Community Mobilization Officer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Community Mobilization Officer to empower marginalized communities remotely. You will engage with community members, identify needs, and drive grassroots initiatives for sustainable change across programs.

The role emphasizes stakeholder liaison, capacity building, and collaborative planning, with strong emphasis on communication and empowerment in a fully remote team setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Sociology, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in community development, mobilization, or related field, preferably with NGOs.
• Proven experience in facilitating participatory processes and community engagement activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics, social structures, and development challenges.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with virtual collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with Paarl, Western Cape region is highly desirable.
• Commitment to community empowerment and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to mobilize and engage community members in program activities and decision-making processes.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus group discussions to identify needs, priorities, and solutions.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with community leaders, local groups, and individuals.
• Support the formation and strengthening of community-based organizations and committees.
• Facilitate participatory planning, implementation, and monitoring of community-led development projects.
• Provide training and capacity building to community members on relevant topics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Community engagement

Negotiation

Training capacity building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to empowering marginalized communities, is seeking a highly motivated Community Mobilization Officer to join their fully remote team. This crucial role involved engaging with communities, building local capacity, and facilitating grassroots initiatives that foster social change and improve livelihoods. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of community development principles, and a proven ability to inspire and organize community members. This is a significant opportunity to make a profound impact from a distance, working collaboratively with communities to identify needs and implement sustainable solutions. You will be empowered to drive positive change through strategic engagement and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to mobilize and engage community members in program activities and decision-making processes.
• Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and focus group discussions to identify needs, priorities, and solutions.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with community leaders, local groups, and individuals.
• Support the formation and strengthening of community-based organizations and committees.
• Facilitate participatory planning, implementation, and monitoring of community-led development projects.
• Provide training and capacity building to community members on relevant topics (e.g., leadership, advocacy, project management).
• Ensure that program interventions are culturally appropriate and responsive to community contexts.
• Document community mobilization efforts, progress, and challenges, preparing regular reports.
• Liaise with local government authorities and other stakeholders to foster collaboration and support for community initiatives.
• Act as a bridge between the community and the organization, ensuring effective communication and feedback.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Sociology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in community development, mobilization, or related field, preferably with non-governmental organizations.
• Proven experience in facilitating participatory processes and community engagement activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics, social structures, and development challenges.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with virtual collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities within communities in the Paarl, Western Cape region is highly desirable.
• Commitment to principles of community empowerment and social justice.
• Fluency in relevant local languages is an advantage.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers excellent flexibility and the chance to work from home while making a significant impact.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and ample paid time off.
• You will have access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance your skills.
• The supportive and collaborative virtual team environment fosters growth and shared success.
• This role is ideal for a self-starter who is passionate about community-led development and thrives in an independent work setting.

Join our client and empower communities from the ground up, contributing to lasting positive change.