Community Mobilizer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training in community development

Rewarding role serving the community

Social impact team

Field-based work with community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Mobilizer for a Queenstown-based role that connects with residents, builds trust, and fosters grassroots development.

You will engage diverse community members, organize events, and report on engagement levels, contributing to positive social impact and sustainable livelihoods in the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in community work or social development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of Queenstown context.
• Ability to work independently and build trust.
• Interest in mobilization and empowerment.
• Basic reporting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with residents to understand needs and aspirations.
• Raise awareness of programs and services.
• Organize community meetings and events.
• Mobilize residents to participate in projects.
• Build relationships with community leaders and stakeholders.
• Support community-led development processes and decisions.
• Report on feedback and engagement levels.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an active non-profit organization dedicated to community empowerment in Queenstown , is looking for a proactive and engaging Community Mobilizer . This role is essential for building strong relationships within the local community, raising awareness about our client's services, and encouraging active participation in programs and initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods in the Eastern Cape . You will be the face of the organization on the ground, working directly with residents to foster positive change. This position requires a deep connection to the community and a passion for grassroots development.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with community members to understand their needs and aspirations.
• Raise awareness about organizational programs and services through various outreach methods.
• Organize community meetings, events, and focus groups to facilitate dialogue and action.
• Mobilize community members to participate in projects and initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders and local stakeholders.
• Facilitate community-led development processes and decision-making.
• Report on community feedback, needs, and engagement levels.

Requirements

• Previous experience in community work, social development, or a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse groups.
• Strong understanding of the local context and challenges in Queenstown .
• Ability to work independently and foster trust within communities.
• Enthusiasm for community mobilization and empowerment.
• Basic reporting and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for training in community development methodologies.
• A deeply rewarding role working directly with and for the community.
• Be part of a team committed to positive social impact in Queenstown .
• Field-based work with significant community interaction.