Remote Community Development & Empowerment Lead

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Community Development Facilitator to lead initiatives in Mahikeng, North West. You will work with residents, leaders, and partners to design programs that empower communities and strengthen local livelihoods through participatory methods.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field, at least four years in community development or facilitation, and strong facilitation and communication skills. Travel within the region is expected. Remote options available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, Community Development, Sociology, Development Studies, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in community development or facilitation.
• Demonstrated experience with participatory rural appraisal (PRA) and community engagement methodologies.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the social and economic context of North West province, especially Mahikeng, is desirable.
• Willingness to travel within the region.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement community development programs with local residents and stakeholders in Mahikeng.
• Facilitate participatory planning processes, workshops, and community meetings to identify needs and priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, local government, NGOs, and development partners.
• Mobilize community resources and foster local ownership of development initiatives.
• Provide training and capacity-building support to community groups and local leaders.
• Monitor progress and impact of development activities and document achievements and challenges.
• Assist in developing project proposals and securing funding for community initiatives.
• Promote sustainable practices in livelihoods, education, health, and infrastructure.
• Represent our client in community forums and development networks.
• Ensure programs are inclusive and responsive to marginalized groups.

Skills

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Community development

Education

Degree in Social Work / Community Development / Sociology / Development Studies

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Community Development Facilitator to lead initiatives in Mahikeng, North West. You will work with residents, leaders, and partners to design programs that empower communities and strengthen local livelihoods through participatory methods.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field, at least four years in community development or facilitation, and strong facilitation and communication skills. Travel within the region is expected. Remote options available.