Social Program Officer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 client seeks a Social Program Officer in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal to plan, implement, monitor, and adapt community programs. The role blends field engagement with remote work under a Hybrid arrangement, focusing on delivering tangible social impact.

You will collaborate with community members, authorities, and partners to build robust programs, manage budgets, and report progress while traveling within the Richards Bay area as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Administration, or related field.
• At least 4 years of progressive program management experience in non-profit or development sector.
• Proven experience in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation (M&E).
• Strong understanding of social issues relevant to Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and data management tools.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Willingness to travel within the Richards Bay area for program activities.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of assigned social programs.
• Develop program strategies, work plans, and budgets with program managers.
• Monitor activities, collect data, and evaluate outcomes.
• Facilitate community consultations and needs assessments.
• Build relationships with community stakeholders, local government, and partners.
• Prepare progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with policies, donor requirements, and legal frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and resource mobilization.
• Provide technical support and guidance to staff and partners.
• Represent the organization at community forums and workshops.

Skills

Project planning

M&E (monitoring)

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences/Community Development/Public Admin

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a mission-driven organization committed to social upliftment in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**, is seeking a dedicated Social Program Officer. This role is essential for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of various social programs aimed at improving community well-being and addressing local challenges. The successful candidate will work closely with community members, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure program effectiveness and sustainability. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual passionate about making a tangible difference in the **Richards Bay** area. The **Hybrid** work arrangement allows for flexibility, blending essential field engagement with the convenience of remote work, ensuring optimal program delivery and personal work-life balance. We are looking for a proactive individual eager to contribute their skills to meaningful social change.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned social programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop program strategies, work plans, and budgets in collaboration with program managers.
• Monitor program activities, collect data, and evaluate outcomes to assess impact and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate community consultations and needs assessments to inform program design and adaptation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders, beneficiaries, local government, and partner organizations.
• Prepare regular progress reports, including narrative and financial components, for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and relevant legal frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and resource mobilization.
• Provide technical support and guidance to program staff and partners.
• Represent our client at relevant community forums, meetings, and workshops.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of progressive experience in program management or implementation within the non-profit or development sector.
• Proven experience in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation (M&E).
• Strong understanding of social issues relevant to **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with data management tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Willingness to travel within the **Richards Bay** area for program activities.
• Commitment to the mission and values of our client.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. This role provides a rewarding career path with opportunities for professional development and advancement. The **Hybrid** work model offers a flexible approach, combining valuable fieldwork with the efficiency of remote work, promoting a sustainable work-life integration. You will be part of a dedicated team making a significant positive impact in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**. Join us and contribute to meaningful social change in your community.