Senior Social Impact Strategist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Social Impact Strategist for a fully remote role. Based in spirit in Mahikeng, the role drives social development strategy across sectors, identifying challenges and forging partnerships with government, NGOs, and private entities.

You will lead remote teams, manage pilots, and measure impact, influencing outcomes in North West and beyond. The ideal candidate brings 7–10 years in social impact, strong communication, and data-driven decision making, with deep knowledge

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Sociology, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7–10 years in social impact, strategy development, program management, or related fields.
• Proven experience leading remote teams and managing projects virtually.
• Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive social impact strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Conduct in-depth research on social issues and identify opportunities for intervention and partnership.
• Design and manage pilot projects and scalable social programs.
• Establish frameworks for measuring and evaluating social impact, tracking KPIs.
• Build and nurture strategic relationships with government, NGOs, and corporate partners.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution.
• Prepare high-quality reports, proposals, and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of innovation and learning.
• Manage budgets and ensure efficient allocation of resources.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Remote team leadership

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Masters in Public Policy / Development Studies / Sociology / Business Administration

Tools

Project management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent social impact organization, is actively seeking a visionary Senior Social Impact Strategist for a fully remote position. This role is critical in shaping and executing strategies that drive positive social change across various sectors. You will leverage your expertise in social development, program design, and impact measurement to lead key initiatives. The position is based within **Mahikeng** in spirit, but the work is conducted entirely remotely, offering unparalleled flexibility. You will be responsible for identifying emerging social challenges, developing innovative solutions, and building strategic partnerships with governmental bodies, NGOs, and private sector entities. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a compelling communicator, and a passionate advocate for sustainable social development. This is a chance to influence large-scale change from a distance, contributing to meaningful outcomes in **North West** and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive social impact strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Conduct in-depth research on social issues and identify opportunities for intervention and partnership.
• Design and manage pilot projects and scalable social programs.
• Establish frameworks for measuring and evaluating social impact, tracking key performance indicators.
• Build and nurture strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and corporate partners.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution and integration.
• Prepare high-quality reports, proposals, and presentations for various audiences.
• Stay abreast of global trends and best practices in social impact and sustainable development.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of innovation and learning within the team.
• Manage budgets and ensure the efficient allocation of resources for social impact initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Sociology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in social impact, strategy development, program management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in leading remote teams and managing projects virtually.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with impact investing, ESG principles, and corporate social responsibility.
• Experience working within the **South African** context, ideally with exposure to the **North West** province, is a significant advantage.
• Ability to think strategically and translate complex ideas into actionable plans.
• Proficiency in project management software and data analysis tools.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, extensive professional development opportunities, flexible working hours, and the ability to work from any location within **South Africa**.