- Full Time
- South Africa
- 154231-178369 ZAR / Year
Department of Industry at a glance
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Department of Industry
The Department of Industry is seeking a Manager Community & Engagement to lead community-focused initiatives in South Africa. This is a full-time position where you'll drive engagement strategies and foster meaningful relationships with communities impacted by critical infrastructure projects.
Position Summary
As Manager Community & Engagement with the Department of Industry, you will develop and implement comprehensive community engagement frameworks that support major infrastructure initiatives. This role requires strategic thinking, stakeholder management expertise, and a genuine commitment to transparent communication. You'll build bridges between the organisation and the communities it serves, ensuring their voices are heard and valued throughout project lifecycles.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver community engagement strategies aligned with infrastructure project timelines and organisational objectives
- Establish and maintain relationships with local communities, councils, and key stakeholders across South Africa
- Develop engagement materials, communications plans, and consultation frameworks that resonate with diverse audiences
- Lead community consultation processes, public forums, and feedback mechanisms
- Monitor community sentiment, identify concerns, and develop responsive mitigation strategies
- Collaborate across departments to ensure consistent messaging and stakeholder alignment
- Report on engagement outcomes, document lessons learned, and recommend improvements to community programmes
Who We're Looking For
- Proven experience managing community engagement or stakeholder relations programmes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to engage diverse populations
- Strategic mindset with demonstrated ability to develop and execute engagement plans
- Understanding of infrastructure projects, public consultation processes, or related sectors
- Experience with conflict resolution and managing complex community relationships
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Why Join Department of Industry
Working as a Manager Community & Engagement with the Department of Industry means contributing to transformative infrastructure projects that shape South Africa's future. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in communities, influence major decisions through meaningful consultation, and develop your career within a significant government organisation. This role offers the chance to work on impactful initiatives whilst building a professional network across diverse sectors.
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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA), is the southernmost country in Africa. Its nine provinces are bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres of coastline that stretches along the South Atlantic, and Indian Ocean; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe to the east and northeast by Mozambique, and Eswatini, and it encloses Lesotho. Covering an area of 1,221,037 square kilometres, the country has a population of over 63 million people, making it the sixth-most populated country in Africa. Pretoria is the administrative capital, while
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