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VACANCIES

See all our current available job listings

Browse our current vacancies below to find your next career opportunity in the nonprofit sector. 

To apply, email your CV, a motivation letter, and a completed biosummary form to the response handler’s address on the job advert.

If you are a new candidate please check out the candidates page to find out how to apply for a vacancy or register with Action Appointments. 

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Executive Director

The Community Just Transition Fund

The Executive Director will deliver on the organisation’s strategy and have the exciting opportunity to set up and staff the Fund.

Remote, South Africa
Closing Date:
18 January 2026
Categories:
Executive, Director, Leadership
Status:
Open
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Deputy Student Manager

Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa – CGISA

The Deputy Student Manager will support key student administration functions within the Institute.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
12 January 2026
Categories:
Education, Student Support, Administration
Status:
Open
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Finance Assistant

The Initiative for Social Performance in Renewable Energy – INSPIRE

Finance Assistant will support day-to-day accounting functions, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to effective financial oversight across projects.

Remote
Closing Date:
11 January 2026
Categories:
Finance, Administration, Coordination Support
Status:
Open
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Chief Executive Officer

PAST – The Palaeontological Scientific Trust

The CEO will take full responsibility for the successful and sustainable functioning of PAST, driving the vision and the mission of the organization at a strategic level.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
18 January 2026
Categories:
CEO, Governance, Fundraising
Status:
Open
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Financial Manager

Sayari Earth

The Financial Manager will lead Sayari Earth's financial operations in a dynamic, project-driven environment by establishing and optimizing a scalable financial control framework.

Mossel Bay, South Africa
Closing Date:
11 January 2026
Categories:
Finance, Compliance, Governance
Status:
Open
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Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer

Seriti Institute

The MEL Officer will strengthen evidence-based decision-making and support the effectiveness of Seriti Institute's initiatives.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
1 December 2025
Categories:
Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning
Status:
Open
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Academy Coordinator

MAMAS Alliance

The role involves managing event logistics, coordinating participant engagement, and supporting the Learning Lead in programme execution and feedback collection.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
19 November 2025
Categories:
Project Coordination, Logistics, Events Management
Status:
Interviewing
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Country Liaison Officer, Health Financing

ONE

The Country Liaison Officer will act as a bridge between ONE and high-level officials in the Ministries of Health, Finance, and other critical institutions.

Sierra Leone
Closing Date:
7 November 2025
Categories:
Liaison, Advocacy, Policy
Status:
Open
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Central Operations Hub Manager

Columba Leadership

Columba Leadership is looking to appoint a seasoned, dynamic, accomplished and passionate Central Operations Hub Manager to lead operations, drive impactful projects and strengthen stakeholder relationships with the Department of Education, partners and funders.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
10 November 2025
Categories:
Education, Operations, Management
Status:
Interviewing
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Data Systems, Quality & Governance Specialist

SmartStart

The Data Systems, Quality & Governance Specialist will play a central role in strengthening the organisation’s data systems and processes to support effective programme delivery.

Remote, South Africa
Closing Date:
7 November 2025
Categories:
Data Management, Governance, Research
Status:
Closed
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Training Manager

Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa – CGISA

The Training Manager will lead the development and delivery of CGISA's training programmes for members, students, and the broader public.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
12 January 2026
Categories:
Training Development, Research, Management
Status:
Open
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Assessment Manager

Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa – CGISA

The Assessment Manager will oversee and assure the quality of CGISA's examination and moderation processes.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
12 January 2026
Categories:
Quality Assurance, Education, Examination & Moderation
Status:
Open
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Governance & Operations Officer

The Initiative for Social Performance in Renewable Energy – INSPIRE

The Governance & Operations Officer will play a key role in strengthening the organisation’s governance systems, operational efficiency, and executive support functions.

Remote
Closing Date:
11 January 2026
Categories:
Operations, Board Admin, Executive Assistance
Status:
Open
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Human Resource Business Partner

ONE

The HRBP will drive the HR and Recruiting support in a consultative and strategic manner for ONE’s operations in Africa by providing expert advice, strategic and tactical support and implementation of HR initiatives.

Africa (preferred Abuja, Nigeria)
Closing Date:
2 January 2026
Categories:
Human Resources, Organisational Development, Employee Relations
Status:
Open
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Project Coordinator – Money In Politics

My Vote Counts

The Project Coordinator will play a key role in shaping MVC’s research and campaigns as South Africa enters a new phase of its democracy and in the lead-up to the crucial 2026 local government elections.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
18 January 2026
Categories:
Strategy, Campaigns, Advocacy, Research
Status:
Open
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Learning Lead

MAMAS Alliance

The role involves developing curricula, setting annual learning goals, and ensuring that all training content reflects the strengths and wisdom of the MAMAS community.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
19 November 2025
Categories:
Learning Design, Instructional Design, Material Development
Status:
Interviewing
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Senior Program Manager, Community Leadership & Advocacy

ONE

The Senior Program Manager will design, launch, and scale innovative community programs that empower young leaders, activists, journalists, and public servants across Africa.

Nigeria
Closing Date:
14 November 2025
Categories:
Advocacy, Program Management, Partnerships
Status:
Open
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Senior Manager, Communications & Influencer Management

ONE

The Senior Manager of Communications & Influencer Management will lead high-profile communications efforts across Africa, drive dynamic advocacy through creative storytelling and manage influencer and celebrity engagement.

Africa (Abuja, Nigeria preferred)
Closing Date:
11 November 2025
Categories:
Communications, Media Engagement, Partnerships
Status:
Closed
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Funder Relationship Manager

Columba Leadership

Columba Leadership is looking for a dedicated and experienced Funder Relationship Manager. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building and maintaining relationships with funders as well as experience in ensuring compliance with Funding Agreements.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
10 November 2025
Categories:
Donor Management, Compliance, CRM
Status:
Closed
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Senior Learning & Experiments Manager

SmartStart

The Senior Learning and Experiments Manager will lead SmartStart’s efforts to strengthen learning, adaptive management, and programme improvement through developmental evaluations and rapid experiments.

South Africa
Closing Date:
3 November 2025
Categories:
M&E, Learning, Data Management
Status:
Closed
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