Remote Programme Development & Grant Lead

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Career growth potential

Collaborative virtual work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and strategic Programme Development Officer in East London to lead the design and implementation of innovative nonprofit initiatives. The role emphasizes identifying community needs, developing impactful programs, and securing funding through grant writing.

You will work remotely with internal teams, partners, and community stakeholders to ensure programs are relevant, effective, and sustainable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in program development, project management, or a related role in the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in writing grant proposals and securing funding.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to identify and assess community needs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with project management tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Solid understanding of program evaluation methodologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify emerging community needs and opportunities for new program development.
• Design comprehensive program proposals, outlining objectives, activities, budgets, and evaluation frameworks.
• Write compelling grant applications and funding proposals to secure financial resources.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure practical and effective program design and implementation strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, government agencies, and partner organizations.
• Monitor program progress and impact, collecting data for reporting and continuous improvement.
• Develop strategic partnerships to enhance program reach and effectiveness.
• Stay abreast of best practices and innovative approaches in program development and non-profit management.
• Prepare regular reports on program development activities and funding acquisition for senior management.

Skills

Grant writing

Proposal writing

Data analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences

Development Studies

Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a creative and strategic Programme Development Officer in East London to lead the design and implementation of innovative nonprofit initiatives. The role emphasizes identifying community needs, developing impactful programs, and securing funding through grant writing.

You will work remotely with internal teams, partners, and community stakeholders to ensure programs are relevant, effective, and sustainable.