires master's degree and significant program management experience.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage remote teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans and roadmaps for social impact programs.
• Manage program budgets, timelines and resources.
• Lead cross-functional remote teams to achieve goals.
• Monitor performance, collect data, and report impact.
• Build relationships with partners, funders and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with policies and program objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Remote collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in Public Policy, Non-profit Management, Social Work, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary and results-oriented Remote Program Manager to lead impactful social initiatives from anywhere. This senior role involves overseeing the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of programs designed to create positive social change. You will manage project teams, budgets, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring that programs achieve their intended outcomes and operate efficiently. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader passionate about social impact to drive meaningful work, collaborating with diverse teams and leveraging technology to connect and manage initiatives effectively in a fully remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans and roadmaps for social impact programs.
• Manage program budgets, timelines, and resource allocation effectively.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional, remote teams to achieve program goals.
• Monitor program performance, collect data, and generate impact reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, funders, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and program objectives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Non-profit Management, Social Work, or a related field.
• Significant experience in program management, preferably within the Community & Social Care sector.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and teams.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and remote collaboration tools.
• Demonstrated passion for social impact and community development.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses based on impact.
• Fully remote position offering ultimate flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Work on meaningful projects that create lasting social change.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and paid time off benefits.