Youth Development Lead - Hybrid (Benoni)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Opportunity to lead youth initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a passionate Youth Development Program Manager to lead initiatives in Benoni, Gauteng. The role involves designing, implementing, and overseeing programs that empower young people, enhance life skills and employability, and foster personal growth.

The candidate will collaborate with schools, community centres, government agencies, and NGOs, delivering workshops on leadership, career readiness, and civic engagement.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Community Development, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive youth development programs.
• Manage program budgets, resources, and staff effectively.
• Oversee program activities, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and youth needs.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with schools, community centres, government agencies, and NGOs.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for youth on leadership, life skills, career readiness, and civic engagement.
• Monitor program progress, collect data, and evaluate outcomes to ensure effectiveness and impact.
• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff and volunteers.
• Advocate for the needs and rights of young people within the community.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all program participants.
• Prepare regular reports on program activities, achievements, and challenges.

Job description

Placements24 seeks a passionate Youth Development Program Manager to lead initiatives in Benoni, Gauteng. The role involves designing, implementing, and overseeing programs that empower young people, enhance life skills and employability, and foster personal growth.

The candidate will collaborate with schools, community centres, government agencies, and NGOs, delivering workshops on leadership, career readiness, and civic engagement.