Soweto Community Partnerships Lead (CSR & Impact)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng seeks a Community Relations Manager to build strong ties between the retail group and local communities. You will design and manage outreach programs, nurture partnerships with community organizations, and ensure communications reflect social responsibility and positive brand impact.

You will coordinate events, monitor program effectiveness, and serve as the main contact for community inquiries, collaborating with internal teams to align CSR initiatives with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Social Sciences, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in community relations, public relations, or corporate social responsibility.
• Strong understanding of community engagement principles and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.
• Proven ability to build rapport and trust with diverse community groups.
• Experience in event planning and management.
• Knowledge of Soweto's social and economic landscape is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community relations strategies and programs.
• Build and nurture positive relationships with community leaders, organizations, and residents.
• Identify and support local community needs and initiatives aligned with company values.
• Organize and manage community events, sponsorships, and outreach activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for community inquiries and feedback.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure cohesive community engagement efforts.
• Develop communication materials for community outreach, such as newsletters and reports.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community relations programs.
• Represent the company at community forums and stakeholder meetings.
• Promote the company's corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng seeks a Community Relations Manager to build strong ties between the retail group and local communities. You will design and manage outreach programs, nurture partnerships with community organizations, and ensure communications reflect social responsibility and positive brand impact.

You will coordinate events, monitor program effectiveness, and serve as the main contact for community inquiries, collaborating with internal teams to align CSR initiatives with