Community Mobilization Officer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid leave

Professional development

Travel allowance

Supportive team

Fieldwork support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Community Mobilization Officer to engage communities and empower residents in the Queenstown area. The role involves organizing meetings, workshops, and events to promote collaboration and collective action.

You will work directly with community members, leaders, and organizations, building capacity and fostering sustainable development through participatory approaches. This is a field-based position with significant community interaction.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2–3 years in community mobilization or development work.
• Experience in facilitating community meetings and engaging diverse groups.
• Strong understanding of community development principles and participatory approaches.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to do field-based work with significant community interaction.
• Proficient in basic report writing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Engage with community members, leaders, and local groups to foster participation in development initiatives.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus groups to identify needs and resources.
• Develop and implement community mobilization strategies to encourage collective action.
• Build capacity of community members and local organizations through training and mentorship.
• Mobilize communities to participate in program activities and local governance processes.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local authorities, NGOs, and stakeholders.
• Document engagement activities and provide regular reports.
• Advocate for community needs in relevant forums.
• Support formation of community-based structures and committees.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and dedicated Community Mobilization Officer to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is essential for engaging communities, fostering participation, and empowering residents to address local development challenges. The Community Mobilization Officer will work directly with community members, local leaders, and organizations to identify needs, build capacity, and implement sustainable solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of community development principles, excellent facilitation skills, and a passion for empowering grassroots initiatives. You will be responsible for organizing community meetings, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and collective action. This position requires regular fieldwork within the Queenstown and surrounding areas, engaging directly with diverse populations. Your efforts will be crucial in driving positive social change and improving the quality of life for residents in the Eastern Cape . This is a hands-on role with significant community interaction and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with community members, leaders, and local groups to build trust and foster participation in development initiatives.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus groups to identify local needs, priorities, and resources.
• Develop and implement community mobilization strategies to encourage collective action and problem-solving.
• Build the capacity of community members and local organizations through training and mentorship.
• Mobilize communities to participate in program activities, such as awareness campaigns, service delivery initiatives, and local governance processes.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local government authorities, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Document community engagement activities, progress, and challenges, providing regular reports.
• Advocate for community needs and interests within relevant forums.
• Support the formation and strengthening of community-based structures and committees.
• Promote awareness of available services and opportunities within the community.

Requirements

• A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in community mobilization, development work, or a related field.
• Proven experience in facilitating community meetings and engaging diverse groups.
• Strong understanding of community development principles and participatory approaches.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a field-based role, requiring significant community interaction.
• Proficiency in basic report writing and documentation.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the Queenstown area.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to build rapport with people from various backgrounds.
• Passion for community empowerment and grassroots development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Contribution towards medical aid and retirement fund.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in community mobilization techniques.
• Travel allowance for fieldwork expenses.
• A supportive team environment focused on community impact.
• The opportunity to work directly with communities and foster positive change in the Eastern Cape .
• Access to resources and support for fieldwork in Queenstown .