Community Project Facilitator

Placements24; Kimberley; Híbrido; CAD 30.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Travel allowances

Networking opportunities

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Community Project Facilitator for a contract role based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will engage community members in participatory project design and support the execution of community-led initiatives across the Northern Cape region.

The role emphasizes facilitation, capacity-building, and strong stakeholder relationships to ensure sustainable project outcomes. Experience in community development and MS Office proficiency are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required in social sciences or related field.
• Proven facilitation experience and workshop delivery.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsabilidades

• Facilitate participatory workshops and meetings with community members to identify needs and co-design projects.
• Support the implementation of community development projects within set timelines.
• Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, local government, and NGOs.
• Provide training and capacity-building support to community members and local groups.
• Assist in data collection for project monitoring and evaluation.

Conocimientos

Facilitation

Workshop design

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Educación

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

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, an innovative organization dedicated to empowering marginalized communities, is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Community Project Facilitator for a contract role based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This position is focused on engaging community members in participatory project design and implementation, ensuring initiatives are relevant, sustainable, and responsive to local needs. You will work closely with community groups, local leaders, and project teams to facilitate workshops, build capacity, and support the successful execution of community-driven projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in community development, excellent facilitation skills, and a passion for empowering individuals. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in Northern Cape region. We value collaboration and community-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate participatory workshops and meetings with community members to identify needs and co-design projects.
• Support the implementation of community development projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders, local government, and NGOs.
• Provide training and capacity-building support to community members and local groups.
• Assist in the collection of data for project monitoring and evaluation.
• Promote community ownership and sustainability of project outcomes.
• Identify potential challenges and risks during project implementation and propose solutions.
• Liaise with the project management team to report on progress and address issues.
• Ensure effective communication between the project team and community participants.
• Organize project-related community events and activities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Adult Education, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in community development, facilitation, or project support roles.
• Proven experience in facilitating participatory processes and workshops.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong understanding of community-based development principles.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and build trust.
• Experience in training and capacity building is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the Kimberley and Northern Cape context is an advantage.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• A competitive contract rate equivalent to an annual salary of R .
• Opportunity to work on impactful community development projects in Kimberley.
• Exposure to diverse community engagement methodologies.
• Professional development opportunities related to facilitation and project management.
• A collaborative working environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Contribution to meaningful community change in the Northern Cape.
• Travel allowances for project-related travel.
• Networking opportunities with various stakeholders.
• A chance to gain extensive experience in community-led initiatives.