Community Advocate - Kimberley

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, seeks a passionate Community Advocate on a contract basis to empower communities by connecting them with services, rights, and resources.

You will conduct outreach, provide information on housing, legal aid, and social welfare, advocate for clients, and report on outcomes, with a focus on social justice and building trust within the local community.

Qualifications

• Experience in community work, social services, advocacy, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of social issues and resources in the Northern Cape region.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse populations.
• Proven ability to work independently and conduct outreach effectively.
• Familiarity with local government services, NGOs, and community support structures in Kimberley.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and client needs.
• Willingness to travel within the local area.
• Commitment to social justice and empowering vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to work effectively within a project-based, contractual framework.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach activities to identify individuals and families in need of support.
• Provide information and guidance on accessing local services, rights, and entitlements.
• Assist clients in navigating complex systems, such as government agencies or legal processes.
• Connect individuals with relevant community resources, including healthcare, housing, and employment services.
• Organize and facilitate community information sessions and workshops.
• Build relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and service providers in Kimberley.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure their needs are met and their rights are upheld.
• Collect data on community needs and service gaps to inform program development.
• Prepare reports on advocacy activities and outcomes.
• Maintain client confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Rapport building

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate Community Advocate to join their team on a contract basis in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is focused on empowering community members by connecting them with essential services, rights, and resources. The Community Advocate will work directly with individuals and groups to identify needs, provide information, and facilitate access to support systems, focusing on areas such as housing, legal aid, and social welfare. This position requires strong outreach skills and a deep commitment to social justice within the Kimberley community. You will be instrumental in building bridges between marginalized populations and the services designed to support them, acting as a trusted liaison and resource.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach activities to identify individuals and families in need of support.
• Provide information and guidance on accessing local services, rights, and entitlements.
• Assist clients in navigating complex systems, such as government agencies or legal processes.
• Connect individuals with relevant community resources, including healthcare, housing, and employment services.
• Organize and facilitate community information sessions and workshops.
• Build relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and service providers in Kimberley .
• Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure their needs are met and their rights are upheld.
• Collect data on community needs and service gaps to inform program development.
• Prepare reports on advocacy activities and outcomes.
• Maintain client confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions.

Requirements

• Experience in community work, social services, advocacy, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the social issues and resources available in the Northern Cape region.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse populations.
• Proven ability to work independently and conduct outreach effectively.
• Familiarity with local government services, NGOs, and community support structures in Kimberley .
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and client needs.
• A driver's license and willingness to travel within the local area.
• Commitment to social justice and empowering vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to work effectively within a project-based, contractual framework.

Benefits

• This contracting role offers a competitive annual salary, paid on a monthly basis.
• It provides a valuable opportunity to gain extensive experience in community advocacy and social impact work within Kimberley .
• You will have the chance to build a strong network within the local non-profit and public service sectors.
• This position is ideal for individuals seeking to make a tangible difference through direct community engagement.

This contracting role offers a competitive annual salary, paid on a monthly basis. It provides a valuable opportunity to gain extensive experience in community advocacy and social impact work within Kimberley . You will have the chance to build a strong network within the local non-profit and public service sectors. This position is ideal for individuals seeking to make a tangible difference through direct community engagement.