Strategic Programme Manager -Social Economic Impact Organisation
Helen Wilson Recruitment · Sandton, Gauteng
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Contract Type: 2 Year contract, on-site (Sandton)
Role Purpose
The Programme Manager plays a pivotal role in driving enterprise-wide strategic initiatives by:
1. aligning programmes with organizational priorities,
2. leading high-performing cross-functional teams,
3. and building trusted relationships with key stakeholders. Through strong governance, proactive stakeholder management, disciplined programme delivery, and a focus on measurable outcomes, the Programme Manager enables the organization to achieve sustainable business growth, operational excellence, and long-term strategic success.
Qualifications & Experience
Candidates must have current or RECENT experience working in Youth Development or Youth Employment/Labour initiatives
Completed bachelor’s degree, inBusiness Administration, Project Management, Finance, Engineering, Information Systems, Public Administration, or a related discipline
Minimum of 7 years' experience managing large-scale programmes or complex projects focused on, youth development/employment, education, economic inclusion, entrepreneurship, or other large-scale social impact initiatives. Southern African experience is essential. (Namibia, Zim, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana, Lesotho)
Demonstrated success in programme planning, delivery, budget management, and benefits realization.
Strong governance, risk and financial management experience.
Experience managing multiple stakeholders (Exec Level) across diverse business functions and external organizations including corporate partners, government, NGOs or donor-funded initiatives.
Proven experience leading cross-functional and enterprise-wide initiatives.
Experience working within matrix organizations and global environments is advantageous
Professional certification such as PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, MSP, Agile, or Scrum Master is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
•Develop and implement program strategies that align with organizational goals and objectives.
•Plan and design programs, including defining governance arrangements, ensuring effective quality assurance, and managing program budgets.
•Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including project managers, to achieve program objectives.
•Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies that could impact the program.
•Manage stakeholder relationships, including communication, expectation management, and conflict resolution.
•Monitor and control program progress, including tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying and addressing deviations from plan, and taking corrective action as needed.
•Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
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