Community Engagement Lead

Placements24; Kimberley; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Professional development opportunities

Leadership growth potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Community Engagement Lead to spearhead outreach initiatives from a fully remote position. Based in Kimberley, this role connects with diverse community stakeholders across the region to develop strategic engagement plans and drive social impact.

You will lead virtual meetings, build trust-based relationships, craft communications, monitor results, and advocate for community needs while managing timelines and budgets in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Communications, or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in community engagement, outreach, or program management.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing relationships with diverse community groups.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in using online collaboration tools, project management software, and digital communication platforms.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in developing and executing communication plans.
• Ability to work autonomously and thrive in a remote work setting.
• Passion for social justice and community empowerment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive community engagement strategies and action plans.
• Identify key stakeholders, community leaders, and potential partners for collaboration.
• Organize and facilitate virtual meetings, workshops, and forums to foster dialogue and collaboration.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with community members and organizations.
• Represent the organization in online community events and platforms.
• Develop engaging communication materials, including newsletters, social media content, and reports.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of engagement activities, gathering feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
• Advocate for community needs and facilitate the co-creation of solutions.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for engagement initiatives.
• Stay informed about community issues, trends, and relevant social policies.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Public speaking

Facilitation

Virtual communication

Project management

Strategic planning

Remote work

Autonomy

Cross-cultural communication

Education

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

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Community Engagement Lead to spearhead impactful initiatives from a fully remote position. This role is crucial for building and nurturing relationships with various community stakeholders, developing strategic engagement plans, and driving positive social change. While based in Kimberley, Northern Cape , the role operates entirely online, connecting with diverse groups across the region and beyond. The ideal candidate is a natural leader, an exceptional communicator, and deeply passionate about community development and social impact. This is a unique opportunity to shape community outreach strategies in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive community engagement strategies and action plans.
• Identify key stakeholders, community leaders, and potential partners for collaboration.
• Organize and facilitate virtual meetings, workshops, and forums to foster dialogue and collaboration.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with community members and organizations.
• Represent the organization in online community events and platforms.
• Develop engaging communication materials, including newsletters, social media content, and reports.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of engagement activities, gathering feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
• Advocate for community needs and facilitate the co-creation of solutions.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for engagement initiatives.
• Stay informed about community issues, trends, and relevant social policies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Communications, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in community engagement, outreach, or program management.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing relationships with diverse community groups.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in using online collaboration tools, project management software, and digital communication platforms.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in developing and executing communication plans.
• Ability to work autonomously and thrive in a remote work setting.
• Passion for social justice and community empowerment.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, the flexibility of a fully remote role, and significant opportunities for professional development and leadership growth. You will play a pivotal role in shaping meaningful community connections and driving positive change in Kimberley, Northern Cape and beyond. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and impactful community work.