Community Outreach Worker

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pro-rata pay

Hybrid schedule

Community impact

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a motivated Community Outreach Worker to connect with residents, raise awareness of social services, and guide people toward support. The role blends field outreach with remote administrative duties in Limpopo.

You will engage diverse community groups, organize events, report findings, and build trusted relationships with leaders. A background in social sciences or community development is preferred, with strong communication and empathy.

Qualifications

• A qualification in Social Sciences, Community Development or related field is advantageous.
• Experience in community work, outreach or social services.
• Familiarity with Polokwane area social landscape.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with digital tools for reporting and remote communication.
• empathy, cultural sensitivity and commitment to community well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach activities to connect with target populations.
• Inform community members about social programs, health services, and support networks.
• Identify client needs and facilitate referrals to appropriate internal and external services.
• Organize community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Build relationships with community leaders and stakeholders.
• Collect data on outreach activities and report findings to management.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Empathy and cultural sensitivity

Reporting and remote communication

Education

Social Sciences / Community Development related field

Tools

Digital reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated Community Outreach Worker to join their team in Polokwane , offering a hybrid work model. This role is focused on connecting with individuals and groups within the community, raising awareness about available social services, and encouraging participation in programs. You will be instrumental in building trust, identifying needs, and guiding people towards the support they require. This is a rewarding opportunity to engage directly with the community in Limpopo , foster positive relationships, and contribute to the well-being of residents, balancing field outreach with essential remote administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach activities in various community settings to connect with target populations.
• Inform community members about available social programs, health services, and support networks.
• Identify client needs and facilitate referrals to appropriate internal and external services.
• Organize and participate in community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with community leaders and stakeholders.
• Collect data on outreach activities and client engagement, reporting findings to the management team.

Requirements

• A qualification in Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related field is advantageous.
• Previous experience in community work, outreach, or social services.
• Familiarity with the social landscape and resources in Polokwane and surrounding areas.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups.
• Comfortable using digital tools for reporting and remote communication alongside fieldwork.
• Demonstrated empathy, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to community well-being.

Benefits

• Competitive pro-rata salary for part-time engagement.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work closely with and make a difference in the Polokwane community.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment focused on social impact.