Programs Manager

A great opportunity exists with a long-standing non-profit organisation for a programme manager. This position is based in Cape Town (Philippi) and reports to the Director. If you are very meticulous, innovative, customer-orientated, a fast learner and professional, this position is for you!

The successful candidate should be able to perform the following as required and or allocated to you by the Director and/or work requirements. 

Job responsibilities:

• Programmes Management 
• Operational Management 
• Staff Management
• Institutional Management
• New institutional applications
• Programme Duties
• Research Management 
• Assess, analyse and Act on Data to mitigate organisational risk. 
• Compiling of a monthly Board Report. 
• Liaising with Key Stakeholders

Core Competencies: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-confident
• Present and facilitate workshops.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure, and effectively set priorities
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to changing work requirements and situations
• Performance orientated – possess initiative, enthusiasm and self-motivation to make things happen and get things done, self-starter working well with limited supervision
• Willingness to work after hours
• Excellent work ethic
• Emotional intelligence including the ability to be empathetic, sensitive and understanding
• Ability to listen and create an environment of trust
• Ability to coach and mentor

Minimum requirements

• A degree in Social Science or similar will be an advantage. 
• Minimum 5 - 10 years experience in the field
• Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills)
• Valid Code 8 Driver’s License
• Must be willing to travel to all the different areas.  
• Must be well presented, professional and have excellent communication skills.
• Must have managed staff
• Salesforce knowledge and experience are beneficial.

Employment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.  

Only Applicants considered for the role will be contacted.  

Closing date: 30 November 2024  

Should you wish to apply, please forward a copy of your CV with 3 contactable references as well as a cover letter to  recruitment@psfa.org.za  

If you do not hear back from us within two weeks, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

The remuneration package is competitive.