Remote Community Outreach Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Opportunities for professional growth

Senior leadership autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Community Outreach Manager to lead our outreach initiatives from anywhere in South Africa, focusing on Stellenbosch and the Western Cape. This role demands strategic planning, digital communication, and strong remote leadership to build online relationships with community leaders and NGOs.

You will oversee virtual events, campaigns, and programs, monitor performance, and report impact while managing budgets and ensuring brand consistency across

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in community outreach, program management, or marketing.
• At least 3 years in remote or digitally focused role.
• Proven ability to develop and execute outreach strategies.
• Demonstrated experience managing remote teams across distances.
• Expertise with CRM, social media platforms, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop remote community outreach strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead a distributed team of outreach coordinators and volunteers.
• Engage target communities via digital channels (social media, email, webinars).
• Build online relationships with community leaders, NGOs, and stakeholders.
• Plan and run virtual events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Monitor campaigns, analyze data, and report on engagement and impact.
• Identify emerging community needs through online research and feedback.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging across digital platforms.
• Manage outreach program budgets and resource allocation.
• Stay updated on best practices in digital outreach and remote leadership.

Skills

Remote team leadership

Digital communication

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Budget management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Community Development, Social Sciences, or related field

Tools

CRM

Social media tools

Analytics platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking organization pioneering innovative approaches to community support and engagement. We are seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Remote Community Outreach Manager to lead our outreach efforts from anywhere in **South Africa**, with a focus on the **Stellenbosch, Western Cape** region. This role is entirely remote, designed for a leader who can strategically plan, execute, and oversee impactful outreach initiatives using digital platforms and virtual communication. You will be responsible for building and nurturing relationships with community members, local organizations, and stakeholders online, driving participation in our programs and initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional digital communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a proven track record in managing remote teams and community programs. This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead community engagement from a remote setting, making a significant impact across **Western Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive remote community outreach strategies aligned with organizational goals.


• Manage and guide a distributed team of outreach coordinators and volunteers.


• Utilize digital channels (social media, email marketing, webinars, virtual events) to engage target communities.


• Build and maintain strong online relationships with community leaders, NGOs, and other stakeholders.


• Oversee the planning and execution of virtual community events, workshops, and information sessions.


• Monitor outreach campaign performance, analyze data, and generate detailed reports on engagement and impact.


• Identify emerging community needs and trends through online research and virtual feedback mechanisms.


• Ensure consistent brand messaging and program promotion across all digital outreach platforms.


• Develop and manage outreach program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.


• Stay abreast of best practices in digital outreach, community building, and remote team management.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in community outreach, program management, or marketing, with at least 3 years in a remote or digitally focused role.


• Proven experience in developing and executing successful outreach strategies.


• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and foster collaboration across distances.


• Expertise in utilizing various digital marketing and communication tools (CRM, social media management platforms, analytics).


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for engaging diverse audiences online.


• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive strategic decisions.


• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.


• Experience with budgeting and financial oversight for programs.


• Self-disciplined, proactive, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a remote environment.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. Our client provides a supportive remote work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to lead impactful community initiatives. You will be instrumental in shaping how our client connects with communities across **Western Cape**, utilizing cutting-edge digital strategies. Enjoy the autonomy and impact that comes with a senior remote role.