Community Outreach Coordinator

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Skills development

Community impact

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 client is seeking an energetic Community Outreach Coordinator for Queenstown, focusing on connecting with residents and promoting services. The role centers on fostering positive relationships and executing outreach activities to address community needs.

Key duties include planning events, workshops, and campaigns while engaging diverse populations. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to influence community well-being in the Eastern Cape context.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, event planning, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks.
• A deep understanding of the Queenstown community and its dynamics is a significant advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility in working hours.
• Passion for community service and making a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage target community groups.
• Organize and coordinate community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, organizations, and residents.
• Disseminate information about services, programs, and initiatives effectively.
• Represent the organization at community gatherings and public forums.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and improve service delivery.

Skills

Community engagement

Event planning

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Teamwork

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and community-minded Community Outreach Coordinator to join their team in Queenstown . This role is crucial for connecting with local residents, promoting awareness of available services, and fostering positive relationships between the organization and the community. You will be responsible for planning and executing outreach activities, events, and campaigns to engage diverse populations and address specific community needs. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of community engagement efforts in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage target community groups.
• Organize and coordinate community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, organizations, and residents.
• Disseminate information about services, programs, and initiatives effectively.
• Represent the organization at community gatherings and public forums.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and improve service delivery.

Requirements

• Experience in community engagement, event planning, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks.
• A deep understanding of the Queenstown community and its dynamics is a significant advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility in working hours.
• Passion for community service and making a positive impact.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities to develop skills in community relations and event management.
• A role with significant community interaction and visibility.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on community well-being.
• The chance to directly influence and contribute to the betterment of the Eastern Cape community.