Community Engagement Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to foster connections with residents in Kimberley. You will organize events, disseminate information, and gather feedback to guide program development. The role focuses on building trust and empowering the local community.

The ideal candidate communicates effectively across diverse groups, plans outreach activities, and represents the organization at local events in Kimberley, South Africa. A passion for community empowerment is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community engagement or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to organize and manage events and outreach activities.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and needs assessment.
• Proficiency in relevant communication tools and platforms.
• Genuine desire to connect with and serve the Kimberley community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute community engagement plans and outreach activities.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and public forums.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, leaders, and local organizations.
• Effectively communicate program information and organizational updates to the community.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and service delivery.
• Represent the organization at community events and local gatherings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Facilitation

Event planning

Community engagement

Needs assessment

Public relations

Tools

Communication tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and personable Community Engagement Specialist to foster deeper connections with residents in Kimberley . This role is dedicated to building trust, understanding community needs, and facilitating active participation in our client's programs and initiatives. You will be the bridge between the organization and the community, organizing events, disseminating information, and gathering feedback. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, enjoys interacting with people from all walks of life, and is passionate about community empowerment. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to directly contribute to positive social change.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute community engagement plans and outreach activities.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and public forums.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, leaders, and local organizations.
• Effectively communicate program information and organizational updates to the community.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and service delivery.
• Represent the organization at community events and local gatherings.

Requirements

• Proven experience in community engagement, public relations, or a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to organize and manage events and outreach activities.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and needs assessment.
• Proficiency in relevant communication tools and platforms.
• A genuine desire to connect with and serve the Kimberley community.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development in community relations and engagement strategies.
• A dynamic and people-focused work environment.
• Generous paid time off.
• The satisfaction of directly contributing to community well-being and development.