Social Investing Senior Project Manager Apply at FirstRand Corporate Centre

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 Studies

Experience 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 level 

Competencies:

• Strategic project management
• Sector knowledge in education and GBVF
• Research and analytical skills
• Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
• Monitoring and evaluation
• Innovation and ideation
• Team collaboration and enablement