Youth Empowerment Programs Lead | Non-Profit Impact

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid plan

Retirement fund

Professional growth opportunities

Leadership development

Travel within the province

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead youth empowerment and skills development initiatives in the North West province. You will oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of multiple programs, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and community needs.

You will manage program staff, budgets, and strategic partnerships, write grant proposals, and monitor outcomes to drive lasting social impact for the Rustenburg youth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Business Admin, or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of progressive program management experience in non-profit.
• Proven ability to manage complex programs and budgets.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent strategic planning and organizational abilities.
• Experience with grant writing, fundraising, and donor relations.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with monitoring and evaluation methodologies.
• Familiarity with Rustenburg and North West province context.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifecycle of non-profit programs from concept to evaluation.
• Develop and manage program budgets.
• Lead and mentor program staff.
• Establish strategic partnerships with stakeholders.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Ensure activities align with organizational goals and mission.
• Write grant proposals and reports to secure funding.
• Organize workshops and community engagement events.
• Manage program risks and mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated on best practices in youth development and non-profit management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Grant writing

Communication

Monitoring & evaluation

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead youth empowerment and skills development initiatives in the North West province. You will oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of multiple programs, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and community needs.

You will manage program staff, budgets, and strategic partnerships, write grant proposals, and monitor outcomes to drive lasting social impact for the Rustenburg youth.