Social Care Project Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Social Care Project Coordinator to oversee community social initiatives in Soweto. You will ensure planning, implementation, and monitoring of projects that benefit the community in Gauteng, collaborating with stakeholders and managing resources to achieve positive social outcomes.

The role emphasizes coordination across teams, risk mitigation, and reporting, with a focus on social impact and development within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating or managing projects, preferably in the non-profit or social sector.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse community groups.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of social care projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with team members.
• Manage project resources, including staff, volunteers, and materials.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with community members, beneficiaries, and external partners.
• Prepare regular project reports, documenting achievements and challenges.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Social Sciences/Project Management

Tools

Project management software

Office applications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and dedicated Social Care Project Coordinator to manage and oversee various social initiatives in the Soweto area. This role is crucial in ensuring the successful planning, implementation, and monitoring of projects designed to benefit the community. You will work closely with stakeholders, manage resources, and track project progress to achieve positive social outcomes. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to community development and social well-being within Gauteng, working in a mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of social care projects, from initiation to completion.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with team members.
• Manage project resources, including staff, volunteers, and materials.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with community members, beneficiaries, and external partners.
• Prepare regular project reports, documenting achievements and challenges.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field.
• Previous experience in project coordination or management, preferably in the non-profit or social sector.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse community groups.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for project management certification and professional growth.
• Generous annual leave and compassionate leave policy.
• A fulfilling role contributing to positive social change in the community.