Community Development Facilitator

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Impactful projects

Capacity building

Field-based role

Non-profit environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Community Development Facilitator to empower local communities by identifying needs, mobilizing resources, and guiding sustainable development projects. This hands-on role focuses on grassroots initiatives and building capacity within neighbourhoods.

You will collaborate with community members, local leaders, and partner organisations, deliver training, monitor progress, and report outcomes to ensure accountability and lasting positive change for

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience in community facilitation, project coordination, or development work.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and participatory methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and community structures.

Responsibilities

• Engage with community members to identify development needs and priorities.
• Facilitate participatory planning processes for community projects.
• Mobilize community resources and coordinate efforts towards project implementation.
• Provide training and capacity building for community members and local groups.
• Monitor project progress, report on outcomes, and ensure accountability.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with local stakeholders and partners.

Skills

Community facilitation

Project coordination

Participatory methodologies

Communication & interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Diploma or Degree in Community Development

Social Sciences degree

Related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an energetic and community-focused Community Development Facilitator to join their team in Benoni . This role is dedicated to empowering local communities by identifying needs, mobilizing resources, and facilitating sustainable development projects. You will work hands‑on with community members, local leaders, and stakeholders to foster positive change and improve quality of life. This is a hands‑on role for someone passionate about grassroots development and eager to contribute to the social and economic well‑being of communities in Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with community members to identify development needs and priorities.
• Facilitate participatory planning processes for community projects.
• Mobilize community resources and coordinate efforts towards project implementation.
• Provide training and capacity building for community members and local groups.
• Monitor project progress, report on outcomes, and ensure accountability.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with local stakeholders and partners.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience in community facilitation, project coordination, or development work.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and participatory methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and community structures.
• Passion for community empowerment and sustainable development in Benoni .

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with sector standards.
• Direct involvement in impactful community-based projects in Gauteng .
• Opportunity to build capacity and empower local residents.
• Field-based role with significant community interaction.
• Supportive work environment within a dedicated non‑profit organization.