Community Mobilization Lead

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development & training

Impactful community work in Gauteng

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an energetic Community Mobilization Lead in Soweto to galvanize residents toward collective action and positive social change. You will build local networks, facilitate dialogues, and empower communities to participate in decision‑making, driving engagement for impactful initiatives across Gauteng.

The role emphasizes social justice, community empowerment, and the delivery of sustainable outcomes through grassroots strategies and collaborative partnerships.

Qualifications

• Experience in community organizing, social work, or community development.
• Strong understanding of social dynamics and grassroots mobilization techniques.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build trust and rapport within diverse communities.
• Experience working in or with the Soweto community is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and community empowerment principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for effective community mobilization and engagement.
• Identify and engage key community leaders, stakeholders, and influencers.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and dialogue sessions.
• Empower residents to participate actively in decision-making processes.
• Organize and support community-led initiatives and projects.
• Track and report on mobilization efforts and community feedback.

Skills

Community organizing

Social work

Community development

Facilitation & communication

Stakeholder engagement

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an energetic and experienced Community Mobilization Lead to galvanize and organize residents in Soweto towards collective action and positive social change. This role is critical for empowering communities, fostering grassroots participation, and ensuring that our client's programs effectively meet the needs of the people they serve within Gauteng . You will be responsible for building strong community networks, facilitating dialogue, and driving engagement for impactful initiatives. If you are passionate about social justice and community empowerment, this role offers a unique opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for effective community mobilization and engagement.
• Identify and engage key community leaders, stakeholders, and influencers.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and dialogue sessions.
• Empower residents to participate actively in decision-making processes.
• Organize and support community-led initiatives and projects.
• Track and report on mobilization efforts and community feedback.

Requirements

• Experience in community organizing , social work, or community development.
• Strong understanding of social dynamics and grassroots mobilization techniques.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build trust and rapport within diverse communities.
• Experience working in or with the Soweto community is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and community empowerment principles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead impactful mobilization efforts within a significant community.
• Professional development and training in community organizing and leadership.
• Work within a dedicated team committed to social impact in Gauteng .
• Directly contribute to empowering residents and fostering sustainable community development.