Community Sanitation Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance

Paid time off

Community initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Community Sanitation Coordinator to boost cleanliness and public health in Soweto. You will oversee cleaning, implement sanitation plans, and promote safe, hygienic public spaces for residents and visitors.

Work closely with local authorities and community groups to enhance wellbeing and the area’s aesthetic. This role offers a rewarding chance to impact Gauteng communities directly.

Qualifications

• Experience in sanitation, public health, or community services roles.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, waste management, and public health guidelines.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to engage with diverse community members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A commitment to improving community hygiene and public health.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the daily cleaning and sanitation activities in designated public areas.
• Develop and implement effective sanitation plans to address specific community needs.
• Ensure proper waste management and recycling practices are followed throughout the community.
• Conduct regular inspections of public spaces, parks, and facilities for cleanliness and safety.
• Liaise with local government officials, community leaders, and residents on sanitation matters.
• Provide guidance and support to cleaning staff and volunteers.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Public health knowledge

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Community Sanitation Coordinator to play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and promoting public health standards within various community spaces in Soweto . This position involves coordinating cleaning efforts, implementing sanitation strategies, and ensuring that public areas are safe and hygienic for residents and visitors. You will work closely with local authorities and community groups, contributing to the overall well-being and aesthetic appeal of the area. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a direct, positive impact on the community and foster a culture of cleanliness and responsibility in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the daily cleaning and sanitation activities in designated public areas.
• Develop and implement effective sanitation plans to address specific community needs.
• Ensure proper waste management and recycling practices are followed throughout the community.
• Conduct regular inspections of public spaces, parks, and facilities for cleanliness and safety.
• Liaise with local government officials, community leaders, and residents on sanitation matters.
• Provide guidance and support to cleaning staff and volunteers.

Requirements

• Experience in sanitation , public health, or community services roles.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, waste management, and public health guidelines.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to engage with diverse community members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A commitment to improving community hygiene and public health.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work arrangement, combining field and office-based duties.
• Opportunities to participate in community development initiatives.
• Health insurance and paid time off.
• The satisfaction of making a tangible difference in the local community.