Social Impact Project Manager

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Professional development and training

Mission-focused work environment

Community development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a strategic and results-driven Social Impact Project Manager to lead key initiatives delivering measurable social change across the Northern Cape.

You will oversee project lifecycles, manage budgets and resources, coordinate teams, report outcomes to stakeholders, and drive timely completion within scope. The role demands strong leadership, experience in non-profit or social sectors, and familiarity with Agile or Waterfall methodologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the non-profit or social sector.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Experience in measuring and reporting on social impact.
• Relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of social impact projects, from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead and motivate project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective communication.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects deliver measurable social impact and meet organizational goals.
• Report on project status, outcomes, and lessons learned to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Agile

Waterfall

Social impact measurement

Education

PMP Certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and results-driven Social Impact Project Manager to lead key initiatives in Upington . This role is essential for the successful planning, execution, and completion of projects aimed at creating significant positive social change. You will be responsible for overseeing project lifecycles, managing resources, coordinating teams, and ensuring that projects meet their objectives on time and within budget. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of project management methodologies, and a passion for driving social good.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of social impact projects, from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead and motivate project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective communication.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects deliver measurable social impact and meet organizational goals.
• Report on project status, outcomes, and lessons learned to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager , particularly in the non-profit or social sector.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Experience in measuring and reporting on social impact .
• Relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• The opportunity to manage high-impact projects in the Northern Cape region.
• Professional development and training in project management.
• A supportive and mission-focused work environment.
• Contribution to meaningful community development initiatives.