Community Mobilization Officer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Mobilization Officer for on-site work in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You'll engage communities, organize forums, and support poverty alleviation initiatives with local leaders and partners.

The role requires strong facilitation, communication, and a commitment to social justice. You will travel within the province and contribute to program planning, monitoring, and reporting to drive sustainable change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences or related field.
• Experience in community development or social work.
• Ability to travel within Mpumalanga province.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community mobilization strategies to support poverty alleviation.
• Build relationships with community members, leaders, and stakeholders.
• Organize meetings, workshops, and focus groups.
• Identify community needs and support action planning.
• Mobilize inclusive community participation and represent diverse groups.
• Train and mentor local facilitators and leaders.
• Monitor and report on engagement activities and outcomes.
• Collaborate with program teams to align mobilization with objectives.
• Advocate for community interests in relevant forums.

Skills

Community development

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a community-focused non-profit organization working on poverty alleviation in the Mpumalanga province, is seeking a passionate and results-driven Community Mobilization Officer. This role is central to engaging, organizing, and empowering local communities to participate actively in development initiatives. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of community dynamics and a proven ability to foster collaboration and drive sustainable change in areas such as Nelspruit . This is an on-site position, requiring strong local presence and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies for community mobilization and engagement to support poverty alleviation programs. Build strong relationships and trust with community members, local leaders, and relevant stakeholders in Mpumalanga . Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus group discussions. Identify community needs, priorities, and resources, and facilitate community-led action planning. Mobilize community participation in program activities, ensuring inclusivity and representation. Train and mentor community facilitators and local leaders. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of mobilization strategies and community participation. Provide regular reports on community engagement activities, challenges, and achievements to management. Collaborate with program teams to ensure alignment between community mobilization efforts and program objectives. Advocate for community interests and rights within relevant forums.

Requirements

Proven experience in community development, community organizing, or social work, preferably within the non-profit sector. Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with diverse community groups and build rapport. Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Understanding of poverty alleviation strategies and community-based development approaches. Experience in participatory rural appraisal (PRA) or similar participatory methods is an advantage. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, often in challenging field conditions. A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Sociology, or a related field. In-depth knowledge of the social and economic context of Mpumalanga , particularly around Nelspruit . Commitment to empowering communities and promoting social justice. Willingness to travel extensively within the province.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary of ZAR per annum , plus benefits including medical aid and leave. This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with communities in Nelspruit and make a tangible impact on poverty alleviation efforts in Mpumalanga . Our client provides a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development within the non-profit sector.