Job Advert Summary
Join Exxaro Resources as a Practitioner, Community Development in Lephalale, Limpopo. This role is pivotal in shaping and executing strategies that foster sustainable community growth. You'll design, implement, and monitor initiatives that align with Exxaro's goals and community interests. Our Grootegeluk Coal business unit entrusts you with assessing community needs, creating actionable plans, and delivering programs to enhance social infrastructure. Your responsibilities include managing volunteer and enterprise development activities, collaborating with local partners, and overseeing financial sustainability of projects. We seek candidates with a minimum of a National Diploma in Community Development and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in stakeholder engagement, project management, and understanding relevant legal frameworks is essential. At Exxaro, you'll join an environment committed to positive community impact. Apply now to contribute to a brighter future with Exxaro.
Minimum Requirements
- Certificate in Stakeholder Management (Essential/Minimum)
- National Diploma in Community Development (Essential/Minimum)
- Advanced Diploma in Project Management (Desirable)
- Bachelor's Degree in a Relevant Field (Desirable)
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in Community Development, including hands-on project management, budget management, and stakeholder engagement (Essential/Minimum)
- Strong analytical skills to assess local socio-political, socio-economic environments
- Proficiency in understanding and applying relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g., MPRDA, BBBEE, SLP, LED)
- Ability to collaborate effectively with local communities, government bodies, and internal stakeholders
- Proven ability to manage community development projects aligning with company objectives
- Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum)(To be conducted by Exxaro)
Duties & Responsibilities
- Design and implement community development projects in accordance with company processes and relevant legal requirements to enhance socio-economic growth.
- Manage Business Unit's volunteerism and enterprise development mentoring/coaching activities for effective stakeholder engagement.
- Conduct comprehensive analyses to assess local socio-political and socio-economic environments, informing community development strategies.
- Collaborate with local communities, government bodies, and internal stakeholders to identify and execute sustainable development initiatives.
- Monitor and report on the progress of community development projects, ensuring alignment with company objectives and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
- Oversee the financial aspects of projects, including budgeting, expenditure tracking, and resource allocation to ensure financial sustainability and compliance.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement activities, including participation in Community Development forums and audits, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Support the integration of enterprise development and supplier development plans, evaluating the needs and progress of beneficiaries.
