Job title : Social Investing Senior Project Manager Apply
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : October 17, 2025
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you someone who can :
Ideation and Design
Conduct and apply research to inform project design and enablement.Identify and pilot innovative approaches to education and GBVF challenges.Project Planning & Execution
Develop detailed project plans and budgets aligned to strategic programme goals.Manage implementation of education and GBVF projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment and accountability.Sector-Specific Programme Development
Design and implement initiatives that address systemic challenges in Basic Education (e.g., literacy, teacher development, infrastructure).Support access, retention, and success in Higher Education, including bursary programmes, academic support, and institutional partnerships.Lead targeted GBVF interventions, including prevention, response, and survivor support programmes.Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strategic relationships with government departments, universities, NGOs, and community organisations.Facilitate collaborative platforms and multi-stakeholder dialogues.Represent the Foundation in sectoral forums and working groups.Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
Develop and implement MEL frameworks for all projects.Track performance indicators and compile impact reports.Integrate learning into project refinement and scaling strategies.Qualifications & Experience :
Minimum Qualification : Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Development Studies, or related field.Preferred : Postgraduate qualification in Education Policy, Gender StudiesExperience Level :
5–8 years in development, philanthropy, or education sectors.Proven experience in managing projects in Basic Education, Higher Education, and GBVF.At least 2–3 years in a management or leadership role.We can be a match if you have :
5 to 8 years’ experience in a similar environment, of which 2 to 3 years ideally at management levelCompetencies :
Strategic project managementSector knowledge in education and GBVFResearch and analytical skillsStakeholder engagement and advocacyMonitoring and evaluationInnovation and ideationTeam collaboration and enablementAdministrative / Management jobs