Community Development Lead — Impact & Engagement

Placements24; Newlands; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Lead impactful development projects

Meaningful social and economic uplift

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Community Development Officer to empower communities through needs identification, project facilitation, and sustainable development initiatives. You will collaborate with residents, local government, and stakeholders to design programs that enhance social cohesion and economic opportunities across Queenstown and the Eastern Cape.

This role focuses on building partnerships, coordinating community-driven projects, and delivering measurable social impact with a

Qualifications

• Degree in community development or related field.
• Experience in community development work or social program implementation.
• Knowledge of participatory development approaches.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community needs assessments and identify development priorities.
• Facilitate community meetings and consultations to foster engagement.
• Develop and manage community-based projects from inception to completion.
• Build and maintain relationships with residents, leaders, and external organisations.
• Assist communities in accessing funding and resources for initiatives.
• Monitor progress and evaluate outcomes, reporting on impact and lessons learned.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Participatory development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Community Development Officer to empower communities through needs identification, project facilitation, and sustainable development initiatives. You will collaborate with residents, local government, and stakeholders to design programs that enhance social cohesion and economic opportunities across Queenstown and the Eastern Cape.

This role focuses on building partnerships, coordinating community-driven projects, and delivering measurable social impact with a