Social Impact Officer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Opportunities to influence programs in

Professional development in impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Social Impact Officer to measure and report on the effectiveness of charitable programs in North West, Rustenburg. You will design impact methodologies, collect data, and translate findings into compelling reports for stakeholders.

The role requires strong analytical skills, survey design experience, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to donors and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, development studies, economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in impact assessment, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), or data analysis within the non-profit sector.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical software and data visualization tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Experience in designing surveys, focus group discussions, and other data collection tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement methodologies for measuring and evaluating social impact.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data related to program outcomes and beneficiary experiences.
• Develop reports, presentations, and case studies to communicate impact to donors and partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Survey design

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences/related field

Tools

Statistical software

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking charity committed to alleviating poverty in the North West province , is seeking a motivated Social Impact Officer to join their team in Rustenburg . This role is central to measuring and reporting on the effectiveness of our client's programs, ensuring they achieve their intended social outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement methodologies for measuring and evaluating social impact across all programs.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data related to program outcomes and beneficiary experiences.
• Develop compelling reports, presentations, and case studies to communicate impact to stakeholders, including donors and partners.
• Work closely with program teams to integrate impact measurement into daily operations and program design.
• Identify best practices in impact measurement and contribute to the organization's learning and development.
• Maintain databases and systems for tracking impact indicators and beneficiary data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, development studies, economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in impact assessment , monitoring and evaluation (M&E), or data analysis within the non-profit sector.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical software and data visualization tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Experience in designing surveys, focus group discussions, and other data collection tools.
• A deep understanding of social development issues and the challenges faced by marginalized communities in Rustenburg .

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Significant opportunities to influence and enhance social programs in the North West province .
• Professional development in impact measurement and evaluation.
• A collaborative and purpose-driven work environment.
• Contribution to meaningful social change and community empowerment.