Community Organizer - Mahikeng

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Organizer to mobilize residents in Mahikeng toward positive collective action. You will identify needs, build coalitions and facilitate grassroots efforts with local leaders and organizations to foster civic engagement and social improvement.

The role emphasizes social justice and community empowerment, offering opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative, mission-driven team focused on the North West province.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field as listed.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in community organizing or related field.
• Proven ability to mobilize people and build coalitions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and facilitation skills.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and social justice issues.
• Experience in the Mahikeng area is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify community issues and concerns through outreach and engagement activities.
• Mobilize residents to participate in community initiatives and decision-making.
• Build and strengthen relationships with leaders, residents and local organizations.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops and campaign events.
• Develop strategies for advocacy and collective action to address needs.
• Track progress on projects and report outcomes and impact.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sociology/Political Science/Community Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Community Organizer to mobilize and empower residents in Mahikeng towards positive collective action and social improvement. This role involves identifying community needs, building coalitions, and facilitating grassroots efforts to address local issues. You will work closely with community members, local leaders, and organizations to foster civic engagement and drive sustainable change. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual passionate about social justice and community empowerment to play a significant role in shaping a better future for the residents of the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify community issues and concerns through outreach and engagement activities.
• Mobilize residents to participate in community initiatives and decision-making processes.
• Build and strengthen relationships with community leaders, residents, and local organizations.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and campaign events.
• Develop strategies for effective advocacy and collective action to address community needs.
• Track progress on community projects and report on outcomes and impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Political Science, Community Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in community organizing, activism, or a related field.
• Proven ability to mobilize people and build coalitions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and social justice issues.
• Experience working within the Mahikeng area is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.
• Medical aid and retirement benefits.
• A rewarding role focused on community empowerment.
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.