Saint Giles Durban

08/05/2026

SAINT GILES NPC is hiring.

We are looking for an organised, proactive and detail-oriented Office and Compliance Co-ordinator to join our team in Durban (Prince Street).

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in administration, compliance coordination and governance support, while also being passionate about meaningful work within the non-profit sector.

About Saint Giles
Saint Giles is a purpose-driven non-profit organisation creating meaningful work and services for persons with disabilities across Durban and Pinetown.

Key responsibilities include:
• Compliance and statutory administration
• CIPC and DSD reporting coordination
• Board and committee meeting support
• Maintaining compliance calendars and records
• Office administration and MD support
• Contracts and audit coordination
• Procurement and supplier administration

Minimum requirements:
• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Compliance Management, Risk Management or related field
• 3–4 years’ administrative experience with exposure to compliance or regulatory processes
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Valid South African driver’s licence

Advantageous:
• NPO/NPC/NGO experience
• Familiarity with CIPC annual returns and DSD reporting
• Board secretarial support experience
• Knowledge of the NPO Act and Companies Act

What we offer:
• A meaningful role within a purpose-driven organisation
• The opportunity to help strengthen organisational systems
• NGO-aligned, market-related remuneration
• Guaranteed annual 13th cheque

To apply:
Email your CV to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
Subject line: Office and Compliance Co-ordinator – Your Name

Closing date: 13 May 2026 at 17:00
https://www.saintgiles.org.za/careers/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Saint Giles is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

19/03/2026

📌TRAINING OPPORTUNITY📌

About us

Saint Giles is a purpose-driven non-profit in Durban creating meaningful work and services for people with disabilities.

Limited Opportunity for People with Disabilities living in Durban:

We are inviting members of our community who have physical disabilities to submit their CVs for a training opportunity in lightweight factory production and packaging. The aim of this programme is to build skills and create a pool of trained candidates who can be contacted when extra work is available in our operations.

While these are not permanent positions, they offer valuable exposure and the possibility of short-term work opportunities for people with disabilities. Saint Giles reserves the right not to accept candidates for training.

If you live in or around Durban and are interested in gaining experience in a factory environment, we would love to hear from you.

Who should Apply?
• People with physical disability, who have a matric and who can perform lighweight tasks.
• Good reading and writing abilities are essential
• Must be between 18 and 30 years
• Must reside in Durban

How to apply:
Drop off your CV at 4 Prince Street, Durban – for attention: Mdu or Marietjie
Send email to: [email protected] or [email protected]

Closing date:
CV submission is open from 20 February 2026 until 30 March 2026.
For more information, please contact: Anelisa Mzimela on +27 31 337 4404
We believe everyone deserves the chance to grow, contribute, and be part of the working community. 🤝

19/03/2026

📌TRAINING OPPORTUNITY📌

About us

Saint Giles is a purpose-driven non-profit in Durban creating meaningful work and services for people with disabilities.

Limited Opportunity for People with Disabilities living in Durban:

We are inviting members of our community who have physical disabilities to submit their CVs for a training opportunity in lightweight factory production and packaging. The aim of this programme is to build skills and create a pool of trained candidates who can be contacted when extra work is available in our operations.

While these are not permanent positions, they offer valuable exposure and the possibility of short-term work opportunities for people with disabilities. Saint Giles reserves the right not to accept candidates for training.

If you live in or around Durban and are interested in gaining experience in a factory environment, we would love to hear from you.

Who should Apply?
• People with physical disability, who have a matric and who can perform lighweight tasks.
• Good reading and writing abilities are essential
• Must be between 18 and 30 years
• Must reside in Durban

How to apply:
Drop off your CV at 4 Prince Street, Durban – for attention: Trevor
Send email to: [email protected]

Closing date:
CV submission is open from 20 February 2026 until 30 March 2026.
For more information, please contact: Anelisa Mzimela on +27 31 337 4404
We believe everyone deserves the chance to grow, contribute, and be part of the working community. 🤝

19/02/2026

📣Training Opportunity🥳📌

About us

Saint Giles is a purpose-driven non-profit in Durban creating meaningful work and services for people with disabilities.

Limited Opportunity for People with Disabilities living in Durban:

We are inviting members of our community who have physical disabilities to submit their CVs for a training opportunity in lightweight factory production and packaging. The aim of this programme is to build skills and create a pool of trained candidates who can be contacted when extra work is available in our operations.

While these are not permanent positions, they offer valuable exposure and the possibility of short-term work opportunities for people with disabilities. Saint Giles reserves the right not to accept candidates for training.

If you live in or around Durban and are interested in gaining experience in a factory environment, we would love to hear from you.

Who should Apply?
• People with physical disability, who have a matric and who can perform lighweight tasks.
• Good reading and writing abilities are essential
• Must be between 18 and 30 years
• Must reside in Durban

How to apply:
Drop off your CV at 4 Prince Street, Durban – for attention: Trevor
Send email to: [email protected]

Closing date:
CV submission is open from 20 February 2026 until 30 March 2026.
For more information, please contact: Anelisa Mzimela on +27 31 337 4404
We believe everyone deserves the chance to grow, contribute, and be part of the working community. 🤝

03/02/2026

📣WE'RE HIRING!📌

Vacancy: Production Manager
Location: Durban (Prince Street)

About us
Saint Giles is a purpose-driven non-profit creating meaningful work and services for persons with disabilities.

Employment Opportunity
We’re looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead and expand Saint
Giles’ packing operations (dry foods/goods and pharmaceutical). In this hands-on
leadership role, you will oversee day-to-day production delivery, ensure customer
requirements are met for quality, safety and service and drive continuous
improvement and growth.

What we offer
• Broad portfolio, with learning and upskilling opportunities
• The chance to make a tangible impact every day
• A values-based culture
• Appropriate NGO-aligned remuneration, with a guaranteed annual 13th cheque

What You Will Be Doing
• Plan, schedule and oversee production in line with customer orders, capacity and
workforce availability.
• Set and monitor productivity and efficiency targets; ensure effective allocation of
employees and equipment.
• Optimise workshop layout and workflow to improve throughput, quality and cost
efficiency.
• Develop and manage the Production Department budget; provide
monthly/quarterly/annual performance reporting and statistical data.
• Ensure all customer objectives are consistently met (service, quality and
administrative requirements).
• Drive the expansion and development of new work opportunities, including
supporting customer engagement and pricing input where required.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and quality standards, including
HACCP requirements.
• Chair the SHEQ Committee and attend the Worker Committee in line with legal
compliance, ensuring corrective actions and labour matters are addressed.
• Oversee quality control and health & safety systems in collaboration with the QA
& Document Controller and SHE Officer.
• Create and implement a maintenance plan schedule for production equipment
and property at Head Office.
• Lead, coach and develop supervisors and production teams, conduct appraisals
and implement training/development plans.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, cost reduction projects and innovation
in processes, packaging and workforce utilisation.

Minimum Requirements
• Diploma in Production/Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business
Administration or equivalent.
• 5–8 years’ production management experience (preferably food packing/FMCG),
with 3+ years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience managing large teams in a structured, compliance-driven
environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, ISO22000), occupational
health and safety and labour legislation.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/accounting systems; strong report writing and
data analysis capability.

The Skills That Will Make You Successful
• Production planning and process optimisation
• Budgeting, cost control and performance reporting
• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
• Strong planning, attention to detail and ability to deliver under pressure
• Stakeholder engagement and customer focus
• People leadership and a inclusive culture approach

How to apply
Email your CV to [email protected] with subject line “Production
Manager – Your Name”
Closing date: Thursday, 12 February 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Equity & Inclusion
Saint Giles is an equal-opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.

POPIA
By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for
recruitment purposes in line with POPIA. Data will be securely stored and only used for this vacancy.

16/04/2025

ICYMI: March was Human Rights Month in South Africa, and we shared some inspiring stories on our website.

Follow our page to keep learning about chances to uphold equal human rights for persons living with disabilities: https://www.saintgiles.org.za/blog/

Stay updated on the latest news, stories, and insights from Saint Giles. Read inspiring success stories, organisational updates, and thought-provoking articles on disability support.

21/03/2025

Happy Human Rights Day, South Africa.

Today we remember that all human lives hold equal and precious value, and that we must strive to never take this for granted.

While we have made great progress in protecting the rights of persons living with disabilities, there is more work to be done.

Learn more on our website today, and donate what you can toward this important cause:

Human rights mean equal rights for people living with disabilities. Help us confront discrimination of Disabled people — read more and donate.

27/02/2025

Were you listening last year, when Lotus FM aired our interview for International Day of Persons with Disabilities?

We're grateful to be part of the conversation around equal rights and equitable support for persons living with disabilities in South Africa.

While our government has provided a strong foundation through legislation, it's a shared national responsibility to build upon that which is why we invite you to learn more by listening to the full interview online and reaching out if you'd like a tour of our facilities: https://omny.fm/shows/lotus-fm-newsbreak-sabcnews/podcast-durban-non-profit-organisation-saint-giles

By Newsbreak Prodcuer Tracy Valaydham - Today marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities. According to Statistics SA, the prevalence of disability in South Africa has decreased from 7.4% to 6%. Durban based non-profit organisation - Saint Giles - says the stats are not a surprise. Spokespe...

26/12/2024

On this Day of Goodwill we thank you for your continued support.

Our work in service of persons living with disabilities is made possible only through your goodwill and donations, and your company's choice to contract our work centre for fully certified food packaging services.

The very least that can be done in goodwill today is:

✅ Share this post so your friends and family can find out about us, especially if they know others who need our assistance or who can assist us further

✅ Subscribe to our email newsletter for insight on how we use donations, volunteer opportunities and educational content that may come in handy one day: https://eepurl.com/hct5M9

Please encourage your friends and family to join in these simple actions to help us prepare for a successful 2025, before heading into the rest of your Day of Goodwill.

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas to one and all, from everyone here at Saint Giles NPO for the Disabled.

In this time of peace and joy, we humbly appeal to you to help us spread the cheer across our community of disabled beneficiaries. Please consider making a donation — no amount is too big or too small:

FNB Cheque Account Number: 508 816 50904
Branch: Beach Road
Branch Code: 220126
Account Holder: Saint Giles Association for the Disabled
Reference: Holiday Donation

Donations are tax deductible so if you would like to receive a Section 18A certificate please email your proof of payment to [email protected] and our team will assist you as soon as possible.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support, and for being willing to brighten each day for those in need.