Senior Social Impact Manager — George Community Development

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension fund

Medical aid contributions

Generous leave allowance

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Social Impact Manager to lead strategic social programs and drive community development. The role requires building partnerships with government, businesses, and NGOs, guiding a team, and delivering measurable outcomes aligned with social justice and community empowerment.

The successful candidate will oversee needs assessments, program evaluations, budgets, and reporting to funders, while staying current with trends and opportunities in

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in social program management and development.
• Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills.
• Budget management and financial oversight experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement strategic social impact programs tailored to George community.
• Conduct needs assessments and impact evaluations for initiatives.
• Manage program budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Build partnerships with local government, businesses, and NGOs.
• Lead and mentor a team of program officers and community liaisons.
• Develop and maintain relationships with beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on progress, outcomes, and challenges for senior management and funders.
• Represent the organization at relevant forums and conferences.
• Stay abreast of current social trends, best practices, and funding opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and ethical standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Development Studies or related field

Tools

Excel

Tableau/Table reporting

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Social Impact Manager to lead strategic social programs and drive community development. The role requires building partnerships with government, businesses, and NGOs, guiding a team, and delivering measurable outcomes aligned with social justice and community empowerment.

The successful candidate will oversee needs assessments, program evaluations, budgets, and reporting to funders, while staying current with trends and opportunities in