Remote Community Health Educator - Empower Communities

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Fully Remote work with flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Community Health Educator to design, implement, and evaluate health education programs for the Richards Bay area. The role is based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, with the flexibility of being Fully Remote.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, or Nursing, with 3+ years of experience in community health education. You will create materials, deliver workshops, and collaborate with local partners to promote healthy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Nursing, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in community health education or a similar role.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver effective health education programs.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of adult learning principles and health behavior theories.
• Experience in creating health education materials.
• Ability to work independently and manage time in a Fully Remote setting.
• Familiarity with public health issues relevant to Richards Bay area is a plus.
• Proficiency with virtual platforms for workshops/presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging health education programs and workshops to diverse community groups.
• Create culturally appropriate health education materials, including brochures, presentations, and online content.
• Assess community health needs and priorities to inform program planning.
• Facilitate discussions and activities that encourage healthy behaviors and lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with local health organizations, community leaders, and schools to promote health initiatives.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs.
• Provide individual counseling and support on health-related topics.
• Stay updated on current public health trends and best practices.
• Advocate for policies and environmental changes that support community health.
• Manage program logistics, including scheduling, resource allocation, and participant recruitment for remote sessions.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adult learning principles

Health education materials

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health

Bachelor’s degree in Health Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Community Health Educator to design, implement, and evaluate health education programs for the Richards Bay area. The role is based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, with the flexibility of being Fully Remote.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, or Nursing, with 3+ years of experience in community health education. You will create materials, deliver workshops, and collaborate with local partners to promote healthy