Field Coordinator - Rural Development

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

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Field Coordinator - Rural Development to support community-driven projects in the Northern Cape. You will work with local leaders, project teams, and residents to organize field activities and ensure on-site execution.

The role emphasizes proactive field presence, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to collect data for reporting. Travel between sites is expected, and you will contribute to sustainable rural development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination, field operations or rural development work.
• Strong understanding of rural communities, especially Upington region.
• Excellent organizational and logistical planning skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities with diverse groups.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a field-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day rural development field activities.
• Facilitate communication between project teams and community stakeholders.
• Monitor activities and collect data for reporting.
• Organize community meetings, workshops and training sessions.
• Identify logistical challenges and address field issues.
• Support beneficiaries and promote active participation in project activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Field operations

Rural development

Data collection

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and organized Field Coordinator - Rural Development to support initiatives in and around Upington . This role is integral to the successful implementation of rural development projects, ensuring that activities are carried out effectively on the ground. You will work closely with community members, local leaders, and project teams to facilitate project activities, monitor progress, and provide essential support in the Northern Cape . This position requires a proactive individual with strong local knowledge and a commitment to sustainable rural development in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of rural development projects in the field.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between project teams and community stakeholders.
• Monitor project activities, track progress against milestones, and collect necessary data for reporting.
• Assist in organizing community meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
• Identify and address logistical challenges and operational issues encountered in the field.
• Provide support to project beneficiaries and ensure their active participation in project activities.

Requirements

• Previous experience in project coordination, field operations, or rural development work.
• Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities within rural communities in the Upington region.
• Excellent organizational and logistical planning skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work respectfully with diverse groups.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a field-based environment.
• Proficiency in basic reporting and data collection.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities to contribute directly to impactful rural development projects.
• Gain extensive field experience in project coordination and community engagement.
• A supportive team environment dedicated to making a difference in rural areas.
• Travel allowance provided for field-based activities.