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Waves for Change is transitioning to scale. We retain 5 Surf Therapy sites across South Africa where we deliver award winning youth development programmes. We have codified the training we give our surf therapy coaches, and the games they use on the beach, so any arts, sport or culture programme can improve their implementation at scale. We call this product ‘Take 5’. Take 5 is now being used by leading Humanitarian Organisations including UNICEF and Save the Children, as well as the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture in South Africa. For more information, refer to the website: https://waves-for-change.org/ The Communications Director leads the development and execution of W4C’s communications strategy. The role ensures visibility of Waves for Change’s Surf Therapy and Take 5 programmes, contributing to improved support and awareness for Surf Therapy and increased support and uptake of the Take 5 model by partners in the government and humanitarian sectors around the world. This is a new role, and we seek a leader in the sector who can guide us in creating and actioning a communications strategy that can effectively communicate our work across various different audiences.

Lawyers against Abuse (LvA) seeks a dynamic, dedicated leader who is passionate about our mission to join our team as the Executive Director. Reporting to and working closely in partnership with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director should be a seasoned leader and coach, with the ability to operate on both strategic and managerial levels. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organisation’s operations, including fundraising, program development, financial management, compliance and staff supervision. In addition to their operational responsibilities, the Executive Director will be a passionate leader who inspires others to engage with our mission. They will work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure that the organisation is fulfilling its mission and serving its clients effectively. The Executive Director will also be responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners and community leaders. Our ideal candidate will be a motivational leader with a proven track record of success in nonprofit management. They will be passionate about our organisation’s mission and committed to achieving our goals. The Executive Director will be a strategic thinker who is able to balance short-term needs with long-term planning. They will have excellent communication skills and be able to represent our organisation to a variety of audiences.

The Coalition of Anglican Children’s Homes (COACH) is a respected non-profit organisation dedicated to the care and protection of vulnerable, abused, and orphaned children. Established in 1915, we have a long-standing legacy of providing safe, nurturing environments where children can heal, grow, and thrive. Our work is guided by compassion, dignity, and the belief that every child deserves a future filled with hope. We operate two registered Child and Youth Care Centres: St George’s Home in Kempton Park and St Nicolas Home in Sophiatown. Children are placed in our care by the Children’s Court due to circumstances of neglect, abuse, or abandonment. At COACH, we do more than provide shelter—we offer stability, emotional support, education, and a foundation for a better future. We are looking for a Fundraiser: •who will raise in come for Coach ( Incorporating The St. Nicolas Home for Children and the St. George’s Home) •who will raise income from trusts and foundations, corporate SA, individuals, the NLC as well as fundraising campaigns •with a passion for children and who has the ability to build authentic connections with donors and maintaining long term relationships with them •who is well-organised and has effective verbal and written communication skills, and who has a genuine interest in building authentic connections with donors and holding long-term relationships with them •who has an overall understanding of government funding mechanisms and procedures and of fundraising procedures in the nonprofit sector •who has a general understanding of database management systems and websites.

IRD is an international not-for-profit organization headquartered in Singapore, operating with affiliates registered in Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines, South Africa, Vietnam, and Zimbabwe. Founded in 2004, we are propelled by our vision of a world where millions of vulnerable lives are meaningfully healthier. Our aspiration is to create a world where the most underserved, at-risk, and in-need populations experience improved physical, mental, and social well-being.

The Primary Science Programme (PSP) is a trusted non-profit organization recognized for their effective approaches to improving the quality of primary education in South Africa, particularly in under-resourced schools. They do this through the training and professional development of teachers. The PSP is looking for an energetic, creative, and experienced leader to plan, manage, and facilitate teacher development workshops & courses, and special education events. What you’ll do: •Lead & manage impactful education programmes •Facilitate teacher training workshops (Maths, NST & others) •Coordinate projects, partnerships & special events •Support in budgeting, reporting & ensure quality assurance What you’ll need: •Education qualification (postgraduate advantageous) •Project and/or programme management & facilitation skills •Communication & stakeholder engagement •Digital skills & experience with online facilitation Location: Cape Town (with school & partner visits) – own vehicle essential.

The Head of Finance and Operations is a strategic partner and part of the Senior Management Team. They are responsible for strategizing, supervising, accounting for, auditing and quality assurance of all financial activities within the Member Association (MA). Update financial policies and procedures in line with the SOS strategy regularly and ensure adherence by all departments and facilities. Ensure that all resources are used appropriately and efficiently for the best interest of every child within SOS Children’s Village Programmes (CVP).

Oasis Association is a registered non-profit organisation established in 1952 to provide schooling facilities for children with intellectual disability (ID). The Association’s services have expanded considerably over the years, and our mission is to enable people with ID to realise their full potential and become as independent and productive as possible within the community. Currently the organisation is providing holistic services for almost 600 people with ID through Protective Workshops, Day Centres and Group homes. Oasis Association seeks to appoint a Social Worker, based in Claremont, Cape Town.

Are you a recent graduate (22 to 35) ready to launch your career in the vibrant world of online retail? Natural Stuff is a rapidly expanding company specializing in health & beauty products, selling on Amazon, Takealot, Makro, and our own Shopify website. We are searching for a solution-driven, honest, and hardworking individual who is eager to learn, grow, and make a real impact alongside a highly knowledgeable and creative team. YOUR MAIN MISSION •Create and Optimize Product Listings: You’ll be responsible for building and maintaining our product listings across Amazon, Takealot, Makro, and Shopify •Coordinate Shipments to Fulfillment Centers: Prepare and manage shipments to fulfillment centers, ensuring our products are always available for customers •Promotions & Sponsored Ads: Follow up on listings with creative promotions and sponsored ads to boost visibility and sales •Drive Sales Growth: Your focus will be on growing the sales of our health & beauty products—your success is our success! •Learn from the Best: Don’t worry if you haven’t done this before—we will teach you everything you need to know, step by step.

About AIDC The Alternative Information and Development Centre (AIDC) is a South African NGO committed to advancing systemic alternatives to neoliberal capitalism. Our work spans economic justice, climate justice, popular education, and building alliances between movements, workers, and progressive researchers. We support grassroots movements with critical research and analysis, enabling them to shape transformative policy agendas and organise for democratic alternatives to extractivism and inequality. Position Overview AIDC is seeking a highly motivated Senior Programme Officer to support our climate and energy justice work, with a focus on green industrialisation and a just transition from below. The successful candidate will work closely with popular movements, trade unions, and allied researchers to co-develop alternatives to the South African government’s market-led climate policies, particularly those promoted under the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP). This role requires a dynamic thinker and organiser with a strong grounding in political economy, an ability to produce impactful research, and a commitment to advancing climate justice in ways that centre working-class and community-based agency.