Strategic Program Director - Durban Social Impact

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual performance-based bonuses

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a strategic Program Director to oversee its social service initiatives. This senior role focuses on program development, staff leadership, and financial oversight to advance social justice and community impact.

You will lead planning, evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and ensure regulatory compliance to deliver lasting outcomes for KwaZulu-Natal communities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Non-profit Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of program management experience in social services or non-profit sector.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and financial management.
• Strong leadership, team-building and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in program evaluation and data-driven decision-making.
• Understanding of Durban area social issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, development, and execution of all social service programs.
• Oversee program budgets with financial accountability.
• Manage and mentor program staff to build a high-performing team.
• Monitor outcomes and impact; use data to drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.
• Build relationships with stakeholders, beneficiaries, partners, and funders.

Skills

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Leadership

Staff management

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Public Administration

Master's degree in Non-profit Management

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a strategic Program Director to oversee its social service initiatives. This senior role focuses on program development, staff leadership, and financial oversight to advance social justice and community impact.

You will lead planning, evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and ensure regulatory compliance to deliver lasting outcomes for KwaZulu-Natal communities.