Senior ESG & Community Relations Lead

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund contributions

Performance-related bonuses

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Community Relations Manager for Polokwane to lead community engagement and ESG initiatives. You will develop strategies, liaise with communities, leaders, and government bodies, and oversee social impact assessments and CSR projects. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

The role focuses on building social license to operate and sustainable development in the Limpopo region, with a blend of in-office and remote work in a hybrid setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Communications, Sociology, Public Relations, Development Studies, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years in community relations, stakeholder engagement, or corporate social responsibility.
• Strong understanding of ESG principles and frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive community engagement strategies aligned with ESG objectives.
• Serve as primary contact for local communities, leaders, and government officials.
• Manage and execute social impact assessments and mitigation plans.
• Oversee CSR projects and initiatives.
• Monitor community sentiment and address concerns proactively.
• Facilitate dialogue and consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and presentations on community relations and ESG performance.
• Ensure compliance with social and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings and events.
• Contribute to integrating ESG strategies within broader operations.

Skills

ESG principles and frameworks

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Report writing

Presentation development

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Knowledge of Limpopo community

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Sociology, Public Relations, Development Studies, or a related field

Master's degree (advantageous)

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Community Relations Manager for Polokwane to lead community engagement and ESG initiatives. You will develop strategies, liaise with communities, leaders, and government bodies, and oversee social impact assessments and CSR projects. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

The role focuses on building social license to operate and sustainable development in the Limpopo region, with a blend of in-office and remote work in a hybrid setup.