Community Mobilization Officer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Community Mobilization Officer who is active and community-focused, working fully remotely to engage Gauteng communities in our clients programs and initiatives. You will design strategies to foster ownership, facilitate dialogue, and build local capacity for sustainable development.

The role requires strong facilitation, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting, with a deep understanding of participatory approaches

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community development, social work, or community mobilization.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage remote communication effectively.
• Understanding of participatory approaches and community-led development.
• Familiarity with the social landscape of Gauteng and its communities is a significant asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective community mobilization strategies and action plans.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus group discussions to gather input and build consensus.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and influencers.
• Identify community needs and opportunities for program involvement and resource mobilization.
• Train and support community facilitators and local champions.
• Monitor and report on the progress and impact of community mobilization activities.

Skills

facilitation

communication

interpersonal skills

remote work

participatory approaches

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences / Development Studies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an active and community-focused Community Mobilization Officer for a fully remote role. This position is dedicated to engaging and empowering local communities to participate actively in our client's programs and initiatives. You will develop strategies to foster community ownership, facilitate dialogue, and build local capacity for sustainable development. Working remotely, you will connect with various community groups, leaders, and stakeholders across Gauteng , using digital tools to drive participation and support for our client's vital work. This role requires a deep understanding of community dynamics and a passion for grassroots engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective community mobilization strategies and action plans.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus group discussions to gather input and build consensus.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and influencers.
• Identify community needs and opportunities for program involvement and resource mobilization.
• Train and support community facilitators and local champions.
• Monitor and report on the progress and impact of community mobilization activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community development, social work, or community mobilization.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage remote communication effectively.
• Understanding of participatory approaches and community-led development.
• Familiarity with the social landscape of Gauteng and its communities is a significant asset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Fully remote work flexibility, allowing for a great work-life balance.
• Direct impact on community empowerment and development projects.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Supportive virtual team environment dedicated to a shared mission.