Social Development Facilitator

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Comprehensive health and retirement <e

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane invites a dedicated Social Development Facilitator to empower communities through targeted programs in Limpopo. You will engage with residents, assess needs, and connect them with government and NGO resources to implement sustainable development initiatives.

The role requires hands-on community interaction, strong facilitation and communication skills, and a commitment to uplifting local livelihoods.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community development, project facilitation, or social work.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse community groups and individuals.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of local languages such as Sepedi is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on topics such as financial literacy, skills development, and small business support.
• Conduct needs assessments to understand community challenges and opportunities.
• Connect community members with relevant government programs, NGOs, and private sector opportunities.
• Support the establishment and growth of community-based projects and initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of development programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders and local stakeholders in Polokwane.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Community engagement

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences/Community Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Social Development Facilitator to join their team in Polokwane . This role is focused on empowering individuals and communities through targeted development programs aimed at addressing social and economic challenges. You will work closely with community members to identify needs, facilitate access to resources, and support the implementation of sustainable development initiatives. Your efforts will be pivotal in fostering positive change and improving the quality of life for residents in the Limpopo province. This is a hands-on role requiring significant community interaction and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on topics such as financial literacy, skills development, and small business support.
• Conduct needs assessments to understand community challenges and opportunities.
• Connect community members with relevant government programs, NGOs, and private sector opportunities.
• Support the establishment and growth of community-based projects and initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of development programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders and local stakeholders in Polokwane.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community development, project facilitation, or social work.
• Strong understanding of socio-economic issues and development frameworks relevant to the Limpopo region.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse community groups and individuals.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of local languages such as Sepedi is a strong asset.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and participation in impactful projects.
• A supportive team environment committed to community upliftment.
• Travel expenses covered for work-related travel within the Limpopo province.