Community Outreach Officer

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Outreach Officer to drive outreach programs in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role focuses on engaging with community leaders and stakeholders, designing initiatives, and raising awareness through a hybrid work approach.

You will build relationships, plan events, collect community feedback, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure accessible, responsive services that foster social upliftment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community development, social work, PR or similar field.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics in Tembisa and surrounding areas.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse community groups.
• Experience in event planning and facilitation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the community.
• Passion for social justice and community empowerment.
• Experience with project management or program coordination is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement outreach strategies and programs.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community leaders, local government officials, schools, and other relevant organizations.
• Identify community needs and challenges, and report them to the organization.
• Promote the organization's services and programs to increase participation and awareness.
• Collect feedback from the community to inform program development and improvement.
• Represent the organization at community events and forums.
• Develop educational materials and resources for community members.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery to the community.

Skills

Community development

Social work

Public relations

Public speaking

Event planning

Facilitation

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Social justice

Program coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to community empowerment in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA, is actively seeking a passionate and driven Community Outreach Officer. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between our services and the communities we serve. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing outreach programs, building strong relationships with local stakeholders, and increasing awareness of our initiatives. This is a hybrid position, requiring a balance of remote work flexibility and on-site engagement to foster authentic community connections. We are looking for an individual with excellent interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of community dynamics, and a commitment to social upliftment. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being and development of residents, ensuring our programs are accessible and responsive to their needs. This role demands a proactive approach and the ability to inspire engagement within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective community outreach strategies and programs.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community leaders, local government officials, schools, and other relevant organizations.
• Identify community needs and challenges, and report them to the organization.
• Promote the organization's services and programs to increase participation and awareness.
• Collect feedback from the community to inform program development and improvement.
• Represent the organization at community events and forums.
• Develop educational materials and resources for community members.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery to the community.

Requirements

• Proven experience in community development, social work, public relations, or a similar field.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and local issues within Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA and surrounding areas.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with diverse community groups.
• Experience in event planning and facilitation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the community.
• Passion for social justice and community empowerment.
• Experience with project management or program coordination is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to make a significant positive impact on the Tembisa community.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Contribute directly to meaningful social change initiatives.
• Gain valuable experience in community engagement and program management.
• Exposure to diverse community groups and stakeholders.