Field Officer - Community Development

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Field experience

Travel allowance

Supportive team

Meaningful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Field Officer - Community Development to serve the Richards Bay community in KwaZulu-Natal. In this hands-on role, you will engage with community members to assess needs, facilitate program participation, and provide support to development initiatives.

The ideal candidate has strong local knowledge, excellent communication, and a passion for empowering communities. You will work on the front lines, monitor field activities, and report findings to help improve

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics in Richards Bay.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community needs assessments and surveys to identify key challenges and opportunities for intervention.
• Facilitate the implementation of community development projects at the grassroots level.
• Engage directly with community members, providing information, support, and guidance related to available services.
• Monitor the progress and impact of field activities, collecting data and documenting progress regularly.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community leaders and local stakeholders in the Richards Bay area.
• Report findings, challenges, and successes to the program management team, contributing to program adjustments.

Skills

Communication

Listening

Community engagement

Data collection

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and dedicated Field Officer - Community Development to serve the community of Richards Bay . In this hands-on role, you will be on the front lines, directly engaging with community members to assess needs, facilitate program participation, and provide support. Your work will be crucial in ensuring that the organization's development initiatives reach those who need them most, fostering empowerment and improving livelihoods in KwaZulu-Natal . This position requires someone who is adaptable, has strong local knowledge, and is committed to grassroots community work.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct community needs assessments and surveys to identify key challenges and opportunities for intervention.


• Facilitate the implementation of community development projects and programs at the grassroots level.


• Engage directly with community members, providing information, support, and guidance related to available services.


• Monitor the progress and impact of field activities, collecting data and documenting progress regularly.


• Build and maintain positive relationships with community leaders and local stakeholders in the Richards Bay area.


• Report findings, challenges, and successes to the program management team, contributing to program adjustments.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in community development, social work, or field-based roles is essential.


• Excellent communication and listening skills, with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.


• Strong understanding of community dynamics and local context in Richards Bay .


• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and navigate challenging field conditions.


• Basic report writing and data collection skills.


• A genuine passion for empowering communities and contributing to sustainable development in South Africa .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.


• Opportunities to gain extensive field experience in community development.


• Travel allowance for field-based activities.


• A supportive team environment focused on making a tangible impact.


• Contribution to meaningful projects that uplift local communities.