Community Mobilizer

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Community Mobilizer to foster engagement and drive participation in Queenstown programs, Eastern Cape. You will connect with residents, understand needs, and encourage active involvement in community initiatives designed to improve livelihoods and well-being.

This hands-on role requires building trust, disseminating information, and galvanizing local support for the charitable mission, with a focus on grassroots development and empowering communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement or social work is advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in field-based roles.
• Patience, empathy, and desire to serve the community.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with community members to build trust and rapport.
• Identify community needs and mobilize residents to participate.
• Disseminate information about services, events, and opportunities.
• Facilitate community meetings and discussions to gather feedback.
• Support organization of community events and outreach activities.
• Act as liaison between community and the organization with clear communication.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Community engagement

Field-based work

Empathy

Proactivity

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and dedicated Community Mobilizer to foster engagement and drive participation in their programs within Queenstown . This role is crucial for connecting with residents, understanding their needs, and encouraging active involvement in community initiatives designed to improve livelihoods and well-being. You will be on the front lines, building trust, disseminating information, and galvanizing community support for the charitable mission in the Eastern Cape . This is a hands‑on position for someone passionate about grassroots development and empowering local populations.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage directly with community members to build trust and rapport.
• Identify community needs and mobilize residents to participate in programs and activities.
• Disseminate information about services, events, and opportunities effectively.
• Facilitate community meetings and group discussions to gather feedback and encourage collaboration.
• Support the organization of community events and outreach activities.
• Act as a liaison between the community and the organization, ensuring clear communication flow.

Requirements

• Experience in community engagement , social work, or a related field is advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse individuals.
• Strong understanding of local community dynamics and challenges in the Eastern Cape .
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a field-based role.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to serve the community.
• Proficiency in local languages is a strong asset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a field-based role.
• Opportunity to work closely with and empower local communities.
• Meaningful work within a reputable charitable organization.
• Exposure to grassroots development and community organizing.
• Gain valuable experience in social impact work in the Eastern Cape .