Community Development Officer - Remote Engagement

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible schedule

Health benefits

Impactful work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Community Development Officer to lead remote engagement initiatives designed to empower communities and foster sustainable development through digital platforms and virtual interactions.

You will design and implement strategies, identify community needs, and facilitate virtual projects across various regions, building strong online relationships and monitoring outcomes while collaborating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community development, project management, with a focus on digital engagement.
• Strong understanding of needs assessment and participatory development approaches.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills in a virtual context.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement remote community development strategies using digital tools.
• Facilitate online workshops, training sessions, and forums to foster engagement and knowledge sharing.
• Identify community needs through virtual research and stakeholder consultations.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, partners online.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of remote initiatives and report lessons learned.
• Collaborate with internal teams to leverage technology for program delivery.

Skills

Community development

Project management

Digital/remote engagement

Facilitation

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Community Development

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences

Tools

Digital collaboration tools

Online project management platforms

Social media platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and innovative Community Development Officer to lead their remote engagement initiatives. This fully remote position will focus on designing and implementing strategies that empower communities and foster sustainable development through digital platforms and virtual interactions. You will be instrumental in identifying community needs, building online engagement, and facilitating virtual projects that drive positive social change across various regions. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking leader with a passion for community empowerment and a proven ability to manage projects and build relationships in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement remote community development strategies and programs using digital tools.


• Facilitate online workshops, training sessions, and community forums to foster engagement and knowledge sharing.


• Identify community needs and opportunities through virtual research and stakeholder consultations.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, partners, and stakeholders online.


• Monitor and evaluate the impact of remote initiatives, reporting on key outcomes and lessons learned.


• Collaborate with internal teams to leverage technology and digital platforms for program delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience in community development , project management, or a related field, with a focus on digital or remote engagement.


• Strong understanding of community needs assessment and participatory development approaches.


• Excellent facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills in a virtual context.


• Proficiency in digital collaboration tools, online project management platforms, and social media engagement strategies.


• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.


• Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Fully remote work opportunity, offering ultimate flexibility and work-life integration.


• Opportunity to shape and lead innovative remote development programs.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• A dynamic and forward-thinking organizational culture focused on impact and innovation.