Social Inclusion Lead — Hybrid, Community Impact

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a visionary Social Inclusion Program Manager to lead initiatives promoting inclusion and empowerment for marginalized groups. You will drive strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and effective service delivery to foster social equity.

The role requires a postgraduate qualification in Social Sciences or related fields, at least 5 years in program management, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of program management experience focusing on social inclusion or community development.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of social justice issues affecting marginalized communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for social inclusion programs in the Upington area.
• Manage all aspects of program implementation, including budgeting, resource allocation, and staff supervision.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct needs assessments and research to identify barriers to social inclusion and opportunities for intervention.
• Design and deliver innovative programs that support marginalized individuals and groups.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, ensuring desired outcomes and reporting on impact.
• Represent the organization in community forums and advocacy efforts.
• Foster a culture of inclusivity and diversity within program activities.
• Stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in social inclusion and community development.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Social Sciences or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Reporting systems

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a visionary Social Inclusion Program Manager to lead initiatives promoting inclusion and empowerment for marginalized groups. You will drive strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and effective service delivery to foster social equity.

The role requires a postgraduate qualification in Social Sciences or related fields, at least 5 years in program management, and proven leadership.