Strategic Community Programs Lead (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance + retirement

Professional growth

Meaningful impact

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Community Program Manager to lead impactful initiatives addressing local needs and fostering social well-being. You will oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of community programs, manage a team, and cultivate partnerships with stakeholders.

The role blends fieldwork with essential office duties, requires a Master’s degree and at least five years of progressive leadership in the sector.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Community Development, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in community program management with leadership.
• Proven track record in program design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong understanding of community needs in Stellenbosch.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with budget management and fundraising is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for community programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage program budgets, resources, and operational activities.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise program staff to build a high-performance team.
• Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders and partners.
• Oversee program monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven reporting.
• Identify funding opportunities and contribute to grant writing and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Fundraising

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Community Development, or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Community Program Manager to lead impactful initiatives addressing local needs and fostering social well-being. You will oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of community programs, manage a team, and cultivate partnerships with stakeholders.

The role blends fieldwork with essential office duties, requires a Master’s degree and at least five years of progressive leadership in the sector.