Remote Social Impact Program Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote Social Impact Program Manager to lead end-to-end social impact initiatives from anywhere in South Africa. You will oversee programs from conception to evaluation, collaborate with community partners, and drive measurable outcomes.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 5–7 years’ experience in program management within non-profit or social enterprise settings. Strong leadership and grant-writing skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in social impact program management.
• Experience in remote working environments.
• Strong budgeting and resource management skills.
• Grant writing and fundraising experience is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, and implement social impact programs aligned with goals.
• Manage program budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Oversee project implementation and delivery outcomes.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track impact.
• Build relationships with partners, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead and motivate remote project teams.
• Prepare regular performance reports for management and funders.
• Stay updated on social issues and best practices.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Budget management

Remote work

Stakeholder management

Monitoring & evaluation

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

PM software

Collaboration tools

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate fully remote Social Impact Program Manager to lead and shape their impactful initiatives. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa, managing programs designed to create positive social change. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of various social impact projects, from conceptualization and planning to implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of social issues, and extensive experience in program management within the non-profit or social enterprise sector. You will collaborate with diverse teams, community partners, and beneficiaries to ensure programs are effective, sustainable, and aligned with our client's mission. This is a critical role for an individual driven by a desire to make a significant and lasting societal contribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and implementing social impact programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Managing program budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Overseeing project implementation and ensuring successful delivery of outcomes.
• Developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track program progress and impact.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with community partners, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.
• Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Leading and motivating remote project teams.
• Preparing regular reports on program performance for senior management and funders.
• Staying abreast of emerging social issues and best practices in program management.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Social Work, Public Policy, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in social impact program management, preferably in a remote setting.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex social programs from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of social issues, development challenges, and impact measurement.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Proficiency in project management software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Grant writing and fundraising experience is a plus.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical aid, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.
• Our client invests in employee growth through continuous professional development, training programs, and opportunities for leadership.
• You will have the autonomy to drive significant social change and work with a passionate, globally connected team from your home office.