About the Organisation
SGS Consulting is a company registered as a closed corporation and functions as a social enterprise based in Johannesburg, South Africa. SGS serves to build the infrastructure for community philanthropy, facilitate organisational development services in the social justice sector, and education improvement and development. The geographic footprint of SGS programming extends to the SADC region.
About the Programme
The Community Foundation Development Programme, led by SGS Consulting, champions community-led development through local philanthropy. By supporting the emergence and growth of initiative groups and community foundations, the programme promotes collective giving, local agency, and social justice. Our work strengthens grassroots infrastructure critical to inclusive development in South Africa.
About the Job
SGS Consulting is looking for a dedicated, experienced, and visionary Coordinator to lead the growth and impact of community foundations across South Africa. This role is at the heart of advancing horizontal philanthropy models, and building sustainable community infrastructure grounded in Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) principles.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in growing the movement of community foundations in South Africa. This includes working closely with both emerging and established community foundations, fostering strong networks within communities and across the broader philanthropy ecosystem. The role involves delivering high-quality training and facilitation, while championing local giving practices as a key strategy for advancing community-led development. Success in this position will require adaptability and cultural sensitivity across diverse rural, urban, and peri-urban contexts.
Key Responsibilities
Strengthen initiative groups and emerging community foundations through direct support and capacity building.
Facilitate participatory processes rooted in ABCD to co-develop strategies, value propositions, grantmaking systems, and governance models.
Coordinate training programmes, workshops, and exchange forums to grow a national network of community foundations and community philanthropy actors.
Support local leaders and communities to co-create and implement inclusive, sustainable funding and development models.
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to align efforts with national development priorities and SDG frameworks.
Monitor, evaluate, and document programme progress, learnings, and impact.
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in social sciences, or a related field.
Minimum 7 years of experience in community development, local philanthropy, or grassroots fundraising.
Demonstrated experience in facilitating ABCD or participatory development methodologies.
Proven track record of supporting community foundations, initiative groups, or similar community-led entities.
Strong background in programme design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
Ability to navigate diverse cultural and geographic contexts with sensitivity and insight.
Languages: English and local South African languages
To apply
This is a fixed term contract, renewable annually based on funding availability and performance.
This is a hybrid working model - 4 days in office and 1 day working from home.
In order to apply, email your application by Friday 22nd August 2025 to tracy@actionappointments.co.za - send your completed AA bio form, letter of motivation and updated CV (all in MS Word format).
