Remote Community Engagement & Outreach Lead

Placements24; Rustenburg; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Community Engagement Specialist to design and implement strategies connecting the organization with diverse communities across South Africa, including Rustenburg. The role emphasizes exceptional virtual communication and relationship-building in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Communications or related field, proven remote engagement experience, and strong content creation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Sociology, Education, or related field.
• Proven experience in community engagement, public relations, or digital marketing with remote interaction.
• Exceptional virtual communication and interpersonal skills for digital engagement.
• Proficiency in social media management platforms and virtual events software.
• Experience in content creation and digital storytelling.
• Strong organization to manage multiple projects remotely.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Understanding of non-profit operations and education equity.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement remote community engagement strategies across diverse groups in SA.
• Facilitate virtual workshops, webinars, and online forums for information sharing and feedback.
• Build relationships with community stakeholders, educators, and partners digitally.
• Create online content (social posts, newsletters, website updates) for mission promotion.
• Manage online community platforms and discussions to maintain a positive environment.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align outreach with organizational goals.
• Analyze engagement metrics and report on reach and sentiment.
• Identify digital tools to enhance interaction and support.
• Organize virtual events and campaigns to raise awareness and mobilize support.
• Serve as a primary contact for remote communities, addressing inquiries promptly.

Skills

Remote communication

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Content creation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Social media platforms

Virtual event software

Online collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Community Engagement Specialist to design and implement strategies connecting the organization with diverse communities across South Africa, including Rustenburg. The role emphasizes exceptional virtual communication and relationship-building in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Communications or related field, proven remote engagement experience, and strong content creation skills.