Remote Social Impact Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced, visionary Remote Social Impact Manager to lead and expand its impactful initiatives. This fully remote leadership role focuses on developing, implementing, and overseeing strategies that drive positive social change from anywhere.

You will manage programs, build partnerships with communities, NGOs, and government agencies, and measure outcomes using robust impact metrics while guiding a remote team toward sustainable community benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field.
• 5+ years in social program management and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience leading remote teams.
• Strong knowledge of social impact metrics and evaluation methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience building and maintaining strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive social impact strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage a portfolio of social programs and initiatives, ensuring successful implementation and outcomes.
• Build and nurture relationships with community partners, NGOs, and government agencies.
• Oversee program budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Design and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to measure social impact.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of program staff and coordinators.
• Identify emerging social issues and opportunities for innovation.
• Communicate impact stories and results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure ethical practices and compliance in all social impact activities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Remote team leadership

Budget management

Communication

Project management

Social impact metrics

Education

Master's degree in Social Work/Public Policy/Development Studies/Non-profit Management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote Social Impact Manager to lead and expand their impactful initiatives. This is a fully remote leadership position where you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing strategies that drive positive social change. You will manage projects, build partnerships, and measure the effectiveness of our social programs, all from a remote work environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of social issues, and a proven track record in managing impactful projects. If you are passionate about creating sustainable social solutions and excel in a remote setting, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape meaningful change on a larger scale. Your expertise will be crucial in guiding our organization's social responsibility efforts and maximizing our community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive social impact strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage a portfolio of social programs and initiatives, ensuring successful implementation and outcomes.
• Build and nurture relationships with community partners, NGOs, and government agencies.
• Oversee program budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Design and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to measure social impact.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of program staff and coordinators.
• Identify emerging social issues and opportunities for innovation.
• Communicate impact stories and results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure ethical practices and compliance in all social impact activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Public Policy, Development Studies, Non-profit Management, or a related field.
• Significant experience (5+ years) in social program management, impact assessment, and stakeholder engagement, preferably with remote team leadership.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing impactful social initiatives.
• Strong understanding of social impact metrics and evaluation methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Experience in building and maintaining strategic partnerships.
• Proficiency in project management software and collaboration tools for remote work.
• A deep commitment to social justice and sustainable development.

Benefits

This pivotal remote role offers a highly competitive executive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• generous paid time off
• retirement planning options
• flexibility to work from anywhere
• opportunities for significant professional growth and leadership development
• access to cutting-edge training and resources

Our client invests in their employees' success, providing access to cutting-edge training and resources.

Be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a tangible difference through strategic social impact initiatives, managed entirely remotely.