Community Engagement Specialist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Presencial; ZAR 300.000 - 420.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary in sector

Health and wellness benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive and inclusive environment

Flexible working arrangements

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a proactive Community Engagement Specialist to build strong community relationships and ensure voices shape service delivery. You will design and implement outreach programs, fostering participation and social impact.

Lead outreach events, create communications materials, and monitor outcomes while collaborating with internal teams. Flexibility to support community activities, including evenings/weekends, is required to maximize impact in Rustenburg.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in community development, social sciences, public relations or related field.
• Proven experience in community engagement or outreach.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and participatory approaches.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends for events.
• Commitment to empowering communities and fostering social inclusion in Rustenburg.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement community engagement strategies.
• Organise outreach events, workshops and information sessions.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, residents and local organisations.
• Facilitate dialogue to understand community needs and priorities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to inform program development and delivery.
• Create engaging communication materials, including newsletters and reports.
• Identify opportunities for partnerships with other stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate engagement activities and report outcomes.
• Represent the organisation at community forums and events.
• Promote awareness of available social care services.

Conocimientos

Community engagement

Outreach

Communication

Project management

Public speaking

Educación

Bachelor's degree in related field

Herramientas

Social media

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dedicated organisation focused on enhancing community well-being within Rustenburg, North West , is seeking a proactive and visionary Community Engagement Specialist. This role is integral to building strong relationships between the organisation and the diverse communities it serves. The Specialist will be responsible for designing and implementing outreach programs, fostering participation, and ensuring that community voices are heard and incorporated into service delivery. A passion for social impact and excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive positive change and strengthen social fabric in Rustenburg , working within the vital Community & Social Care sector. The successful candidate will play a key part in developing impactful initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive community engagement strategies.
• Organise and lead outreach events, workshops, and information sessions for diverse community groups.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, residents, and local organisations.
• Facilitate dialogue and feedback mechanisms to understand community needs and priorities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure community insights inform program development and delivery.
• Create engaging communication materials, including newsletters, social media content, and reports.
• Identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with other community stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of engagement activities, reporting on outcomes.
• Represent the organisation at community forums and relevant events.
• Promote awareness of available social care services and resources.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community engagement, outreach, or a similar role, preferably within North West province.
• Excellent understanding of community dynamics and participatory approaches.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with diverse populations.
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and social media platforms.
• Experience in developing and disseminating communication materials.
• Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends as required by community events.
• A commitment to empowering communities and fostering social inclusion in Rustenburg.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary benchmarked within the Community & Social Care sector, along with potential for performance-based recognition.
• Health and wellness benefits are offered, promoting employee well-being.
• Opportunities for professional growth through specialised training and workshops are available.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values innovation and community impact is guaranteed.
• Flexible working arrangements, where applicable, contribute to a healthy work-life balance.
• The chance to directly influence and improve the lives of residents in Rustenburg provides intrinsic rewards.