NPO Project Lead

About the role

A permanent Project Lead position for an NPO, based in Ottery, Cape Town. The role manages end-to-end project execution, funder reporting and operational systems, supporting field and project implementation teams through structured planning, logistical coordination, emergency risk mitigation and reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Translate project proposals into structured, actionable delivery plans across internal, external and funded initiatives.
• Support, resource and maintain project implementation teams, including field emergency risk management.
• Coordinate travel logistics, trip planning, post-trip debriefs and documentation of key learnings.
• Identify, engage with and document strategic partnerships and regional stakeholder relationships.
• Track project deliverables, targets and scope changes in line with organisational standards and impact frameworks.
• Compile and submit detailed project reports following funder guidelines.
• Coordinate project management and project finance system alignment within Odoo; oversee budgets, track line-item expenditures against actuals and manage restricted funds with finance teams.
• Act as operational point of contact for project funders, attend meetings and nurture long-term investor relationships.
• Represent project delivery at operational leadership level, contributing to strategic planning and shared culture initiatives.

Required profile

• Recognised qualification in Project Management.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a project management or operational delivery role.
• Ability to work full-time in office in Ottery, Cape Town.
• Willingness to learn about disability inclusion and integrate it into operational delivery, or a passion for NPO projects.
• Experience in social enterprise, non-profit or community development is an advantage.
• Proven track record in funder reporting and stakeholder engagement is an advantage.

Required skills

• Project management
• Funder reporting
• Odoo

What we offer

• A collaborative operational culture built on diversity, shared leadership and empathy.
• Growth, stability and impactful projects.