Remote Youth Development Program Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Work-life balance

Professional development

Leadership training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead remote youth development initiatives in Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. You will design, implement, and oversee education, skills training, and mentorship programs, coordinating volunteers and staff from a distance to empower young people.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, partnership development, and data-driven program evaluation, with a focus on outcomes and impact in the Port Elizabeth region.

Qualifications

• Five-plus years of program management experience in youth development or related fields.
• Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating community programs.
• Strong virtual collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans for youth programs aligned with goals.
• Manage budgets, resources, and remote staff/volunteers.
• Build partnerships with schools and community organizations.
• Design engaging youth activities, workshops, and mentorship.
• Monitor outcomes, collect data, and report results.
• Ensure compliance with funding requirements and policies.

Skills

Program management

Youth development

Budget management

Grant writing

Team leadership

Virtual collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Social Sciences

Master's degree

Tools

Asana

Trello

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead remote youth development initiatives in Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. You will design, implement, and oversee education, skills training, and mentorship programs, coordinating volunteers and staff from a distance to empower young people.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, partnership development, and data-driven program evaluation, with a focus on outcomes and impact in the Port Elizabeth region.