Senior Youth Mentor & Development Programs Lead

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Generous annual leave

Supportive organizational culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng, South Africa seeks a Lead Youth Mentor and Development Facilitator to design, implement, and oversee impactful youth programs. You will guide a team of mentors and build partnerships to advance education, life skills, and career readiness.

This senior role requires strong leadership, facilitation, and a passion for social change, with occasional evening/weekend activities to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of youth development experience.
• Experience in program design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Availability for evening and weekend work

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and deliver engaging youth development programs focused on life skills, education, and employability.
• Lead, train, and supervise a team of youth mentors, ensuring high-quality program delivery.
• Design curriculum and workshop materials tailored to the needs of diverse youth populations.
• Conduct regular needs assessments and evaluations to measure program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools, community centers, and other relevant organizations in Tembisa, Gauteng.
• Provide one-on-one mentoring and guidance to youth participants, addressing their personal, academic, and career aspirations.
• Organize and facilitate youth events, workshops, and field trips.
• Manage program budgets and resources effectively.
• Report on program progress, outcomes, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate for the youth served by the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Facilitation

Communication

Presentation

Team management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Youth Development or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Program management software

Job description

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng, South Africa seeks a Lead Youth Mentor and Development Facilitator to design, implement, and oversee impactful youth programs. You will guide a team of mentors and build partnerships to advance education, life skills, and career readiness.

This senior role requires strong leadership, facilitation, and a passion for social change, with occasional evening/weekend activities to meet program needs.