Remote Community Organizer: Social Justice & Inclusion

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Hands-on experience in community work

Positive social impact

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Community Organizer in Polokwane to mobilize residents and build capacity for social inclusion initiatives. You will work with diverse groups, local leaders and partners to identify needs and implement strategies that promote equality and opportunity.

This role involves significant fieldwork with evenings and weekends as required by community engagement needs, balanced with remote coordination and planning activities. Join a team focused on positive social change in Limpopo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or equivalent qualification in social sciences or related field preferred.
• Experience in community organizing, mobilization, or grassroots project coordination.
• Strong understanding of social justice and community development principles.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage community members, leaders and orgs to build relationships.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify local priorities.
• Develop and implement outreach strategies to recruit participants.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings and workshops.
• Support formation and development of community groups and committees.
• Coordinate implementation of inclusion projects with resources and participation.
• Liaise with local government, NGOs and partners to advocate for needs.
• Develop and distribute community communications about activities.
• Monitor and report on progress and impact of projects.

Skills

Community engagement

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Event planning

Education

Social Sciences / Community Development / Public Administration

Tools

Office software

Digital communication tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Community Organizer in Polokwane to mobilize residents and build capacity for social inclusion initiatives. You will work with diverse groups, local leaders and partners to identify needs and implement strategies that promote equality and opportunity.

This role involves significant fieldwork with evenings and weekends as required by community engagement needs, balanced with remote coordination and planning activities. Join a team focused on positive social change in Limpopo.