Remote Community Outreach Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Community Outreach Coordinator to engage communities across South Africa. The role focuses on promoting services via digital channels and virtual events, building virtual connections, and fostering participation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in outreach or communications, with strong written and verbal skills and a proactive remote-working mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in community outreach, marketing, communications, or program coordination.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and email marketing platforms.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute remote outreach strategies to connect with diverse community groups.
• Manage and maintain online communication platforms, including social media, email newsletters, and virtual forums.
• Organise and facilitate virtual events, webinars, and online information sessions.
• Create engaging content to inform communities about our client's services and impact.
• Build and nurture relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and stakeholders via digital means.
• Track outreach activities and measure their effectiveness using online analytics and feedback mechanisms.
• Provide remote support and information to community members seeking assistance or engagement.
• Collaborate with the internal communications and program teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Identify opportunities for digital community building and engagement initiatives.
• Prepare regular reports on outreach activities, key performance indicators, and community feedback to the management team.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Community building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Zoom

Teams

Email marketing platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Community Outreach Coordinator to engage communities across South Africa. The role focuses on promoting services via digital channels and virtual events, building virtual connections, and fostering participation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in outreach or communications, with strong written and verbal skills and a proactive remote-working mindset.