Community Development Officer
PTY
Full-time
On-site
Constantia, Western Cape, South Africa
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire a Community Development Officer to support community development initiatives through engagement, research, and program implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance with relevant social development frameworks.
- Engage with local communities to understand needs and implement programs that drive social impact.
- Conduct research, assessments, and reporting on community projects.
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and community outreach activities.
- Support B-BBEE compliance initiatives where applicable.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, local authorities, and community representatives.
- Prepare accurate and timely reports, proposals, and documentation.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of social development strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Community Development, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a similar role.
- Strong ties to the local community are preferred.
- Working knowledge of B-BBEE is advantageous.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and in teams.
- Community engagement and facilitation.
- Research and analytical skills.
- Project coordination and implementation.
- Cultural sensitivity and understanding of local social dynamics.
- Problem-solving and initiative.