Community Engagement Officer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Social impact environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks a dedicated Community Engagement Officer to build and nurture local relationships, promoting awareness of programs and encouraging participation. The role blends hands-on community work with strategic planning in a hybrid setup.

You will organize outreach events, engage with diverse community members, and identify opportunities to better serve local needs. Strong communication and collaboration are essential to drive meaningful impact in Mossel Bay.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, social work, public relations, or related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to organize and manage events and outreach activities.
• Understanding of the needs and dynamics of the local Western Cape community.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
• Proficiency in basic office software and social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging community outreach programs and initiatives to foster participation and support.
• Organize and coordinate community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Act as a primary liaison between the organization and community stakeholders, addressing concerns and facilitating communication.
• Identify community needs and recommend program adjustments or new initiatives to better meet those needs.
• Recruit and manage volunteers for outreach activities, providing guidance and support.
• Maintain accurate records of community interactions, event participation, and feedback.

Skills

Community engagement

Public relations

Event coordination

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Social media

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Community Engagement Officer to join their team in Mossel Bay . This pivotal role involves building and nurturing relationships within the local community to promote awareness and participation in our client's programs. You will be responsible for organizing outreach events, facilitating communication between the organization and community members, and identifying opportunities to better serve local needs. This hybrid position allows for both hands-on community interaction and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging community outreach programs and initiatives to foster participation and support.
• Organize and coordinate community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Act as a primary liaison between the organization and community stakeholders, addressing concerns and facilitating communication.
• Identify community needs and recommend program adjustments or new initiatives to better meet those needs.
• Recruit and manage volunteers for outreach activities, providing guidance and support.
• Maintain accurate records of community interactions, event participation, and feedback.

Requirements

• Experience in community engagement , social work, public relations, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to organize and manage events and outreach activities.
• Strong understanding of the needs and dynamics of the local Western Cape community .
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
• Proficiency in basic office software and social media platforms for communication.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community development in Mossel Bay .
• Flexible working arrangements with a hybrid model.
• Access to professional development and training.
• A positive and supportive work environment focused on social impact.