Community Engagement Facilitator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Team environment

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Engagement Facilitator to foster strong connections and drive participation in initiatives within Mahikeng, North West. You will design and lead engagement activities promoting understanding, collaboration, and development goals, empowering local residents.

The role emphasizes bridging the organization with the community, ensuring local voices are heard and valued and supporting community-led initiatives and social development.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, facilitation, social work, or a related field.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse groups and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus groups.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, leaders, and local organizations.
• Identify community needs, interests, and priorities through effective engagement.
• Communicate program information clearly and accessibly to diverse audiences.
• Encourage active participation and contribution from community members.
• Support the development and implementation of community-led initiatives.
• Provide feedback to the organization on community perspectives and concerns.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Community engagement

Independent work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Community Engagement Facilitator to foster strong connections and drive participation in initiatives within Mahikeng. This role is vital for building bridges between the organization and the community, ensuring that local voices are heard and valued. You will be responsible for designing and leading engagement activities that promote understanding, collaboration, and collective action towards development goals in the North West province. The ideal candidate is passionate about community work, possesses excellent facilitation skills, and is committed to empowering local residents. Become a key part of an organization dedicated to positive social change.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus groups.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, leaders, and local organizations.
• Identify community needs, interests, and priorities through effective engagement.
• Communicate program information clearly and accessibly to diverse audiences.
• Encourage active participation and contribution from community members.
• Support the development and implementation of community-led initiatives.
• Provide feedback to the organization on community perspectives and concerns.

Requirements

• Experience in community engagement, facilitation, social work, or a related field.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse groups and individuals.
• Understanding of community dynamics and development principles.
• Experience working in or with communities in the North West region is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple engagement activities.
• A genuine passion for community empowerment and social development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and responsibilities.
• Direct opportunity to engage with and empower the Mahikeng community.
• Training and development opportunities in facilitation and engagement techniques.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaborative impact.
• Be instrumental in driving positive change within the community.