Community Engagement Coordinator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Ibrido; ZAR 420.000 - 540.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Professional development

Autonomy and impact

Travel allowance

Retirement fund

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Community Engagement Coordinator for a hybrid role in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will build relationships with diverse communities, develop engagement strategies, and gather input to align initiatives with local needs.

On-site attendance for meetings and events will be required, with remote planning and admin tasks allowed. The role emphasizes networking, understanding community dynamics, and a passion for collaborative development to extend impact in the

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Sociology, Communications, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, or related field.
• Proven experience in planning and facilitating community events and consultations.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute comprehensive community engagement plans and strategies.
• Organise and facilitate community meetings, workshops, focus groups, and public forums.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local organisations, and residents.
• Act as a primary point of contact for community inquiries and feedback.
• Identify community needs, priorities, and opportunities for collaboration.
• Develop communication materials to inform and engage the community.
• Represent the organisation at community events and stakeholder meetings.
• Document engagement activities, outcomes, and feedback for reporting purposes.
• Support the development of community-based projects and initiatives.

Conoscenze

Community engagement

Stakeholder relations

Event planning

Public speaking

Negotiation

Social media

Microsoft Office

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Community Development

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Social media platforms

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role Our client, a reputable organisation dedicated to community upliftment, is seeking a proactive Community Engagement Coordinator to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This pivotal role involves building and strengthening relationships between the organisation and the diverse communities it serves. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to foster meaningful engagement, gather community input, and ensure the organisation's initiatives align with local needs. This hybrid role requires a balance of on-site presence in Stellenbosch for meetings, events, and direct engagement, with remote flexibility for planning and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional networking skills, a deep understanding of community dynamics, and a passion for collaborative development. Your work will be crucial in enhancing the impact and reach of our client's efforts in Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive community engagement plans and strategies.
• Organise and facilitate community meetings, workshops, focus groups, and public forums.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local organisations, and residents.
• Act as a primary point of contact for community inquiries and feedback.
• Identify community needs, priorities, and opportunities for collaboration.
• Develop communication materials (newsletters, social media content, presentations) to inform and engage the community.
• Represent the organisation at community events and stakeholder meetings.
• Document engagement activities, outcomes, and feedback for reporting purposes.
• Support the development of community-based projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Sociology, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in planning and facilitating community events and consultations.
• Strong understanding of community development principles and social dynamics.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with social media platforms.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with the Stellenbosch and surrounding Western Cape community landscape is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development in community organising and project management.
• A dynamic role with significant autonomy and impact.
• Work within a mission-driven organisation that values community partnerships.
• Travel allowance for work-related travel within the region.
• Contribution to retirement fund.