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EXECUTIVE VACANCIES

See all our executive job listings

We have expanded our recruitment services to include tailored, focused search solutions for executive-level vacancies. Our specialized team is experienced in casting a wide net to identify and attract exceptional leaders who can drive meaningful impact and growth. 

To apply email your CV, a motivation letter, and a completed biosummary form to the 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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Director of Programs

ONE

The Director of Programs will mobilise and build durable civic infrastructure that translates awareness into structured, measurable, collective action.

Nigeria (Abuja) or Kenya
Closing Date:
9 March 2026
Categories:
Director, Programs, Systems, Partnerships
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People and Culture Director

Greenpeace Africa

The People and Culture Director will be responsible for conceptualising, initiating, planning, directing, implementing and managing the staff and organisational development strategies of GPAF.

South Africa, Cameroon, Senegal, DR Congo or Kenya
Closing Date:
9 March 2026
Categories:
Executive, Human Resources, Governance, Leadership
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Executive Director for Operations

AfrikaBurn

The EDO will be responsible for the functional operations of AfrikaBurn, the collective development and execution of strategy, and productive engagement with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
20 February 2026
Categories:
Director, Operations, Governance, Finance
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Head of Monitoring and Evaluation

MAMAS Alliance

The Head of Monitoring & Evaluation will strengthen impact measurement, learning, and data-informed decision-making across MAMAS Alliance.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
2 February 2026
Categories:
Monitoring, Evaluation, Leadership
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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
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Chief Executive Officer

The Palaeontological Scientific Trust – PAST

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
Closing Date:
15 March 2026
Categories:
CEO, Grant-Making, Governance, Fundraising
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Supervisory Board Member

Tiko

The Supervisory Board Member will join the governance structure as a Tiko Member and concurrently serve as a member of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC).

Remote
Closing Date:
27 February 2026
Categories:
Board Member, Governance, Non-executive
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Executive Director

The Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation

Reporting to the Board, the Executive Director will provide CSVR with strategic, operational, and public leadership.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
15 February 2026
Categories:
Director, Compliance, Governance
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Head of Sense Making, Data and Insights

SmartStart

The Head of Sense Making, Data and Insights will be responsible for heading the SDI department collaboratively with other departments for synergies across the Hub, the SmartStart network, and the entire ECD ecosystem.

Johannesburg, South Africa (hybrid)
Closing Date:
19 January 2026
Categories:
Data Management, MERL, Management
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Executive Director

The Siyazisiza Trust

The ED of Siyazisiza Trust will serve as the organization’s visionary leader, responsible for driving strategic growth, strengthening financial sustainability, and expanding impact across rural communities.

Mtunzini, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Closing Date:
10 October 2025
Categories:
Leadership, Agriculture
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