Community Mobilization Officer - Health Programs

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Project-based bonuses

Medical aid coverage

Training in community engagement

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Community Mobilization Officer to support health programs in Kimberley, South Africa. The role focuses on engaging community members, promoting health-seeking behaviours, and facilitating access to healthcare services at the grassroots level.

You will build trust across diverse groups, raise health awareness, and drive community participation in health initiatives, with strong emphasis on interpersonal communication and cultural sensitivity.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community mobilization, engagement, or a similar role.
• Ability to travel within the Kimberley region and work flexible hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Identify key community stakeholders and build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Mobilize community members for participation in health awareness campaigns, screenings, and health education sessions.
• Facilitate community dialogues to understand local health challenges and priorities.
• Promote the utilization of available health services and programs within the community.
• Support the organization and execution of community health events and outreach activities.
• Provide basic health information and referrals to appropriate healthcare facilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Travel readiness

Education

Social Sciences / Community Development / Public Health, related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and community-oriented Community Mobilization Officer to support their health programs in Kimberley. Your primary responsibility will be to engage and mobilize community members, ensuring their active participation in health initiatives and promoting health-seeking behaviors. You will work at the grassroots level, building trust, raising awareness about health issues, and facilitating access to healthcare services. This role is crucial for the success of public health interventions, requiring strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a deep commitment to improving community well-being. You will be the face of our client within the community, driving positive health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify key community stakeholders and build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Mobilize community members for participation in health awareness campaigns, screenings, and health education sessions.
• Facilitate community dialogues to understand local health challenges and priorities.
• Promote the utilization of available health services and programs within the community.
• Support the organization and execution of community health events and outreach activities.
• Provide basic health information and referrals to appropriate healthcare facilities.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community mobilization, engagement, or a similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse community groups.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of public health principles and challenges in the local context.
• Ability to travel within the Kimberley region and work flexible hours as required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid coverage.
• Opportunities for training in community engagement and health promotion.
• A supportive and mission-driven work environment.
• Contribution to meaningful public health outcomes in the community.