Hybrid Community Engagement & Social Impact Lead (Sandton)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement planning benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks a Community Engagement Officer to build strong relationships between mining operations and local communities. You will assess needs, facilitate dialogue, and drive social programs aligned with SLP commitments.

This hybrid role combines office strategy with on-ground engagement across Gauteng, requiring travel, clear communication, stakeholder liaison, and robust reporting to measure impact and ensure ethical engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in community engagement, CSR or stakeholder relations.
• Knowledge of SLP framework is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community engagement strategies for mining operations in Sandton.
• Build and maintain trust-based relationships with community leaders, local officials, and stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings and information sessions.
• Manage social investment and development programs to meet community needs and SLP objectives.
• Respond to and address community grievances and concerns promptly.
• Monitor and report on community sentiment, social risks, and engagement effectiveness.
• Collaborate with HR, Operations, and Legal for coordinated engagement efforts.
• Promote local economic development, job creation, and skills training within communities.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and company policies.

Skills

Community engagement

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder relations

Conflict resolution

Report writing

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Communications, Development Studies, Public Relations, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks a Community Engagement Officer to build strong relationships between mining operations and local communities. You will assess needs, facilitate dialogue, and drive social programs aligned with SLP commitments.

This hybrid role combines office strategy with on-ground engagement across Gauteng, requiring travel, clear communication, stakeholder liaison, and robust reporting to measure impact and ensure ethical engagement.