Youth Mentor and Development Officer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Youth empowerment

Opportunities to shape programs

Flexible site/remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Youth Mentor and Development Officer to lead mentorship and development programs for young people in Centurion. You will guide, support, and empower youth to reach their potential through structured activities and educational initiatives.

This role involves collaborating with schools and community partners, designing and facilitating workshops on life skills and career exploration, and tracking progress with regular reports.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in mentorship, counseling, or education roles.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and youth challenges.
• Excellent facilitation and group management skills.
• Passion for empowering young people and fostering change.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement mentorship and youth development programs.
• Facilitate workshops on life skills, career exploration, and personal growth.
• Provide one-on-one mentoring and guidance to youth.
• Connect youth with educational opportunities, internships, and volunteer placements.
• Monitor progress and provide reports on program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with schools and community organizations to expand reach and impact.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Facilitation

Program planning

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an energetic and inspiring Youth Mentor and Development Officer to lead impactful programs for young people in the Centurion area. This role is dedicated to guiding, supporting, and empowering youth to achieve their full potential through structured mentorship, educational initiatives, and skills development. You will create a positive and safe environment where young individuals can explore their interests, build confidence, and prepare for future success. This is a chance to directly influence the lives of young people and contribute to building a stronger, more engaged future generation within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging mentorship and youth development programs.
• Facilitate workshops and activities focused on life skills, career exploration, and personal growth.
• Provide one-on-one mentoring to youth, offering guidance, encouragement, and support.
• Connect youth with educational opportunities, internships, and volunteer placements.
• Monitor participant progress and program effectiveness, providing regular feedback and reports.
• Collaborate with schools, community organizations, and stakeholders to enhance program reach and impact.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with youth in a mentorship, counseling, or educational capacity.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and common youth challenges.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and group management skills.
• Passion for empowering young people and fostering positive change.
• Ability to organize and manage program logistics effectively.
• Experience in curriculum development or program planning is advantageous for this Centurion role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Access to professional development workshops and training.
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment focused on youth empowerment.
• Opportunities to shape and grow impactful youth programs.
• Flexible working arrangements incorporating both site-based and remote elements.