Remote Social Impact Lead

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working hours

Autonomy to drive social change

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Social Impact Lead to drive strategy, development, and execution of programs that deliver measurable social outcomes across South Africa. Based remotely, you will coordinate a geographically dispersed team and partner with NGOs, government bodies, and CSR divisions to advance our mission.

You will shape the direction of our social impact work from the ground up, manage budgets, track performance, and stay abreast of best practices in philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Social Entrepreneurship, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive social impact strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
• Identify key social challenges and opportunities for intervention.
• Design and manage innovative programs and projects that deliver measurable social outcomes.
• Forge strategic partnerships with NGOs, government agencies, and corporate social responsibility departments.
• Lead and inspire a virtual team to achieve program goals.
• Oversee budget allocation and financial management for social impact initiatives.
• Track, analyze, and report on program performance and impact metrics.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in social impact and philanthropy.
• Communicate the organization's social impact story to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Virtual team leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Social Entrepreneurship, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

This is a fully remote opportunity for a dedicated Social Impact Lead to join our client's mission-driven organization. Based anywhere in South Africa but operating primarily in the digital sphere, you will be responsible for spearheading initiatives that create positive social change. You will drive the strategy, development, and execution of programs aimed at addressing critical community needs. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of social impact principles and a passion for leveraging technology to achieve organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, capable of working autonomously and collaborating effectively with a geographically dispersed team. You will have the opportunity to shape and influence the direction of our client's social impact efforts from the ground up, working entirely from your home office. We are committed to building a more equitable and sustainable future, and this role is central to that vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive social impact strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
• Identify key social challenges and opportunities for intervention.
• Design and manage innovative programs and projects that deliver measurable social outcomes.
• Forge strategic partnerships with NGOs, government agencies, and corporate social responsibility departments.
• Lead and inspire a virtual team to achieve program goals.
• Oversee budget allocation and financial management for social impact initiatives.
• Track, analyze, and report on program performance and impact metrics.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in social impact and philanthropy.
• Communicate the organization's social impact story to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Social Entrepreneurship, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in social impact, philanthropy, or non-profit management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in designing, implementing, and scaling social impact programs.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in building and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and collaboration tools.
• Strong understanding of impact measurement frameworks and reporting.
• Ability to thrive in a remote work environment and manage time effectively.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work with a passionate and global team. You will have the autonomy to drive significant social change from anywhere, contributing to a meaningful cause.