Youth Development Officer - Remote

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Youth Development Officer to design and deliver engaging online programs for young people across South Africa. This fully remote role focuses on guiding personal growth, skill development, and educational outcomes through digital platforms.

You will mentor youths, facilitate leadership and life-skills workshops, and connect participants with resources and networks. Strong communication and digital literacy are essential for success in a remote team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Youth Development, Social Work, Education, or a related field.
• Experience in youth work, mentoring, or program coordination.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and digital literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage online youth development programs and activities.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to youths to set and achieve personal/educational goals.
• Facilitate workshops on leadership, life skills, and career readiness.
• Connect youth with resources, opportunities, and networks relevant to development.
• Monitor engagement and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to enhance outreach and support services.

Skills

Mentorship

Communication

Digital literacy

Facilitation

Remote work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Youth Development / Social Work / Education)

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Learning management systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and inspiring Youth Development Officer to join their fully remote team. This role is dedicated to empowering young people by providing guidance, support, and opportunities for personal growth and skill development. You will design and implement engaging programs and initiatives, primarily through digital platforms, to foster positive youth outcomes. This is a significant opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people from anywhere in South Africa , contributing to their future success and well-being within a supportive and innovative remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage youth development programs and activities, primarily online.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to young people, helping them set and achieve personal and educational goals.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on topics such as leadership, life skills, and career readiness.
• Connect youth with resources, opportunities, and networks relevant to their development.
• Monitor participant engagement and program effectiveness, collecting feedback for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to enhance youth outreach and support services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Youth Development, Social Work, Education, or a related field.
• Previous experience in youth work, mentoring, or program coordination.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and the challenges faced by young people.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and digital literacy skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage projects remotely, and foster positive relationships with youth online.
• Proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools and educational platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
• A supportive and mission-driven virtual team environment.
• The satisfaction of making a tangible impact on youth empowerment and development.