Social Impact Program Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Social Impact Program Officer to help design, implement, and monitor education-focused initiatives in Port Elizabeth. The role blends research, partnership development with schools and community organizations, and program delivery.

This hybrid position enables collaboration with the team while offering remote work flexibility. You will manage budgets, collect data, report outcomes, and contribute to educational equity and social impact in the region.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in program management in education or social impact.
• Ability to design, implement, and evaluate social programs.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management with budgeting and timelines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement, esp. with Port Elizabeth.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Public Admin or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new program initiatives focused on educational advancement in Port Elizabeth.
• Conduct research and needs assessments to identify key challenges and opportunities in the education sector.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with schools, educational institutions, and community partners.
• Manage program budgets and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Monitor program progress, collect data, and evaluate outcomes against set objectives.
• Prepare regular reports for stakeholders, detailing program activities, achievements, and recommendations.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for program participants and partners.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for program expansion and sustainability.
• Stay abreast of best practices and innovations in the field of social impact and education.

Skills

Research

Analytical

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Education or related field

Master's in Education/Social Sciences/Public Admin

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking foundation dedicated to promoting educational equity in Port Elizabeth, is seeking a motivated Social Impact Program Officer. This role is integral to the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs designed to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged youth. You will be responsible for conducting research, building partnerships with schools and community organizations, and ensuring the effective delivery of program initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a passion for education, and a proven ability to manage complex projects. This hybrid position allows for collaboration with the team in Port Elizabeth while offering the flexibility of remote work. You will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to meaningful social change and shape the future of education in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement new program initiatives focused on educational advancement in Port Elizabeth.


• Conduct research and needs assessments to identify key challenges and opportunities in the education sector.


• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with schools, educational institutions, and community partners.


• Manage program budgets and ensure efficient allocation of resources.


• Monitor program progress, collect data, and evaluate outcomes against set objectives.


• Prepare regular reports for stakeholders, detailing program activities, achievements, and recommendations.


• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for program participants and partners.


• Identify and pursue opportunities for program expansion and sustainability.


• Stay abreast of best practices and innovations in the field of social impact and education.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in program management, preferably within the education or social impact sector.


• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and evaluate social programs.


• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent project management capabilities, with experience managing budgets and timelines.


• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders in Port Elizabeth.


• Proficiency in data collection and reporting tools.


• Experience working with schools and community-based organizations is highly desirable.


• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.


• Commitment to promoting educational equity and social justice.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.


• Opportunity to drive impactful social change in the education sector of Port Elizabeth.


• Hybrid work arrangement for enhanced work-life balance.


• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.


• Professional development and training opportunities.