Community Engagement Specialist

TooMuchWifi is a leading provider of fast, reliable and affordable internet connectivity to aspirational communities in South Africa.  We are a fast-growing company with a great culture which encapsulates our values - Accountability, Kindness, Integrity, Timeliness and Hardwork.  

We care deeply about our dedicated, hardworking team and the communities we serve.  

Our purpose, mission and social impact drive and inspire us every day. 

Our working environment is colourful, fun, collaborative and kind.  We have come a long way and have amazing stories to tell!  

Our ocean facing head office is located in Paarden Eiland, Cape Town with beautiful views of Table Mountain, Robben Island and sunsets.  Just one of the perks worth mentioning plus:

• 100% main member contribution for Health Insurance or Medical aid.  Medical aid benefits include gap cover and health saver
• Hello Doctor online GP consultations
• 100% main member contribution for Group Life cover which includes death (annual salary lump sum x number of years depending in role level), funeral, child education, critical illness, and income disability cover
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for our staff and their family
• Between 15 and 21 days annual leave allocation depending on role grade
• Birthday leave
• Discounted TooMuchWifi internet packages
• Casual Fridays and fun staff events
• Sport clubs
• Staff transport services
• Staff loans (interest free)
• Wellness events
• Successful candidate referral bonus for staff

An energetic and influential individual with existing connections and good standing relationships with community leaders and councils who represent and support the townships of Cape Town.  You need to have the ability to grow and maintain these relationships, implement relevant community based projects initiated by the Company and effectively represent the Company’s brand.

This role reports directly to the Director of Stakeholder Relations and will be responsible for driving all community engagement efforts for the Company.

• Coordinate and support the Company's Community Engagement efforts. 
• Identify, develop and maintain strong community council and forum relationships.
• Drive collaboration between the Company’s departments and various stakeholders required for relevant community projects.
• Organise and launch events and activities that promote the Company's involvement in the communities, including volunteer initiatives, charitable giving, and sponsorships.
• Track the impact of the Company's Community Engagement efforts and make recommendations for future initiatives. 
• Manage and maintain all community engagement administration, including scheduling of meetings, reporting, minute taking and preparing presentations.
• Maintain the confidentiality of Company and Community information.

• Post matric qualification in a relevant field of study will be an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills or abilities. 
• Excellent listener and observer. 
• Excels at building relationships and networks.
• Good computer skills to be able to attend to administrative tasks. 
• Own reliable transport.
• Must be able to work irregular hours from time to time as required.
• The ability to work both independently, or as part of a team.
• Strong ability to adequately represent the Company’s brand in a professional manner when engaging with Community Councils.