Specialist II: Community Engagement

4 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa University of Johannesburg Full time
Specialist II: Community Engagement (Temp- 3 months)

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ's mission is "To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge." The University is guided by the vision of building "An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".

The UJ community engagement unit seeks to appoint a Community Engagement Specialist at the UJ Bunting Road campus for 3 months. The CE specialist will be responsible for the following functions.

Responsibilities:

  • Community Engagement (CE) coordination at the campus level
  • Performance of project management functions as per the CE strategy
  • Liaison with CE internal and external stakeholders
  • Identify community needs and initiate development projects with communities
  • Update CE internal and external projects and stakeholder databases
  • Recruitment and placement of CE volunteers (students and staff)
  • Training and Development of CE Volunteers
  • Supervision of student assistants, interns, volunteers and other personnel at campus level
  • Coordinate campus CE projects and programmes and institutional events
  • Coordinate CE communication strategy at campus level; including social media
  • Liaison with UJ Marketing and Communication and external media
  • Compile CE reports at campus level
  • Ability to travel between UJ campuses and the surrounding communities
  • Other related tasks in support of the CE strategy and UJs institutional strategy.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Relevant University Degree at (NQF 7), with at least three years of job-related experience
  • A University Degree (NQF 8 and above) is advantageous
  • Experience of working in Higher Education Community Engagement projects
  • Experience in working with community-based organizations (government and non-governmental organizations)
  • Experience in working with communities, community development, volunteer work and project management
  • Experience in report writing and presentation skills
  • Advanced communications skills
  • A Valid Drivers licence

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

  • Conversant with Microsoft office packages
  • Analyse and resolve problems and situations effectively
  • Excellent writing, verbal and electronic communication skills
  • Effective time management and adherence to deadlines
  • The ability to initiate and manage projects and work independently
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Exemplary personal qualities of integrity, sound judgement, attention to detail; and energy and interpersonal skills.

Recommendations:

The ideal candidate will be a community development practitioner with a passion for addressing community development needs and demonstrated experience of volunteer recruitment, retention, and placements in community-based organisations and an understanding of social justice issues. Reporting to the Community Engagement Senior Manager, the incumbent will have proven experience in community development, driven and identity sustainable projects, and facilitate/ coordinate the collaboration process through screening and verification of community stakeholder applications, maintenance of the database and community projects administration.

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

ENQUIRIES REGARDING THE JOB CONTENT: Ms XF Mahlori at 011 559 1565

ENQUIRIES REGARDING REMUNERATION & BENEFITS: Ms Marian Myburgh (011) 559 3885 (HCMBP) or email

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

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