Portfolio Manager: Strategic Relations

Curro is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values-based environment and offers learner-centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro seeks to appoint Portfolio Manager: Strategic Relations (full-time) at Curro Head Office in Bellville to commence duties in August 2026

Vacancy Reference: 28436 Curro is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Strategic Relations Portfolio Manager to lead high-impact education and transformation initiatives. This is a pivotal role where strategic oversight meets hands-on leadership, ensuring the success of our scholarship programme and other transformation projects.

Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key performance areas

• Lead and manage the full operations of the Curro Foundation’s scholarship programme, from learner selection to reporting.
• Provide oversight on transformation initiatives (B-BBEE, EE, YES programmes) ensuring compliance and timely delivery.
• Manage and mentor a team of Project Leads, Administrators, and Interns.
• Act as a key liaison with donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects remain within budget, meet compliance standards, and deliver measurable impact.
• Oversee donor and learner-related promotional events and monitor the Foundation’s social media presence.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• Bachelor degree in Education, Development Studies, Business Administration, or related field (postgraduate qualification an advantage).
• 8–12 years progressive work experience in programme or project management, including 3+ years in people management.
• Proven experience in scholarship or donor-funded initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of B-BBEE and EE compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English (non-negotiable); fluency in another South African language highly advantageous.
• A leader who combines vision with operational excellence, is calm under pressure, and thrives in a values-based, fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel nationally and work after hours during peak periods.

Why join Curro?

This is more than a management role — it’s an opportunity to shape the future of education by driving transformation and empowering learners from diverse backgrounds. If you are values-driven, strategic, and passionate about access to education, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date: 31 July 2026.

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Please note that you will need to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of your qualifications and SACE registration (if applicable) as part of your online application.

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