Remote Program Manager - Social Services
Vereeniging, 1904, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-26
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Management
Project & Program Management, General Management -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to lead their social services initiatives in a fully remote capacity. This leadership role involves overseeing the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of various community support programs designed to address critical social needs. You will manage budgets, lead a distributed team of professionals, and foster partnerships with external organizations to maximize program impact and reach.
This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned leader in the social services sector to drive meaningful change and operational excellence from anywhere, contributing to impactful projects within a flexible and innovative work environment. The focus is on leveraging technology and best practices for effective remote program delivery.
- Develop and execute strategic plans for social service programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Manage program budgets, resources, and operational activities to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a remote team of program staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
- Oversee program monitoring and evaluation, collecting data to assess impact and drive continuous improvement.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including funders, government agencies, and community partners.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and ethical standards in program delivery.
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Non-profit Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in program management within the social services or non-profit sector.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex programs, budgets, and teams.
- Strong leadership, strategic planning, and organizational development skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience with remote team management, project management software, and data analysis tools.
- Highly competitive annual salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
- Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and global work opportunities.
- Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- Contribution to impactful social programs with a tangible community benefit.
- A supportive and forward-thinking organizational culture that values innovation and impact.
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