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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.

Muslim Hands South Africa (MHSA) is a Cape Town-based international NGO that works in the areas of disaster relief and sustainable development. Muslim Hands operates in over 40 countries worldwide, distributing life-saving humanitarian aid and relief to millions of people, who are directly affected by natural disasters, war, poverty, famine, and drought. THE ROLE As we embark on an exciting period of growth and change, we are looking for a professional finance and services manager to provide financial oversight, management, and leadership. The successful candidate will work closely with other departments and divisions within the organisation and will provide valuable leadership to the finance team.

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.

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.

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).

HOPE Cape Town seeks a passionate leader who believes in the transformative power of proximate community leadership. We believe the best ideas emerge when diverse voices come together. This role offers the chance to nurture authentic partnerships, foster locally-led development, and create sustainable change from within the communities we serve. You will be at the heart of our mission, to improve the quality of life for children, youth and families affected by HIV, social challenges, and related conditions, and assist them to reach their full potential.

HOPE Cape Town is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Bookkeeper to join their Team based in Delft. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing accurate, up-to-date financial information relating to cashbook, debtors and creditors. About the Organisation Mission HOPE Cape Town strives to improve the quality of life of children and families affected by HIV, social challenges and related conditions and assist them to reach their full potential. HOPE Cape Town is a longstanding purpose-driven non-profit organisation with its headquarters at The Nex-Indawo Yethu campus in Delft. Our strategy focuses primarily on holistic and preventative health interventions as well as education at all levels, ranging from excellence in early childhood development to vocational education and training. In addition, we believe that it is imperative to find ways of protecting the future sustainability of both people and natural resources. Hence, we continue to invest in programmes that empower young people by focusing on education, youth and community development, and the environment.

Black Sash seeks to appoint a national Human Resource Manager, based in Claremont, Cape Town with a hybrid remote working option. Black Sash's mission is working towards the realisation of socio-economic rights, as outlined in the SA Constitution 1996, with an emphasis on social security and social protection for the most vulnerable, particularly women and children. We will, in the course of our work, explore options to significantly help to reduce poverty and inequality. The core responsibilities of the Human Resources Manager are to drive the human resource directive in Black Sash and play a vital role in overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with labour laws. The incumbent will manage training programs and foster a positive workplace culture by aligning HR strategies with organizational goals, and support performance management and workforce planning. A focus on employee engagement and retention will help maintain a motivated and productive team. Build a culture where all employees are proud to belong and dedicate their skills, knowledge and experience towards Making Human Rights Real.

Corruption Watch (CW) is a leading South African anti-corruption non-profit organisation with a 14-year track record of fighting corruption and promoting transparency. As an accredited chapter of Transparency International, CW plays a crucial role in South Africa’s anti-corruption ecosystem through evidence-based advocacy, strategic litigation, public engagement and policy development. At the core of CW’s mandate is the public reporting system, which empowers citizens to report corruption experiences. The organisation transforms these reports into actionable intelligence for research, policy interventions, limited investigations, strategic litigation, and public awareness campaigns that drive systemic change. Position overview CW seeks a visionary Executive Director to provide strategic leadership and operational excellence across all organisational functions. Reporting to the Board of Directors, this role requires a proven leader who can advance CW’s mission while ensuring sustainable growth and impact in South Africa’s governance and anti-corruption landscape.

OPEN CITIES LAB Open Cities Lab (OCL) is a South African non-profit company rethinking how data, technology and human insight converge to build better cities. Guided by four impact pillars - strengthening local government, empowering residents, equipping civic storytellers and enabling national digital infrastructure - we design modular products that translate evidence into action. Our organisation is made up of Software Developers, Economists, Data Scientists, Designers, Researchers, and Product Managers who get to constantly expand their knowledge and learn peripheral skills as part of the job. We are all driven by a common purpose as a non-partisan community founded on the belief of equality and inclusion through openness across all aspects of society. We are growing! And we need help expanding our capacity. JOB DESCRIPTION – Financial Manager OCL develops and implements digital and data products in multiple cities across international boundaries. As a Non-Profit Company (NPC), our sustainability depends on rigorous accountability to key funding partners and we must manage the international transfer of funds, ensuring adherence to impeccable standards of governance. The Finance Manager (FM) provides both strategic leadership and operational management of OCL’s finances, ensuring financial sustainability, robust governance, and compliance with statutory and Donor requirements. Reporting to the CEO, this role is responsible for financial planning and forecasting, reporting, bookkeeping, and the financial management of contracts and grants. The Finance Manager leads all financial operations, providing timely and accurate insights to support strategic decision-making across the organisation.

About the NSPCA The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) is South Africa’s leading animal welfare organisation with a legacy of over 70 years. We prevent cruelty, promote kindness, and speak out for animals in every sector, from companion animals to industrial farming, laboratory animals, wildlife, and working animals. Our reach is national, with a dedicated and mission-first team. We work across disciplines to tackle both systemic cruelty and emergency cases. Location: Alberton, Gauteng (NSPCA Office) Type: Full-time Reports to: Communications Unit Manager Position Overview The NSPCA is seeking a focused, motivated, and research-savvy Grants and Major Donor Officer to join its small, collaborative Communications Unit. This is a writing- and relationship-intensive role designed to support the NSPCA’s national work through institutional funding, including CSI partnerships, trusts and foundations, and major donors. The successful candidate will thrive in a detail-oriented environment and will work closely with other Unit members to deliver compelling funding proposals and steward long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate will have strong written communication skills, a curious and analytical mind, and the ability to build trust with professional stakeholders. Previous experience in fundraising is welcome, but exceptional writing and relationship skills are more important.

FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Find out more about our sustainable campaigns and projects on www.four-paws.org. Would you like to contribute to something meaningful and work with us on our mission? This is your chance. We are looking for dedicated people to enrich our team. Your contribution will be •Managing alien and indigenous invasive plant species by creating and implementing a long-term management plan •Assisting with assessment and management of field conditions for game species and relevant environmental conditions •Create, implement, and maintain Environmental Management Plan •Planning, implementing, and maintaining seasonal vegetable and herb gardens •Managing and overseeing the daily duties of the Vegetation Team. Your profile ideally illustrates •Three years of relevant proven professional experience •Relevant qualifications •Strong leadership and collaboration skills •Strong communication and time management skills •Good computer usage skills •Great affinity to animal welfare and FOUR PAWS vision and mission. Our offer includes •The opportunity to truly contribute to global animal welfare •A multinational team with the spirit of being ONE FOUR PAWS •An animal friendly workplace with a dynamic and pleasant job environment •A modern leadership culture and promotion of training measures.

FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organization for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Find out more about our sustainable campaigns and projects on www.four-paws.org. Your contribution will be •Overseeing the health and well-being of all the sanctuaries animals, mainly big cats •Being part of all veterinary related tasks, including procedures, medical checkups, diagnostics •Upkeeping of medical records •Observational assessments of all animals and adjustments to their medication and care, depending on the individual’s needs, including husbandry aspects such as nutritional and environmental needs •Contributing to general husbandry as part of the animal management team •Contributing to preventative medicine protocols in a captive welfare setting •Participating in and supporting the safe transfer of animals to the sanctuary •Assisting in managing free roaming game

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.