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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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School Engagement Officer

Columba Leadership

The successful candidate will be responsible for the school-based engagements, be able to work as a thinking partner to the school stakeholders and play a key role in monitoring progress, evaluating results and reporting on the projects.

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
Closing Date:
14 September 2026
Categories:
Education, Stakeholder Engagement, Monitoring and Evaluation
Status:
Open
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Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

International IDEA

The incumbent will provide technical leadership and assistance, particularly in relation to monitoring, evaluation and reporting, facilitating coordination between International IDEA’s regional office, HQ and the donor.

Abuja, Nigeria
Closing Date:
3 September 2026
Categories:
Monitoring and Evaluation, GBV, EU Funded
Status:
Open
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Director

A women-led non-profit that focuses on supporting women and children survivors of abuse

The organisation is seeking to appoint a director, a purpose-driven, strategic leader who will guide the organisation into its next phase of impact, sustainability, and growth.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
20 August 2026
Categories:
Director, Social Justice, GBV
Status:
Closed
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Sustainability and Advocacy Manager

Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary

EDS is seeking a passionate, strategic, and purpose-driven Sustainability and Advocacy Manager to lead and grow the Sanctuary's advocacy, fundraising, visitor experience, communications and public engagement initiatives.

McGregor, Western Cape
Closing Date:
31 August 2026
Categories:
Advocacy, Fundraising, Animal Welfare
Status:
Open
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Head of Programmes

MAMAS Alliance

The HoP plays a pivotal role within the KFM Management Team, contributing to the strategic direction and organisational health and culture of the whole organisation, not only the programmes function.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
17 August 2026
Categories:
Programme Management, Executive, Strategic Leadership
Status:
Interviewing
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Human Resources Manager

Centre for Environmental Rights

The Human Resources Manager is a strategic leadership position responsible for driving the organisation’s people strategy, culture, and organisational development agenda.

Cape Town or Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
31 July 2026
Categories:
Human Resources, Strategic Leadership, Organisational Development
Status:
Closed
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Consumer Body Representative - Board Member

Consumer Goods and Services Ombud (CGSO)

The Consumer Body Representative serves as a Non-Executive Board Member of the Consumer Goods and Services Ombud (CGSO), providing strategic oversight and governance while representing consumer interests.

South Africa
Closing Date:
10 July 2026
Categories:
Board Member, Consumer Rights
Status:
Closed
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Global Solar Connect Manager

Global Solar Council

The GSX Manager will support the development and implementation of a comprehensive capacity building program for national and regional associations with the aim of building a stronger advocacy network for solar + storage in every corner of the world.

Remote
Closing Date:
24 July 2026
Categories:
Energy Transition, Advocacy, Executive, Communications
Status:
Interviewing
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Economist / Researcher

Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies

The Economist/Researcher at Just Transition Labour Centre will undertake economic research and analysis that will inform policy development, industrial strategy and the just transition to a low-carbon economy.

Gauteng, Pretoria preferred
Closing Date:
17 June 2026
Categories:
Economist, Research, Policy, Just Transition
Status:
Interviewing
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Researcher / Legal Researcher

Equal Education Law Centre (EELC)

The Researcher will be responsible for conducting quantitative, qualitative, and desktop research on a range of topics related to ECD and basic education, including research to inform submissions on law and policy reform, and research to inform and support litigation and advocacy.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
12 June 2026
Categories:
Research, Legal, Social Justice
Status:
Interviewing
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Researcher – Fiscal Policy

The Institute for Economic Justice

The Researcher will undertake research and advocacy for realising rights through mobilising resources for fiscal justice in South Africa and the world.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
4 September 2026
Categories:
Research, Policy, Fiscal Justice, Advocacy
Status:
Open
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Senior Research and Advocacy Officer

African Centre for Biodiversity

The role requires someone who can move confidently among research, policy analysis, advocacy, communications, and alliance-building, and translate complex technical and political issues into clear, accessible, and strategic outputs for civil society, policymakers, funders, media, and affected communities.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
28 August 2026
Categories:
Research, Advocacy, Biodiversity, Agriculture
Status:
Interviewing
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Communications Specialist

Bertha Spaces

The Communications Specialist will strengthen Bertha Spaces' brand, grow their visibility, and tell compelling stories across multiple platforms.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
21 August 2026
Categories:
Communications, Public Relations, Copywriting
Status:
Closed
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Teacher / Montessori Guide

Sustainability Institute

The Lead Montessori Guide provides educational leadership across the Lynedoch Children's House, ensuring high-quality Montessori practice, strong developmental outcomes and consistency across both the 0–3 and 3–6 environments.

Stellenbosch, Cape Town
Closing Date:
11 August 2026
Categories:
Education, Mentorship, Strategic Leadership
Status:
Open
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Chief Executive Officer

North West Cricket

The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership to North West Cricket by implementing the strategic direction approved by the Board, ensuring sound corporate governance, financial sustainability, cricket excellence, and stakeholder confidence.

Potchefstroom, North West
Closing Date:
17 August 2026
Categories:
CEO, Strategic Leadership, Partnerships, Sport
Status:
Interviewing
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Fundraising Lead

Penreach

The Fundraising Lead plays a key role in driving the implementation of Penreach's fundraising and resource mobilisation activities.

South Africa, Remote
Closing Date:
10 July 2026
Categories:
Fundraising, Donor Management, Resource Mobilisation
Status:
Interviewing
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Director Clinical Services

Higher Health

The Director Clinical Services will provide strategic direction, leadership, and operational management focusing on leading clinical risk strategy, virtual care, managed care, financial sustainability and enhancing governance for Higher Health.

Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date:
3 July 2026
Categories:
Health, Director, Policy, Executive, Governance
Status:
Interviewing
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Managing Director

Grounded Media

The Managing Director will lead Grounded Media’s strategic direction, business growth, and operational performance, ensuring the organisation continues to deliver high-impact communications that drive meaningful social change.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
10 July 2026
Categories:
Director, Strategic Leadership, Business Development, Executive
Status:
Interviewing
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Chief Financial Officer

The Mandela Rhodes Foundation

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth, effective functioning of The Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF). As a custodian of the organisation’s financial health, governance systems, and operational infrastructure, the CFO assists in ensuring that the MRF remains sustainable, compliant, strategically resourced, and able to deliver on its mission.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
30 June 2026
Categories:
CFO, Executive, Finance
Status:
Interviewing
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