Lesaka empowers underserviced Southern African consumers and merchants to fulfil their potential by delivering innovative financial services and other business services focussed on their specific needs.
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for driving digital adoption within the community through hands-on engagement. This includes community mobilisation, digital and financial literacy training, merchant onboarding, stakeholder coordination, and operational execution.
This role is ideal for someone who understands rural and semi-rural community dynamics, enjoys working in the field, and is motivated by creating meaningful impact through financial inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee all project activities in Hluvukani.
Lead community outreach initiatives, awareness campaigns, and digital and financial literacy sessions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, Tribal Authorities, NGOs, and local merchants.
Support consumer enrolment, activation, and adoption of digital transactions.
Facilitate merchant onboarding and support businesses in transitioning to digital payment solutions.
Manage field logistics, team coordination, reporting, and project data collection.
Provide weekly progress updates, insights, and dashboards to project leadership.
Minimum Requirements
Diploma or Degree in Project Management, Community Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
1–2 years’ experience in project coordination, community development, or field-based operations.
Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Willingness and ability to travel within the Bushbuckridge area.
Valid Code B driver’s licence.
Fluency in Xitsonga (advantageous) to support effective community engagement.
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