20 Engagement Officer jobs in South Africa

The Engagement Officer will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing employee engagement and fun activities within the unit as well as planning and driving CSR initiatives. This role aims to foster a positive work environment, enhance employee morale, and promote a culture of collaboration and enjoyment. The role will further support P&C in client engagements and visits.

By driving these initiatives, the Employee Engagement Officer plays a crucial role in improving employee satisfaction, retention, and overall productivity, thereby contributing significantly to the organization's success.

Location

Nyamasheke District, Western Province

Salary

RWF 15,280,980 - RWF 17,463,972 gross/annum depending on experience

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Duration

Other

About the Role

The Project Officer, Community Engagement will play a key role in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring community-based activities under the Combating Malnutrition in Rwanda through Sustainable Food Systems (CMR-FS) programme. Operating across the five target districts in Rwanda's Western Province, the officer will be based in Nyamasheke district. This role will be offered on a fixed term contract basis running until end of December 2026, subject to availability of funding.

They will support community-level engagement by mobilizing and working closely with key local actors, including Community Health Workers (CHWs), Early Childhood Development (ECD) volunteers, healthcare providers, and private sector stakeholders engaged in the programme's core value chains: High-Iron Beans, Eggs, Large-Scale Food Fortification (LSFF), and the tea estate sector.

Working in collaboration with district authorities and existing coordination platforms, the officer will support the delivery of nutrition-sensitive interventions designed to strengthen local food systems. This includes facilitating community mobilization sessions, organizing and supporting stakeholder training, and promoting access to nutritious foods. This role directly contributes to improving the availability, accessibility, and affordability of healthy diets, aligning with national priorities to enhance household dietary diversity, food security, and child nutrition outcomes through sustainable and locally anchored food systems.

Key Responsibilities include

• Collaborate with the Project Manager Community Engagement to support operational delivery and monitor the community-based nutrition activities.
• Work with local authorities, CHWs, ECD Centres, and tea estate communities to implement nutrition interventions at Health center, community, and ECD levels.
• Facilitate participatory processes involving local stakeholders to implement SBCC campaigns and emo-demos ensuring culturally appropriate and relevant messaging.
• Support the Project Manager in designing and implementing activities on tea estates.
• Support the training and supervision of local facilitators and field practitioners on the use of SBCC materials and emo-demo toolkits.
• Prepare monthly updates and organize timely meetings with project stakeholders.
• Support to coordinate and organize time-bound project site visits.

About you

You should have demonstrable experience in community-based project implementation handling activities such as community mobilization sessions, organizing and supporting stakeholder training, and promotion activities within local communities. Experience implementing project activities within tea estates combined with knowledge of SBCC approaches will be an added advantage. Experience working with community health structures such as CHWs, ECDs is required among other stakeholders such as SMEs and cooperatives.

The position holder should demonstrate excellent project management skills with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision. Good interpersonal skills are required to succeed in this role combined with familiarity with nutrition sensitive agriculture, SBCC or food systems programming.

An education background with a bachelor's degree in nutrition, Public Health, Foods science, or related field is required.

About our Offer

The starting gross salary on offer for this role is from RWF 15,280,980 - RWF 17,463,972 gross per annum, depending on experience.

GAIN has a fair and competitive salary structure that allows for annual progression subject to good performance. In addition, GAIN offers a total of 37 days holiday per year (including annual leave, public holidays and additional office closure days), an attractive pension scheme and competitive insurance cover including health, travel and life assurance. We are committed to the health of our staff, especially in these challenging times, and have developed a programme of wellbeing that includes flexible and hybrid working, additional leave allowances, wellbeing days, mindfulness coaching and access to independent and confidential counselling.

GAIN also has a strong commitment to professional development. We will support you to grow in your career through both formal and informal training, and are committed to providing opportunities through internal recruitment, secondments, and promotion. All of this is delivered in a supportive and collaborative environment.

About GAIN

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is a Swiss-based foundation launched at the United Nations in 2002 to tackle the human suffering caused by malnutrition. Working with governments, businesses and civil society, we aim to transform food systems so that they deliver healthier diets for all people, especially the most vulnerable.

Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, GAIN has offices in countries with high levels of malnutrition: Bangladesh, Benin, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. To support work in those countries, we have representative offices in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

At GAIN, we believe that everyone in the world should have access to nutritious, safe, and affordable food. Today, one in three people - drawn from nearly every country on the planet - are unable to consume enough nutritious food. We work to develop and deliver solutions to this daily challenge.

Our Working Culture and Environment

We provide a flexible working environment that includes a combination of home and office working opportunities through our global hybrid working policy. This encourages our staff to have a healthy work-life balance and increases staff motivation, enriches employee wellbeing, and improves performance and productivity.

All of our positions are based in one or more of GAIN's designated offices as stated on our job advertisements. Successful candidates will be based in one of GAIN's country offices and must have the existing right to live and work within a reasonably commutable distance of the relevant city / cities in which the role is advertised. Please note, that GAIN does not sponsor working visas and relocations.

GAIN reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment for candidates who are considered to ineligible under the above conditions during or after the recruitment process.

Applicants must have the right to work and be currently based in the advertised country location, to be eligible to apply for this position.

This advert closes on 24th October 2025. Early applications are encouraged. GAIN reserves the right to close this advert early should we receive suitable candidates ahead of the closing date.

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition is committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. We are keen to reflect the diversity of our society at every level within our organisation and therefore welcome applications from talented and committed people from all backgrounds, representing the diverse societies we operate in.

Our core values

GAIN is committed to equality of opportunity and to eliminating discrimination. All staff are expected to follow GAIN Values

Our commitment to safeguarding

GAIN is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where all staff, volunteers, and job applicants are treated with dignity and respect. We are also committed to safeguarding the communities we work with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, exploitation and abuse of power or trust.

Safeguarding is integral to our recruitment practices, and we have robust procedures in place to prevent any form of harm, abuse, or discrimination. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, all successful candidates will undergo thorough background checks and vetting procedures, which can include references, criminal records and terrorist finance checks where applicable, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy.

We provide comprehensive training and support to our staff and volunteers and associates to raise awareness of safeguarding issues and ensure they are equipped to recognise and respond to concerns effectively.

By applying for a position with GAIN, you agree to uphold our safeguarding principles and contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all individuals.

Hybrid Working

No

Additional Information

Closing Date

24 October 2025

At Arbour Housing, we're committed to delivering more homes, meeting the needs of our tenants, and making a meaningful difference to people's lives, communities, and the environment. As we embark on an ambitious growth programme, we're looking for a Development Officer to play a key role in identifying, securing, and delivering new housing opportunities.

About The Role
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking housing association at a pivotal moment in its journey. You'll be part of a small, dynamic team, working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to bring high-quality, affordable homes to the people who need them most.

If you're ready to make an impact and help us build a better future, we'd love to hear from you.

About You
You will have a third-level qualification at degree level plus at least 1 year's recent experience (within the last 5 years) in one of the following fields: housing, property development, construction, urban planning, project management, or architecture.

or

At least 3 years' recent experience (within the last 8 years) in one of the following fields: housing, property development, construction, urban planning, project management, or architecture.

What We Offer
You'll be joining a dynamic and collaborative team, with Belfast as your primary base of operations. We offer flexibility depending on experience, including the potential for some remote working where appropriate and aligned with business needs. We offer a range of benefits designed to support your work-life balance, including flexi-time, a generous pension scheme, and a variety of employee wellbeing initiatives.

How To Apply
Visit us at to download the application pack.

• 18-22 Carleton Street Portadown County Armagh BT62 3EN

At Metropolitan Life, we're committed to helping you plan for and achieve your financial life goal by offering you a wide basket of insurance products that are designed to meet your needs.

As one of the largest long-term insurance companies in South Africa, our ambition is clear: we want to empower every household with our products. We offer more than a funeral, life, retirement and investment policy, we offer you a life-long partnership with a Metropolitan financial adviser who will work with you so that together you can plan for every stage of your life. That's why our business is centred around providing leading insurance solutions that keep you at the heart of everything we do.

Disclaimer As an applicant, please verify the legitimacy of this job advert on our company career page.

Role Purpose
Build, maintain and expand relationships with stakeholders in order to increase new business opportunities and support the delivery of an excellent individual and corporate client experience and the achievement of sales targets

Requirements
3-5 years experience in corporate business development, corporate client service, marketing or sales environment within a financial services environment

Sales experience in the financial services industry

Duties & Responsibilities
Process:

• Establish productive, professional relationships with key stakeholders.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to identify opportunity for sales and provide relevant sales support.
• Develop innovative methods to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Develop plans and tactics for the achievement of sales targets.
• Engage with prospective clients and intermediaries to determine their financial wellness needs and provide them with clear and accurate information.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate client requirements into products, solutions and business cases.
• Contribute to and coordinate the solution design process based on client requirements in order to effectively package and market products or solutions to meet clients financial wellness needs.
• Prepare proposals/ quotations that capture client requirements and the relevant aspects of the product or solution.
• Facilitate presentations, meetings and discussions with key senior stakeholders and to create awareness of the various features and benefits associated with the various products.
• Establish appropriate feedback mechanisms to understand the outcomes of the sales and implementation process.
• Introduce the new business management team to a new client and put in place processes to ensure that new individual business flows are extracted from the client.
• Provide expertise and information to clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver on service level agreements made with clients and internal and external stakeholders in order to ensure that client expectations are managed.
• Make recommendations to improve client service and fair treatment of clients within area of responsibility.
• Participate and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service.

People

• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, clients and stakeholders.
• Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership for driving career development.
• Effectively manage time and ensure optimal productivity.
• Ensure technical product and legislative knowledge is always current in order to propose the most relevant and innovative client solutions and comply with governance requirements.

Finance

• Manage high risk and problematic financial issues in area of accountability.
• Plan and implement quarterly reviews to drive collection of premiums.
• Implement and provide feedback on the effectiveness of financial policy, practice and procedures: preventing illegal, unethical or improper conduct.
• Implement risk management, governance and compliance policies in own practice area, to identify and manage governance and risk exposure liability.
• Investigate reported wilful acts of non-compliance to organisation policy and practice and report on findings.

Competencies
Behavioural competencies

• Interpreting Data
• Generating Ideas
• Exploring Possibilities
• Interacting with People
• Convincing People
• Articulating Information
• Facilitation
• Seizing Opportunities

Build, maintain and expand relationships with stakeholders in order to increase new business opportunities and support the delivery of an excellent individual and corporate client experience and the achievement of sales targets

Parlor Social Club - Overview

Parlor is a modern social club redefining the way people connect. Our members enjoy a thoughtfully curated calendar of both online and offline events, designed to foster meaningful connections and engaging experiences. Through our exclusive mobile app, members can explore events, interact with like-minded individuals, and expand their personal and professional networks. With a diverse community of creatives, professionals, and tastemakers, Parlor offers a dynamic and inclusive space for socializing, networking, and discovery.

The Role

The Business Development Officer focuses on keeping operations organized while also supporting business growth.

About the Role: We're seeking a dynamic, self-motivated Business Development Analyst to work remotely with our distributed team. You'll be instrumental in optimizing our operations across both our core product team and customer-facing support functions, while evaluating growth opportunities in the competitive tech/hospitality landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team leads to enhance productivity across our 12-person core team and 24-person support organization
• Identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks that could hinder our rapid growth trajectory
• Analyze and present recommendations on business development proposals, partnerships, and market expansion opportunities
• Develop scalable processes and systems to support our growing team and customer base

Required Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Management, or related field
• 3-5 years experience in operations, business analysis, or consulting (startup experience preferred)
• Experience working remotely and managing projects across distributed teams
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data-driven decision making
• Excellent communication skills for presenting to leadership and collaborating across departments
• Comfortable with startup pace and ambiguity - ability to prioritize and adapt quickly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in hospitality tech, travel tech, or related industries
• Familiarity with remote team management tools (Slack, Trello, Google Workspace)
• Background in scaling operations for high-growth startups

What We Offer:

• 100% remote work with flexible hours
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to shape operations at a fast-growing startup
• Direct impact on company growth and strategy

Main purpose of the position:

• Expand the market share and reach of Safal Steel through developing, maintaining, and growing business relationships with current and potential customers of Safal Steel.
• To promote and educate all of Safal Steel's stakeholders and the Construction industry at large on the Safal Steel product ranges in a professional manner.
• Create, manage and monitor the Project Database for all projects within South Africa that are relevant to Safal Steel product ranges
• Communicate pertinent business opportunities and project information to the relevant Marketing and Sales teams.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to secure specification of Safal Steel product ranges on projects.
• Support the Sales Department with customer training and education, securing new business, and providing technical information to assist the Sales team in securing new business and maintaining current business.
• Required to Manage Western Cape , Eastern Cape and Southern Cape.

External Customer Focus:

• Pro-actively engaging with all stakeholders; establishing and maintaining good relationships with them with the purpose of growing revenue for Safal Steel. Stakeholders include Roll Formers, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Consultant Engineers, Contractors, Developers and Professional Associations
• Maintain the Project Pipeline created to track the status of projects (i.e. Planning/Design Stage, Out to Tender, On site). Creating a pipeline projection for all internal stakeholders.
• Provide Technical training and education on the Safal Steel range of products to all stakeholders

Strategic Support for Sales Dept:

• Ensure Key Account Managers are assisted with the following:
• Detailed product specifications
• Timely updates and communication of the project database
• Coordinate efforts to secure Safal Steel material specification for projects
• Delivering formal technical and educational presentations to stakeholders
• Assist Key Account Managers with technical support

Support for Marketing Dept:

• Provide technical insights into the commercial aspects of the Safal Steel product ranges
• Delivery of presentations at CPD Events & Workshops
• Assist with information on construction and development projects
• Provide formal market feedback on Safal Steel products, campaigns and marketing initiatives

General:

• Resolving of customer complaints speed
• Assist with additional tasks as requested by management from time to time
• Uphold the company code of ethics

Required Qualifications:

• Matric / Grade 12
• Relevant Sales/Marketing diploma/degree will be an advantage
• Computer Literacy is essential (i.e. MS Office)
• Knowledge of SAP would be a plus
• Valid Driver's Licence is essential and own transport

Experience in General:

• Minimum 5 years Sales & Business Development Experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good knowledge of reading/speaking the English language. Afrikaans an advantage
• Ability to engage and communicate with all levels of stakeholders
• Liaise and communicate effectively with Colleagues and Management
• Compilation and delivery of technical presentations to large groups

Specific Experience:

• Knowledge of the South African Roofing Industry would be an advantage
• Proficiency in interpreting and reading architectural and structural drawings would be an advantage
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to travelling extensively

Other requirements

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills
• Good analytical skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Organisational and planning skills
• An ability to engage, motivate and lead people
• Ability to work under pressure

Candidate requirements:

· Valid Grade 12 certificate

· Advantageous legislative requirements:

a) NQF 5

b) RE accreditation

c) NCA accreditation

· Completed or partially completed bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

· Experience in a similar role with a customer service focus

· Good communicator and team player

· Hard worker and must be able to perform under pressure.

· Ability to work neatly, accurately and in an organized manner

· Bilingual (advantageous)

· Strong Administrative Skills and deadline driven.

Description of duties:

· Acquire new asset finance clients by engaging with prospective clients and existing.

· Be able to generate new business through identifying prospective clients' needs and leveraging existing client relationships for cross marketing in the Route Management Group.

· Evaluate and assess asset finance lending applications for asset finance clients.

· Conduct risk-based affordability assessment to maximize profitability while minimizing impairments.

· Perform periodic credit reviews of existing clients.

· Assess the creditworthiness of both new and existing customers.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelors (Preferred)

Work Location: In person