Manager : Programme and Monitoring and Evaluation, Johannesburg North
Project Management
JHB North, Johannesburg - Gauteng
Manager : Programme and Monitoring and Evaluation
Johannesburg North
Reports to the Managing Director
Role Overview
Seeking a Programme and M&E Manager to lead the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes that strengthen the financial resilience of women-owned ECD businesses.
This is a key leadership role that blends strategic thinking, programme management, and data-driven insight, with a strong focus on learning, adaptation, and advocacy. The successful candidate will bring both analytical and people-oriented skills to ensure that interventions are impactful, measurable, and scalable.
Responsibilities
Program Design & Implementation
- Lead the design and execution of behaviour change programs that drive sustained impact for women-owned ECD businesses.
- Collaborate with product owners to integrate and optimize behaviour change elements within their respective verticals.
- Own and manage specific product verticals end-to-end, including strategy, implementation, and monitoring.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)
Design and implement a robust Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning framework aligned with the organizations goals of impact, scalability, and resilience.Develop and track indicators measuring enterprise growth, financial resilience, and womens empowerment outcomes.Oversee data collection processes from participating ECD enterprises, training sessions, and financial literacy rollouts.Analyse both qualitative and quantitative data to generate actionable insights and learning.Produce data-driven reports and dashboards to inform strategy, operations, and advocacy.Lead periodic impact assessments (baseline, midline, endline) to evaluate programme effectiveness and ROI.Facilitate internal learning sessions to review progress, surface lessons, and support adaptive management.Build M&E capacity within the team, ensuring consistent use of tools, templates, and systems.Team Leadership & Mentorship
Manage, mentor, and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performing, inclusive, and motivated team culture.Build the capacity of the team through training and professional development opportunities.Executive Support
Support the Managing Director with funder management, including relationship building, proposal writing, and reporting.Contribute to the development of funding proposals and ensure timely, high-quality submissions.Prepare detailed and insightful reports for board meetings and other key stakeholders.Play an active role in fostering a positive organizational culture and overseeing HR-related processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and team development.Collaborate with the leadership team to manage office operations and ensure the organization functions efficiently across all departments.Qualifications and Experience Required :
Bachelors degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Development Studies, or a related field (Postgraduate qualification advantageous).35 years experience in programme management, strategy, and M&E within the social impact or development sector.Proven experience managing teams and working cross-functionally.Familiarity with M&E frameworks and using data for decision-making and advocacyStrong analytical skills and confidence working with data and insightsExceptional communication skills with experience tailoring messages for diverse audiences.Demonstrated experience in team leadership, mentorship, and capacity building.Preferred Skills and Attributes :
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BIProficiency in communications software & tools.Experience working with township or rural communities in South Africa or similar contexts.Passionate about social change, womens economic empowerment, and community development.Knowledge of the ECD or financial inclusion sectors.Please Note : Should you not receive feedback within 3 months, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
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