Community Outreach Coordinator

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel allowance

Professional development

Collaborative team

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Community Outreach Coordinator to lead engagement efforts in Centurion, Gauteng. You will drive outreach programs, build relationships with community members, NGOs, and stakeholders, and promote our client’s services from the Centurion office.

You will plan, organize, and execute events, workshops, and information sessions, tailoring programs to community needs and measuring impact for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, PR, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication with presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in event planning and logistics management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to connect with target community groups.
• Organize and manage community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Build and maintain relationships with local leaders, NGOs, and community representatives.
• Create engaging outreach materials, including flyers and social media content.
• Track and report outreach activities and measure impact on engagement.
• Identify community needs and propose relevant program adaptations.
• Represent the organization at community forums and events.

Skills

Networking

Relationship-building

Communication

Public speaking

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences/PR/Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic Community Outreach Coordinator to lead engagement efforts in Centurion . This role is crucial for building strong relationships with local community members, organizations, and stakeholders to promote our client's services and initiatives. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing outreach programs that address community needs and foster positive engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how our client connects with and serves the Gauteng community, working from our established Centurion office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive outreach strategies to connect with target community groups.
• Organize and manage community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local leaders, NGOs, and community representatives.
• Create engaging outreach materials, including flyers, social media content, and presentations.
• Track and report on outreach activities, measuring their effectiveness and impact on community engagement.
• Identify emerging community needs and propose relevant program or service adaptations.
• Represent the organization at community forums, meetings, and public events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community outreach, program coordination, or event management.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with presentation skills.
• Proficiency in event planning and logistics management.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed for events.
• Knowledge of the Centurion and surrounding Gauteng communities is a significant asset.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary, commensurate with experience.
• Allowance for travel expenses related to outreach activities.
• Opportunities to lead impactful community initiatives.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment within a dedicated team.
• Support for professional development in community engagement and leadership.