Remote Senior Community Engagement Lead

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Impactful social change

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and experienced Remote Senior Community Engagement Lead to spearhead nationwide outreach across South Africa from a flexible home workspace. The role demands designing innovative engagement strategies, fostering partnerships with NGOs, government bodies, and corporate stakeholders, and driving measurable social impact.

You will lead a remote team, manage budgets, and report on outcomes using data analytics, ensuring responsive programs that address diverse

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field is required.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in community engagement or related leadership roles.
• Proven ability to design and implement large-scale community engagement strategies and manage remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop a national community engagement strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of remote community outreach specialists.
• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with community leaders, NGOs, government bodies, and corporate stakeholders.
• Design and oversee the execution of impactful community programs and campaigns using digital and traditional channels.
• Analyze community needs and trends to inform program development and resource allocation.
• Develop and manage budgets for community engagement activities.
• Create compelling communication materials and reports for diverse audiences, including stakeholders and donors.
• Measure and report on the impact and effectiveness of engagement strategies using data analytics.
• Represent the organization at virtual and in-person forums and events.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing among engagement teams and partners.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Partnership building

Education

Master's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field

Job description

About the Role Our client, a rapidly expanding social impact organization, is seeking a strategic and experienced Remote Senior Community Engagement Lead to spearhead their nationwide outreach initiatives. This role is entirely remote, offering flexibility to the right candidate who can effectively connect with, mobilize, and empower diverse communities across South Africa from their own workspace. You will be responsible for designing and executing innovative engagement strategies, fostering strong partnerships, and driving measurable impact. This is a leadership position for a visionary individual passionate about community development and social change.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a national community engagement strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of remote community outreach specialists.
• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with community leaders, NGOs, government bodies, and corporate stakeholders.
• Design and oversee the execution of impactful community programs and campaigns, leveraging digital and traditional channels.
• Analyze community needs and trends to inform program development and resource allocation.
• Develop and manage budgets for community engagement activities.
• Create compelling communication materials and reports for diverse audiences, including stakeholders and donors.
• Measure and report on the impact and effectiveness of engagement strategies, utilizing data analytics.
• Represent the organization at virtual and, where appropriate, in-person forums and events.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing among engagement teams and partners.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in community engagement, social program management, or a related leadership role.
• Proven track record of designing and successfully implementing large-scale community engagement strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in building and managing strategic partnerships.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading remote teams.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data analysis, impact measurement, and reporting.
• Experience with digital engagement tools, social media strategy, and online community building.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a remote work environment.
• A deep understanding of social issues and development challenges in the South African context.

Benefits

• This fully remote leadership position offers significant autonomy and the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Our client provides a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for significant professional growth and influence within the social impact sector are abundant.
• You will lead impactful initiatives across South Africa and contribute to meaningful social change.
• The organization fosters a dynamic and supportive remote work culture, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.
• Joining a mission-driven organization at the forefront of community development is a core benefit.