Engagement Officer – KwaZulu-Natal

About Sayari Earth 

Sayari Earth is an impact-driven social enterprise with a mission to empower people to regenerate our planet. We develop nature-based carbon removal projects in partnership with communities, government, and other stakeholders.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Engagement Officer to support our Partnership-based Carbon Removals Project in KZN. This role is vital for ensuring strong stakeholder relationships and assessing community willingness to participate in a potential nature-based carbon project. The Engagement Officer will work closely with local communities, government bodies, and partner organizations to facilitate meaningful dialogue and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and maintain relationships with local communities, traditional leaders, landowners, government agencies, NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
• Facilitation & Outreach: Organize and lead meetings, workshops, and discussions to communicate project objectives and gather feedback.
• Data Collection & Reporting: Assist in collecting and documenting community insights, land-use information, and willingness to participate.
• Collaboration & Support: Work alongside the Project Manager and scientific teams to ensure alignment between community perspectives and project goals.
• Conflict Resolution: Address concerns, misconceptions, or conflicts that may arise during community consultations.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Community Development, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in community engagement, stakeholder management, or rural development projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of South Africa’s environmental and regulatory landscape, particularly in KZN.
• Experience working with rural communities and understanding traditional governance structures.
• Fluency in English and isiZulu (or another local language) is required.
• Ability to travel frequently within KZN for fieldwork and stakeholder meetings.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a pioneering team working on innovative environmental solutions.
• Engage in meaningful work that benefits local communities and contributes to global climate action.
• Collaborate in a supportive, mission-driven environment with passionate colleagues.

How to Apply 

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to aloha@sayari.earth with the subject line: Engagement Officer KZN – [Your Name]. We warmly welcome applications from women and individuals who bring diverse perspectives and experiences.

We’re looking forward to hearing from innovative leaders ready to make a difference!