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Human Resources Business Partner
Beautiful Gate
The HR Business Partner will play a strategic and operational role in driving human resources practices that support the mission and vision of the organisation.
Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
30 June 2025
Categories:
Human Resources, Business Development, Operations
Status:
Placed


Media and Communications Specialist
Humane World for Animals
The Media and Communications Specialist will be responsible for all activities required to develop and execute segmented communication strategies to drive program effectiveness, educate and inform program stakeholders, enhance media relations, and build brand recognition for the Humane World for Animals South Africa office, its priority initiative programs and campaigns.
Cape Town but open to Johannesburg, Pretoria or Gqeberha (remote)
Closing Date:
20 June 2025
Categories:
Media and Communications, Animal Protection, Marketing
Status:
Interviewing


Responsible Business Advisory Coordinator
Partner Africa
We are seeking a motivated and highly organised Responsible Business Coordinator to support the delivery of impactful responsible business advisory projects across Africa, the UK and Europe.
Anywhere in South Africa or Kenya (remote)
Closing Date:
13 June 2025
Categories:
Business Coordinator, Administration, Human Rights
Status:
Interviewing


Human Resources Manager
Centre for Environmental Rights
The CER is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee all aspects of HR and performance management for our growing team.
Cape Town or Johannesburg
Closing Date:
13 June 2025
Categories:
Human Resources, Performance Management, Employee Relations
Status:
Interviewing


Fundraising Coordinator
Animal Welfare Society Stellenbosch
The new AWSS Fundraising Coordinator will lead individual giving initiatives, donor engagement, grants, legacy giving, digital campaigns, and fundraising events.
Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands, South Africa
Closing Date:
6 June 2025
Categories:
Fundraising, Donor Management, Campaigns, Animal Welfare
Status:
Placed


Central Ombuds HR Manager, 6-month renewable contract
Heinrich Böll Foundation
The Central Ombuds HR Manager will address discrimination, mobbing, and workplace conflicts across the HBF international offices.
Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
9 June 2025
Categories:
Human Resources, Conflict Resolution, Mediation, Ombuds
Status:
Interviewing


Assessment Manager
The Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa
The Assessment Manager will oversee and assure the quality of the CGISA's examination and moderation processes.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
30 May 2025
Categories:
Education, Quality Assurance, Strategic Oversight
Status:
Closed


Regional Fundraising Manager
Girls and Boys Town South Africa
The Regional Fundraising Manager will lead a team, engage donors, build partnerships, and oversee fundraising campaigns.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
30 May 2025
Categories:
Fundraising, Donor Management, Partnerships
Status:
Interviewing


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:
Closed


Finance Associate
IPAS
The Finance Associate will support the Finance department in ensuring that financial and accounting operations are in strict compliance with IPAS ASR policies and procedures and specific donor rules and regulations. Also strive to ensure efficient and accountable use of donor funds.
Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date:
23 June 2025
Categories:
Finance, Accounting
Status:
Interviewing


Specialist, Programs & Policy
Humane World for Animals
The Specialist, Programs & policy will support the Humane World for Animals South Africa Executive Director, Wildlife Director and program staff in the effective and efficient running of the local office and in the implementation of program and policy strategies to protect wildlife, animals in testing and research, animals on farms, companion animals, and animals in disaster.
Cape Town, South Africa (remote)
Closing Date:
20 June 2025
Categories:
Policy, Animal Protection, Administration
Status:
Interviewing


Senior Bookkeeper
Sabine Plattner African Charities
The role includes overseeing reconciliations, payroll financial processes, VAT and PAYE submissions, and creditor and debtor management. Working knowledge of Xero™ and experience in preparing audit files are essential.
Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
18 July 2025
Categories:
Finance, Bookkeeping, Accounting
Status:
Interviewing


Chief Executive Officer
The Southern African Legal Information Institute (SAFLII)
The new CEO will lead SAFLII’s team of content managers and technical staff, while building partnerships and overseeing operations.
Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
13 June 2025
Categories:
CEO, Legal, Librarian, Organisational Management
Status:
Open


Accountant
Mellon Educate
The Accountant will be responsible for managing and preparation of financial accounts across multiple entities, including cashflow management, reporting, reconciliations, audit preparation, donor management, and specific educational and project-based accounts.
Blackheath, Cape Town, South Africa
Closing Date:
11 July 2025
Categories:
Finance, Accounting
Status:
Placed


Project Cost-controller, 6-month contract
Initiative for Social Performance in Renewable Energy (INSPIRE)
The Project Cost Controller will manage and monitor project budgets and cash flow to ensure financial compliance and effective project delivery.
South Africa, Remote
Closing Date:
6 June 2025
Categories:
Finance, Fund Management, Financial Compliance
Status:
Placed


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:
23 May 2025
Categories:
Leadership, Director , Agriculture
Status:
Interviewing



Business Development & Communications Lead
Saide
The Business Development & Communications Lead will help to grow and diversify Saide’s funding through effectively promoting the organisation, building strategic partnerships, identifying and pursuing philanthropic and earned income opportunities.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date:
13 April 2025
Categories:
Business Development, Communications, Fundraising
Status:
Interviewing


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.