Social Program Developer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional develop

Hybrid role with Upington community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Social Program Developer to design, implement and evaluate innovative community programs in Upington and the broader Northern Cape. The role emphasizes poverty reduction, skills training and basic service provision, with collaboration across local stakeholders and government bodies.

You will lead program design, manage pilots and monitor outcomes, while building strong partnerships and ensuring sustainable impact in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program design, development and management in non-profit sectors.
• Experience conducting needs assessments and developing evidence-based strategies.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership building.
• Understanding of rural Northern Cape socio-economic context is desirable.
• Proficiency with project management tools and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong organizational skills.
• A deep commitment to social justice and community empowerment.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new social programs based on community needs assessments.
• Conduct research to identify emerging social issues and best practices.
• Develop program proposals with objectives, methodologies, budgets and timelines.
• Oversee pilot implementations and scale successful initiatives.
• Monitor progress, collect data, and evaluate outcomes against goals.
• Build partnerships with community leaders, NGOs and government bodies.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations and workshops for buy-in.
• Prepare reports on program development, implementation and impact.
• Manage program budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Stay updated on social development policies and funding opportunities.

Skills

Needs assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in Social Sciences / Development Studies

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading charity organization committed to addressing socio-economic challenges in rural **Northern Cape**, is seeking a creative and strategic Social Program Developer. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and evaluating innovative programs that uplift communities, focusing on areas such as poverty reduction, skills training, and basic service provision. The successful candidate will work closely with local stakeholders, government agencies, and community members in **Upington** and surrounding areas to ensure programs are relevant, sustainable, and impactful. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual passionate about driving positive social change in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new social programs and initiatives based on community needs assessments.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to identify emerging social issues and best practices.
• Develop detailed program proposals, including objectives, methodologies, budgets, and timelines.
• Oversee the implementation of pilot programs and scale successful initiatives.
• Monitor program progress, collect data, and evaluate outcomes against set goals.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community leaders, NGOs, and government bodies.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations and workshops to ensure program relevance and buy-in.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on program development, implementation, and impact.
• Manage program budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Stay updated on relevant social development policies and funding opportunities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program design, development, and management, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Proven ability to conduct needs assessments and develop evidence-based program strategies.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership building.
• Understanding of the socio-economic context of rural **Northern Cape** is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong organizational skills.
• A deep commitment to social justice and community empowerment.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive benefits package
• opportunities for professional development
• This hybrid role provides flexibility, allowing you to contribute effectively to the **Upington** community and the broader **Northern Cape** region.
• You will have the chance to shape impactful programs and make a significant difference in the lives of many.
• Join a dedicated team committed to sustainable development and social upliftment.