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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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Project Coordinator

Earthlife Africa

The Project Coordinator will oversee initial project implementation for the Just Transition Centre in Soweto.

Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
26 March 2025
Categories:
Community Development, Environment, Activism
Status:
Placed
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Programme Manager - Socio-economic Development

African Parks

The Programme Manager (SED) will design and implement programmes that deliver socio-economic benefits to local communities.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
24 March 2025
Categories:
Management, Conservation, Environment
Status:
Closed
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Resource Mobilisation Specialist

Hlanganisa Community Fund

The Resource Mobilisation Specialist will be responsible for supporting the establishment of new business and funding opportunities.

Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
14 March 2025
Categories:
Fundraising, Management, Grants
Status:
Closed
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Head of Finance

Natural Justice

The Head of Finance will provide strategic financial leadership to support the sustainability and growth of Natural Justice.

Cape Town or Johannesburg
Closing Date:
7 March 2025
Categories:
Finance, Legal, Environment
Status:
Placed
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Social Media Creator

NEWF

The Social Media Creator will develop visually compelling content that amplifies NEWF's message and shares their journey with the world.

Durban, South Africa
Closing Date:
3 March 2025
Categories:
Social Media, Digital Content, Environment
Status:
Interviewing
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Legal Advisor

The Green Connection

The Legal Advisor will provide legal support for environmental and social justice initiatives, particularly the "Who Stole Our Oceans" campaign opposing offshore oil and gas developments.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
21 February 2025
Categories:
Legal, Campaigns, Environment
Status:
Placed
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Head of Literacy

Mellon Educate

The Head of Literacy will provide strategic leadership, programme oversight, and advocacy to drive impactful literacy initiatives for early years learners.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
24 February 2025
Categories:
Leadership, Advocacy, Literacy
Status:
Placed
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Events and Programmes Coordinator

Bertha Spaces

The Events and Programmes Coordinator will manage Narrative Justice projects, partnerships, venue bookings, grassroots outreach, and supports social media and AV production.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
14 February 2025
Categories:
Events, Social Media, Partnerships
Status:
Placed
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Head of Impact and Innovation

Ikamva Youth

The Head of Impact and Innovation leads data management, research, evaluation, and technology strategies, driving innovation and continuous learning to enhance programs and organizational growth.

Cape Town or Pretoria
Closing Date:
24 January 2025
Categories:
Leadership, M&E, Education
Status:
Closed
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Global Finance Program Director

The Sunrise Project Inc

The Program Director leads strategic direction, team management, and global initiatives to shift the financial system, collaborating with key partners to drive impactful change.

Fully Remote in US, EU or Asia
Closing Date:
23 February 2025
Categories:
Strategy, Finance, Campaigns
Status:
Open
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Programme Manager - CBNRM

African Parks

The Programme Manager (CBNRM) will define and lead the AP programme to enable community-led conservation efforts CBNRM and other initiatives.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
24 March 2025
Categories:
Management, Conservation, Environment
Status:
Closed
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Grantmaking Lead

Trevor Noah Foundation

The Grantmaking Lead will manage a strategic initiative supporting innovative teacher training and youth development programs in South Africa.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
21 March 2025
Categories:
Grants, Management, Youth
Status:
Placed
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Programme Manager

The Mandela Rhodes Foundation

The Programme Manager will support the Programme Director in delivering the Leadership Development Programme.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
10 March 2025
Categories:
Programme Management, Leadership, Foundation
Status:
Interviewing
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Operations & Finance Administrator

NEWF

The Ops & Finance Administrator will provide comprehensive administrative support and be responsible for the organisation's finance, logistics and operations.

Durban, South Africa
Closing Date:
3 March 2025
Categories:
Operations, Finance, Environment
Status:
Interviewing
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General Manager

NEWF

The GM will lead the NEWF team and promote a culture of narrative change through storytelling, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Durban, South Africa
Closing Date:
3 March 2025
Categories:
Management, Leadership, Environment
Status:
Closed
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Director

Masifundise Development Trust

The Director will provide strategic leadership, overseeing the organization's vision, financial sustainability, and governance.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
4 March 2025
Categories:
Leadership, Advocacy, Environment
Status:
Interviewing
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Legal Coordinator

Dwars River Community Advice Office

The Legal Coordinator will play a pivotal role in managing the office and legally representing clients across various legal forums.

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
Closing Date:
7 February 2025
Categories:
Legal, Operations, Human Rights
Status:
Placed
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Digital Communications Specialist

Bertha Spaces

The Digital Communications Specialist will manage social media, maintain the website, and ensure consistent, engaging brand-aligned messaging.

Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
14 February 2025
Categories:
Communications, Digital Content, Analytics
Status:
Placed
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Global Finance Program Deputy Director

The Sunrise Project Inc

The Deputy Director provides strategic leadership, managing teams, systems, and resources to optimize program execution, foster a supportive culture, and drive organizational impact.

Fully Remote in US, EU or Asia
Closing Date:
23 February 2025
Categories:
Leadership, Management, Operations
Status:
Open
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Fund Lead

Social Justice Initiative

Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
10 January 2025
Categories:
Status:
Placed
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