"Programme Manager-Special Projects (AD07) 3 year fixed term contract"

Job: IRC105796

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Job title Programme Manager-Special Projects (AD07) 3 year fixed term contract

Location Johannesburg, ZA

Organization name African Philanthropy Centre

Department description

The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) at Wits Business School is a leading research centre that advances knowledge on African philanthropy and social investment and is committed to developing a new generation of African researchers, academics, and experts through its academic programmes, research, publications, convenings, and other initiatives.

CAPSI seeks to appoint a programme manager for special projects responsible for the strategic and operational management of CAPSI’s flagship and innovation-driven projects, including the Conversations on African Philanthropy Podcast, the Kisima Giving Platform, and the Annual African Philanthropy Conference (APC). The role entails leading programme design, implementation, partnership management, and innovation across these and other emerging initiatives/projects.

The successful candidate will ensure alignment with CAPSI’s strategic objectives, promote visibility and impact across Africa, and cultivate cross-sector partnerships to position CAPSI as a continental thought leader in African philanthropy and social investment. This role requires strong leadership, communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

This position has an attractive remuneration package and conditions of service. The post is a fixed-term, three-year grant-funded position. Renewal is possible, subject to performance and funding.

Brief description

Job requirements:

· Master’s degree in Development Studies, Media and Communication, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field.

· Minimum 3 years’ experience in programme or project management, preferably within academic, development, or philanthropic sector.

· Demonstrated experience managing multi-stakeholder partnerships, large-scale convenings, or digital/social impact platforms.

· Experience in digital content strategy, event management, or donor-funded programme administration.

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How to apply

Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/”Apply for a job”.

External applicants are invited to apply by registering your profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za

and submitting your application.

To apply please submit:

1. A covering letter motivating why you have the necessary qualifications, skills and experience for this position as well as the names and contact details of 2 referees;
2. A detailed CV;
3. Certified copies of degrees/diploma.

Closing date: 27 February 2026

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.