program coordinator volunteer

24 hours ago


Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa Hope Foundation SA Full time

Location, Type & Compensation

Location: Remote, with required travel for field visits across Mpumalanga

Type: Volunteer (10–15 hours per week)

Compensation: This is a volunteer position; however, transport/travel expenses for program activities will be fully covered.

ABOUT HOPE FOUNDATION SA

Hope Foundation SA strengthens Early Childhood Development (ECD) in underserved communities through its core pillars: Safety, Nutrition, and Hygiene (WASH). We equip educators and centres with training, tools, and infrastructure to create safe, healthy, and nurturing environments for young children.

In 2026, we will implement the Hope Starter Kit Program in Mpumalanga, supporting 10 high-need ECD centres through daily learning tools and essential WASH and safety infrastructure improvements.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Volunteer Program Coordinator will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting for the Hope Starter Kit Program. While work is primarily remote, the role involves regular travel to ECD centres within Mpumalanga, in coordination with local partners. The ideal candidate is community-oriented, highly organized, independent, and passionate about early childhood development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Program Implementation & Coordination

  2. Coordinate implementation activities remotely and during field visits.

  3. Manage centre onboarding, training support, and kit delivery.

  4. Support scheduling, monthly and annual workplans, and activity timelines.

  5. Oversee installation of WASH and safety infrastructure.

  6. Maintain communication between centres, partners, and HFSA leadership.

  7. Stakeholder & Community Coordination

  8. Build strong relationships with ECD principals and educators, along with other key stakeholders including government, community leaders, and parents/caregivers.

  9. Communicate schedules and expectations clearly.

  10. Represent Hope Foundation SA professionally in all interactions.

  11. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

  12. Conduct site visits using monitoring tools.

  13. Track hygiene, nutrition, and safety practices and outcomes.

  14. Document visits with photos, notes, and attendance.

  15. Prepare monthly progress reports for presentation to HFSA leadership.

  16. Logistics & Operational Support

  17. Support distribution of kits and materials.

  18. Track inventory and coordinate procurement with various vendors.

  19. Arrange training logistics and field visit planning.

  20. Communication & Documentation

  21. Draft updates, summaries, and communication materials.

  22. Maintain organized digital records.

  23. Contribute to donor and internal reporting.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Technical Skills:

  • Program coordination, management, and monitoring

  • Organizational planning

  • Basic Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting (MER) understanding

  • Comfort supervising site improvements

  • Google Workspace proficiency

Soft Skills:

  • Strong verbal and written communication

  • Problem-solving

  • Emotional intelligence

  • Ability to work independently

Personal Values:

  • Integrity, accountability

  • Passion for ECD

  • Community-centred mindset

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

  • 2–4 years in community development, ECD, NGO work, and/or program coordination

  • Fieldwork experience

  • Experience working in rural/township settings

  • Ability to travel within Mpumalanga

Advantageous:

  • WASH or infrastructure program experience

  • ECD sector familiarity

  • Knowledge of DBE/DSD ECD standards

  • Valid driver's licence

HOURS & TRAVEL

  • 10–15 hours per week

  • Flexible schedule depending on ECD activities

  • Transport/travel expenses fully covered

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Meaningful impact in underserved communities

  • Practical experience in ECD systems strengthening

  • Skills development in coordination, management, and monitoring

  • Supportive, mission-driven environment

HOW TO APPLY

Submit the following:

  • Motivational letter

  • CV

  • Contactable references

Email:

Subject: Volunteer Program Coordinator – Hope Starter Kit Program
OR
Apply directly via Linkedin



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