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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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.













