Youth Development Officer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Competitive salary

Youth empowerment focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Youth Development Officer to design, implement, and oversee programmes that foster personal, social, and economic growth for young people in the Sandton area.

You will collaborate with youth, schools, NGOs, and local businesses, delivering life skills, education, employment readiness, and community engagement while operating in a flexible hybrid work environment.

Join a dynamic team committed to empowering youth and measuring impact to improve outcomes in Sandton.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Youth Development, Community Development, or a related field.
• Experience with youth programmes or youth development is preferred.
• Strong understanding of youth issues and developmental needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate youth programmes focused on life skills, education, employment readiness, and social engagement.
• Engage directly with youth to understand their needs, aspirations, and challenges.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, NGOs, and local businesses to create development opportunities.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, mentoring sessions, and recreational activities.
• Monitor and evaluate programme impact, reporting on outcomes and recommending improvements.
• Advocate for youth needs and represent the organization in community forums in the Sandton region.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences/Youth Development/Community Development

Tools

Office suite (MS Word/Excel)

Reporting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Youth Development Officer to join their team serving the Sandton area. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and overseeing programmes that foster the personal, social, and economic development of young people. You will work closely with youth, community organizations, and stakeholders to create opportunities for growth, learning, and positive engagement. This hybrid role allows for a blend of community-based work and remote administrative tasks, offering flexibility while ensuring vital youth support services are delivered effectively within a collaborative and supportive framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate youth programmes focused on life skills, education, employment readiness, and social engagement.
• Engage directly with youth to understand their needs, aspirations, and challenges.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, NGOs, and local businesses to create development opportunities.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, mentoring sessions, and recreational activities.
• Monitor and evaluate programme impact, reporting on outcomes and recommending improvements.
• Advocate for youth needs and represent the organization in community forums in the Sandton region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Youth Development, Community Development, or a related field.
• Previous experience working with youth programmes or in a youth development capacity.
• Strong understanding of youth issues, challenges, and developmental needs.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software for reporting and communication; comfortable with hybrid work structures.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development in youth work and programme management.
• A dynamic and supportive team culture dedicated to youth empowerment.
• Making a tangible difference in the lives of young people in Sandton .