Community Engagement & Stakeholder Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Our client, a mining company operating in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a dedicated Community Engagement Officer. You will lead engagement plans, liaise with community leaders, NGOs, and local government, and drive social development initiatives with a focus on responsible mining practices.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, and the ability to navigate diverse communities while maintaining transparent two-way communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in social sciences or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations or similar.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and mediation skills.
• Fluency in local Soweto-area languages is a plus.
• Proficiency in developing engagement plans and reporting on activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive community engagement plans aligned with company objectives and local needs.
• Act as the main point of contact for community members, local leaders, and stakeholders, addressing inquiries and concerns.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops and information sessions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community representatives, NGOs, and local government officials.
• Monitor community sentiment and provide regular reports to senior management on engagement outcomes.
• Support social investment and development programs in collaboration with the community.
• Identify social risks and opportunities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain effective communication channels for two-way dialogue with the community.
• Assist in conflict resolution and grievance processes.
• Contribute to CSR reporting and initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Negotiation

Mediation

Relationship building

Community outreach

People skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a mining company operating in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a dedicated Community Engagement Officer. You will lead engagement plans, liaise with community leaders, NGOs, and local government, and drive social development initiatives with a focus on responsible mining practices.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, and the ability to navigate diverse communities while maintaining transparent two-way communication.