Youth Development Programme Lead – Tembisa

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Professional development

Travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Programme Manager for a prominent youth development charity in Gauteng. You will lead strategic planning, design innovative programs, and drive impact across education, employment, and well-being for youth in Tembisa.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in programme management with leadership experience, strong stakeholder engagement, and a passion for social justice. The role requires collaboration with schools, NGOs, and government partners to deliver measurable

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Sciences or related field.
• 5+ years in programme management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within youth development.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate complex programmes.
• Strong understanding of youth development and Gauteng socio-economic context.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in proposal writing and reporting.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and management of all youth development programmes in Tembisa.
• Oversee programme budgets, ensuring financial accountability and efficient resource allocation.
• Monitor and evaluate programme effectiveness, making data-driven adjustments to enhance impact.
• Build partnerships with local schools, community organisations, government agencies, and stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor programme staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Develop proposals and reports for donors and stakeholders, securing funding.
• Ensure programmes are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to youth needs.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Monitoring & evaluation

Stakeholder engagement

Proposal writing

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master's degree in Social Sciences or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Programme Manager for a prominent youth development charity in Gauteng. You will lead strategic planning, design innovative programs, and drive impact across education, employment, and well-being for youth in Tembisa.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in programme management with leadership experience, strong stakeholder engagement, and a passion for social justice. The role requires collaboration with schools, NGOs, and government partners to deliver measurable