Community Liaison Officer

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Full-time, on-site role

Comprehensive health and retirement

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Community Liaison Officer for our charity client in Randburg. The role centers on building strong relationships with diverse communities, addressing concerns, and facilitating program delivery on-site.

The successful candidate will excel in interpersonal communication, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution, supporting the organization's mission to serve the Randburg area through collaborative community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community engagement, public relations, or a similar role.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse community groups.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and social issues in Randburg.
• Experience in conflict resolution and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in basic administrative tasks and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key liaison between the organization and community members, local leaders, and stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication channels to gather community feedback, concerns, and needs.
• Organize and represent the organization at community meetings, events, and forums.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of community-based programs and initiatives.
• Resolve community-related issues and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Promote the organization's services and programs within the Randburg community and surrounding areas.

Skills

Community engagement

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Rapport building

Community dynamics Randburg

Conflict resolution

Administrative tasks

Record-keeping

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly regarded charity organization operating in the Randburg area, is seeking a proactive and personable Community Liaison Officer. This role is central to building and maintaining positive relationships between the organization and the diverse communities we serve. You will act as a primary point of contact, ensuring effective communication, addressing community concerns, and facilitating the smooth implementation of our programs. This on-site position requires strong interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of community dynamics within Randburg, enabling you to represent the organization effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a key liaison between the organization and community members, local leaders, and stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication channels to gather community feedback, concerns, and needs.
• Organize and represent the organization at community meetings, events, and forums.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of community-based programs and initiatives.
• Resolve community-related issues and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Promote the organization's services and programs within the Randburg community and surrounding areas.

Requirements

• Proven experience in community engagement, public relations, or a similar role.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse community groups.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and social issues in the Randburg area.
• Experience in conflict resolution and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in basic administrative tasks and record-keeping.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable non-profit organization making a tangible difference.
• Full-time, on-site role providing consistent engagement.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• A supportive work environment focused on community impact and collaboration.