Community Arts Engagement Lead - Upington

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Arts sector impact

Collaborative team

Cultural enrichment

Community engagement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Engagement Officer in Upington to foster stronger ties with local communities, artists, schools, and cultural organizations in the Northern Cape. You will develop outreach strategies, organize events, and facilitate dialogue to ensure arts programs are accessible and relevant.

The role emphasizes relationship building, effective communication, and hands-on event coordination to promote participation and impact in the Upington area.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, outreach, or a related field.
• Proven ability to build rapport and foster relationships with diverse groups.
• Strong organizational and event management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for the arts and a commitment to community development in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute plans to engage diverse community groups with the foundation's programs.
• Organize and manage community events, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with local artists, schools, leaders, and cultural orgs.
• Serve as a point of contact for community inquiries and promote positive relations.
• Gather feedback to inform program development and enhance engagement strategies.

Skills

Community engagement

Outreach

Event management

Communication

Relationship building

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Community Engagement Officer in Upington to foster stronger ties with local communities, artists, schools, and cultural organizations in the Northern Cape. You will develop outreach strategies, organize events, and facilitate dialogue to ensure arts programs are accessible and relevant.

The role emphasizes relationship building, effective communication, and hands-on event coordination to promote participation and impact in the Upington area.