Remote Community Engagement Specialist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary and incentives

Opportunities for growth and training

Impactful social sector work

Access to online learning resources

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Remote Community Engagement Specialist to design and drive online community strategies with a focus on Centurion, Gauteng. You will create content for social media, websites, and newsletters, and host virtual events to engage residents and organizations.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in community engagement or digital marketing, excellent written communication, and strong remote-work discipline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications, Marketing, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in community engagement, digital marketing, or related role, preferably remote.
• Proven ability to design and execute online engagement strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for compelling online content.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Strong understanding of online community dynamics and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Experience with virtual events and webinars is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with diverse online audiences.
• Familiarity with Gauteng social services landscape is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement remote community engagement strategies.
• Develop and manage content for online platforms (social media, websites, email newsletters).
• Organize and facilitate virtual events, webinars, and online forums.
• Build relationships with online community members, local organizations, and influencers.
• Monitor online discussions and respond to inquiries and feedback.
• Analyze engagement metrics and report on campaign performance.
• Collaborate with program managers to align communications with goals.
• Identify opportunities for digital partnerships and collaborations.
• Develop and maintain a database of community contacts and resources.
• Stay updated on best practices in digital community engagement.

Skills

Remote work experience

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Excellent written communication

Digital marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or Social Sciences

Tools

Social media analytics tools

Web analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated and skilled Remote Community Engagement Specialist to join their expanding team. This fully remote position will focus on developing and executing strategies to foster community involvement and support networks across various geographic areas, with an initial focus on initiatives impacting residents in Centurion, Gauteng. You will be responsible for designing and implementing online outreach programs, managing digital communication channels, and building relationships with community leaders and organizations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in community development, digital marketing, and stakeholder engagement, coupled with the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting. This role requires exceptional organizational skills and a proven track record of successful online engagement campaigns. You will play a crucial part in extending our client's reach and impact through innovative digital strategies. The focus will be on leveraging technology to build meaningful connections and deliver essential support services to diverse communities, no matter their location. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape community engagement from a virtual standpoint and drive positive social outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive remote community engagement strategies.
• Develop and manage content for online platforms, including social media, websites, and email newsletters.
• Organize and facilitate virtual community events, webinars, and online forums.
• Build and nurture relationships with online community members, local organizations, and influencers.
• Monitor online discussions and sentiment, responding to inquiries and feedback.
• Analyze engagement metrics and provide regular reports on campaign performance.
• Collaborate with program managers to ensure communication aligns with organizational goals.
• Identify opportunities for digital partnerships and collaborations.
• Develop and maintain a database of community contacts and resources.
• Stay abreast of best practices in digital community engagement and social care.

Requirements

• - Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• - Minimum of 3 years of experience in community engagement, digital marketing, or a related role, preferably with remote experience.
• - Proven ability to develop and execute successful online engagement strategies.
• - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling online content.
• - Proficiency in using social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• - Strong understanding of online community dynamics and best practices.
• - Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• - Experience with virtual event platforms and webinar software is a plus.
• - Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with diverse online audiences.
• - Familiarity with the social services landscape in Gauteng is advantageous.

Benefits

• - Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• - Opportunities for professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving field.
• - Work with a forward-thinking organization committed to social impact.
• - Access to online learning resources and training programs.
• - Contribute to innovative community support initiatives from anywhere.