Youth Empowerment Program Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 420.000 - 620.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Travel allowance

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Program Manager to lead youth empowerment initiatives in Durban. The role blends remote and on-site engagement, requiring strategic leadership and strong program development, implementation and evaluation skills in the social impact sector.

The ideal candidate will guide curriculum design, manage budgets, build partnerships with schools and community organizations, and mentor staff and volunteers to deliver measurable outcomes for local youth.

Formación

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years in program management within youth development or similar.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating social programs.
• Strong understanding of youth development principles.
• Excellent leadership, team management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid Durban-based environment.
• Budgeting, financial management and grant reporting experience.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive youth empowerment programs.
• Oversee program budgets and resource allocation.
• Engage with community stakeholders, schools and partner organizations in Durban.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage program staff and volunteers.
• Monitor progress, collect data, and evaluate impact.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management, donors and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and funding requirements.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, training sessions and events.
• Represent the organization at community meetings and external events.
• Advocate for the needs and voices of youth served by the programs.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Communication

Report writing

Educación

Master's degree

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Program Manager to lead youth empowerment initiatives in Durban. The role blends remote and on-site engagement, requiring strategic leadership and strong program development, implementation and evaluation skills in the social impact sector.

The ideal candidate will guide curriculum design, manage budgets, build partnerships with schools and community organizations, and mentor staff and volunteers to deliver measurable outcomes for local youth.