Social Impact Program Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contribution

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth/Eastern Cape is seeking a Social Impact Program Lead to design and oversee public health initiatives in underserved communities. Hybrid work arrangement supports collaboration with community partners and donors.

You will lead teams, manage budgets, monitor impact, and report progress to stakeholders. A Master’s degree in a related field and 7+ years of NGO program leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in managing public health or social impact programs, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Proven track record of successful program implementation and demonstrable impact.
• Strong understanding of community health principles and practices in the South African context.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in program monitoring and evaluation methodologies.
• Strong proposal writing and report generation capabilities.
• Experience working with diverse communities in Port Elizabeth or similar settings is advantageous.
• Fluency in English and relevant local languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and execution of comprehensive public health programs in collaboration with community partners.
• Manage program budgets, timelines, and resources effectively to ensure successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local health authorities, NGOs, community leaders, and beneficiaries.
• Oversee program monitoring and evaluation, ensuring data is collected, analyzed, and used for program improvement.
• Develop compelling reports and presentations to communicate program progress and impact to stakeholders and donors.
• Identify emerging health needs and trends within the target communities and adapt program strategies accordingly.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to program staff and volunteers.
• Represent the organization at relevant forums and events within Port Elizabeth and the wider Eastern Cape.
• Ensure all program activities are aligned with ethical guidelines and organizational values.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Monitoring & evaluation

Proposal writing

Report generation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to improving public health outcomes in underserved communities, is seeking a visionary Social Impact Program Lead. This critical role, based within the Eastern Cape region, will be responsible for spearheading the development and implementation of impactful health initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and communities, fostering sustainable health improvements. We are offering a Hybrid work arrangement to facilitate effective program delivery and team collaboration. The focus will be on innovative solutions and evidence-based practices to drive meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and execution of comprehensive public health programs in collaboration with community partners.
• Manage program budgets, timelines, and resources effectively to ensure successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local health authorities, NGOs, community leaders, and beneficiaries.
• Oversee program monitoring and evaluation, ensuring data is collected, analyzed, and used for program improvement.
• Develop compelling reports and presentations to communicate program progress and impact to stakeholders and donors.
• Identify emerging health needs and trends within the target communities and adapt program strategies accordingly.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to program staff and volunteers.
• Represent the organization at relevant forums and events within Port Elizabeth and the wider Eastern Cape.
• Ensure all program activities are aligned with ethical guidelines and organizational values.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Social Work, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in managing public health or social impact programs, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Proven track record of successful program implementation and demonstrable impact.
• Strong understanding of community health principles and practices in the South African context.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in program monitoring and evaluation methodologies.
• Strong proposal writing and report generation capabilities.
• Experience working with diverse communities in Port Elizabeth or similar settings is advantageous.
• Fluency in English and relevant local languages is a plus.

Benefits

• An attractive annual salary of ZAR.
• Contribution towards medical aid and a provident fund.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment focused on positive social change.
• The chance to lead impactful health initiatives in the vibrant region of the Eastern Cape.
• Flexible Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance.