Community Engagement Facilitator

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and pension benefits

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth opportunities

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Engagement Facilitator in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will design and implement outreach strategies, foster partnerships, and ensure community needs are understood and addressed.

The role emphasizes building strong connections between services and communities, with flexibility for non-standard hours and a hybrid work setup in the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Community Development or related field.
• Experience in community engagement, facilitation, or outreach roles.
• Strong understanding of Vereeniging's community dynamics and social issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage diverse community groups.
• Organize and lead community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders and organizations.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform service development.
• Facilitate dialogue and collaboration between community and service providers.
• Promote awareness of available social care services and programs.

Skills

Public speaking

Group facilitation

Community engagement

Outreach planning

Event organization

Teamwork

Education

Qualification in Community Development or Social Sciences

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and community-minded Community Engagement Facilitator to join their vibrant team in Vereeniging . This role is central to building strong connections between our client's services and the communities they serve. You will be responsible for designing and implementing outreach strategies, fostering partnerships, and ensuring community needs are understood and addressed. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work within the dynamic Gauteng region, promoting social inclusion and empowering residents through active participation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute outreach plans to engage diverse community groups.
• Organize and lead community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community leaders and organizations.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform service development.
• Facilitate dialogue and collaboration between the community and service providers.
• Promote awareness of available social care services and programs.

Requirements

• Qualification in Community Development, Social Sciences, or related area.
• Proven experience in community engagement, facilitation, or outreach roles.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and social issues in Vereeniging .
• Excellent public speaking, presentation, and group facilitation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours as required for events and meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking.
• Comprehensive benefits including health and pension.
• A role that directly contributes to community empowerment and development.