Community Relations Coordinator

About the position

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Community Relations & Economic Development (ED) Coordinator you will be responsible for implementingand monitoring the company's community development and social empowerment initiatives, as well as draftingthe company Enterprise and Socio-Economic Development deliverables and identifying beneficiaries. You will bethe driving force behind maximizing the positive impact of the company's projects on local communities and otherkey stakeholders.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Education A degree or equivalent in social science, public relations, businessmanagement, sustainable development or similar.
Additional Qualifications Basic computer literacy (MS Suite and Google App Suite)Driver's License

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE
- Minimum three years proven experience in liaising with stakeholder and maintaining good relationswithin local communities, preferably in townships and in rural communities.
- In-depth knowledge of socio-economic and regulatory contexts in South Africa, with an appreciationof challenges and opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
- Experience working with South African government bodies and understanding of local regulations.
- Proven track record of implementing and understanding Contractor Participation Local CommunityEngagement Goals (CPG).
- Experience as a Community Liaison, or doing Community Development, Social Impact Assessments orEnvironmental and Social Management Systems.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
? Ability to host community meetings and address conflicts within the host communities.
? A keen eye for contractual details and compliance with obligations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Ability to work alone (and with others), demonstrating initiative and self-driven learning.
- Project management/highly organized approach to task management; in other words, follow aresults-oriented method of working.
- The ideal candidate will be passionate about the renewable energy industry and social impactand will embody respect and responsibility in the full sense of the word while enjoyingcontributing to a team of highly knowledgeable professionals.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Economic Development Coordination
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and draft a Community Needs Analysis forcommunities impacted by the company's projects.
- Identify opportunities for local economic development, job creation and communitydevelopment in alignment with the company's Sustainable Development Strategy and Plan.
- Conduct Stakeholder mapping for all affected communities to determine the impact, influence,and interest of stakeholders.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relations with identified stakeholder groups and individuals, withdue cognizance of their impact, to foster mutually beneficial corporate and communityrelationships.
- Monitor the compliance by contracted Community Relations service providers with theircontractual deliverables. Ensure that the Community Relations Service provider's actions arealigned with the the company's Sustainability Strategy and Plan.
- Design, in collaboration with the Enterprise and Socio-Economic Development programs with ameasurable impact, aimed at empowering local communities through skills development,entrepreneurship, education, health and capacity building, with a focus on diversity andinclusion.
- Implement Enterprise and Socio-Economic Development programs, continually monitoring theimpact.
- Acquaint yourself with related the company's obligations such as BBBEE compliance and keepyourself up to date with industry best practice. You are to stay up to date and current regardingsustainable development concepts, community dynamics and development needs in rural SouthAfrica.
- Establish and maintain comprehensive tracking and reporting mechanisms to measure theimpact of the company's sustainability and economic development initiatives. Submit monthlyreports and provide periodic updates to the company Steering Committee and corporatestakeholders.
Administrative/Operational
- Implement administrative and filing systems to record and keep records of monthly reportsoriginating from ED Coordination and the CR Service provider.
- Implement and maintain records of the Project/Program Impact measurement results.
- Keep records of contractual details and compliance with obligations.
- Give feedback on community initiatives across multiple projects and regions.
Interpersonal and Community Relations
- Consult effectively with the Community, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Initiate and maintain open lines of communication with local communities to build positiverelationships.
- Organize and facilitate community meetings to address concerns, provide updates, and gatherfeedback.
- Develop strategies to promote community involvement and collaboration in projects.
- Function as a liaison between the company and various stakeholders, including localgovernment bodies, NGOs, and community leaders.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify shared goals and opportunities for mutual benefit.
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity when engaging with localcommunities.
- Adapt communication strategies to align with the unique cultural contexts of differentcommunities.
- Identify and recommend external consultants and other service providers as required.
- Monitor and supervise appointed consultants and service providers.
- Maintain high standards of ethical conduct at all times.
- Engage and develop strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Diffuse tense situations and resolve conflict.
- Research and find solutions to complex and novel challenges, in partnership with variousstakeholders.
Health and Safety
- Cognisant of health and safety risks and priorities related to working in remote areas, on projectsites and in community settings, as well as long-distance driving.
Key Performance Indicators
- Assessment of effective implementation of committed funds for economic and communitydevelopment initiatives, on time and within budget.
- Demonstrated measurable beneficial impact in host communities and favourable communityrelations.
- Completion of project and corporate reporting against agreed timelines and scope. Assessmentof the time taken to address and resolve the community concerns or issues related to theproject.
- Evaluation of the efforts made to enhance the company's image within the local community andthe ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in community interactions.
- Assessment of the contribution to local employment and economic development within thecommunity.

Desired Skills:

• communication
• community liaison
• government liaison

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

About The Employer:

The company is an Electrical infrastructure construction company

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Medical Aid
• Provident Fund