Centurion Community Engagement Lead (In-Person)

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contractor role

In-person collaboration

Professional development

Impactful projects

Networking opportunities

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Community Engagement Facilitator based in Centurion, Gauteng. This in-person role focuses on building durable ties with residents, local leaders and organizations to tailor engagement strategies to local needs and aspirations.

You will design plans, mobilize participation, and deliver regular reports to guide program development and ensure meaningful social impact in Gauteng. A Bachelor’s degree and at least four years in engagement are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Community Development, Sociology, Social Work or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in community engagement, facilitation, or similar role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing engagement strategies.
• Excellent facilitation, mediation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive community engagement plans and strategies.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and public forums.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, leaders, and local organizations.
• Identify community needs and assets, and facilitate participatory planning processes.
• Mobilize community participation and support for organizational projects and initiatives.
• Develop communication materials (e.g., newsletters, flyers) to inform and engage the community.
• Collect and analyze feedback from community members to inform program development and adaptation.
• Mediate conflicts and facilitate constructive dialogue among diverse stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of community-based projects and monitor their progress.
• Provide regular reports on engagement activities and outcomes to the project management team.

Skills

Facilitation

Community engagement

Mediation

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Sociology, Social Work, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Community Engagement Facilitator based in Centurion, Gauteng. This in-person role focuses on building durable ties with residents, local leaders and organizations to tailor engagement strategies to local needs and aspirations.

You will design plans, mobilize participation, and deliver regular reports to guide program development and ensure meaningful social impact in Gauteng. A Bachelor’s degree and at least four years in engagement are required.