Community Organizer

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Empower residents in Randburg

Passionate team focused on social good

Experience in grassroots organizing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Community Organizer in Randburg, Gauteng to mobilize residents and build collective power for local social change. You will engage residents to identify priorities, train leaders, and lead campaigns.

The role emphasizes strong interpersonal and public speaking skills, with flexibility for evenings and weekends to support campaign activities. You will collaborate with residents, local leaders, and allied organizations to draft strategies, organize events, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community organizing or related field.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to mobilize diverse groups and build relationships.
• Familiarity with social justice issues and community development principles.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as campaign activities require.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, and train community leaders and volunteers.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and public forums.
• Develop and implement strategic organizing campaigns on identified local issues.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, local leaders, and allied organizations.
• Conduct research on community needs and policy issues.
• Mobilize residents for advocacy actions, including petitions, lobbying, and demonstrations.
• Develop communications materials to engage the community.
• Coordinate with partner organizations to amplify impact.
• Track progress and document successes of organizing efforts.
• Represent the organization at community events and public meetings.

Skills

Community organizing

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Advocacy

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a grassroots organization committed to social justice and community empowerment, is actively seeking a dedicated and energetic Community Organizer to join their team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is central to mobilizing residents, building collective power, and advocating for positive change on local issues. The ideal candidate is passionate about community engagement, possesses strong interpersonal and leadership skills, and has a proven ability to inspire and mobilize people towards shared goals. You will be working directly with residents to identify priorities and develop strategies for action within the Randburg community.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, and train community leaders and volunteers.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and public forums.
• Develop and implement strategic organizing campaigns on identified local issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, local leaders, and allied organizations.
• Conduct research on community needs and policy issues.
• Mobilize residents for advocacy actions, including petition drives, lobbying efforts, and public demonstrations.
• Develop communication materials, such as flyers, newsletters, and social media content, to engage the community.
• Coordinate collaborative efforts with partner organizations to amplify impact.
• Track progress and document successes of organizing efforts.
• Represent the organization at community events and public meetings.

Requirements

• Proven experience in community organizing, grassroots activism, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and mobilize diverse groups of people.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Strong understanding of social justice issues and community development principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in public speaking and presentation.
• Familiarity with the challenges and dynamics of the Gauteng community.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Commitment to social change and community empowerment.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by campaign activities.

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• The opportunity to work directly with and empower residents in Randburg .
• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to social change.
• Gain valuable experience in grassroots organizing and advocacy.
• Contribute to meaningful improvements within the Gauteng community.