Company Description :
At Neighbourgood, we provide inspiring living and workspace solutions to help our
members thrive. The future of living and working is happening right now, and we are
leading this movement in South Africa, and connecting the dots as we go. United by a
common purpose, to bring GOOD to neighbourhoods, we are on a mission to create
sustainable next generation spaces that leave the world a better place than we found it.
Role Description :
A Community Manager is a respected leader in the community setting an example for
how people conduct themselves in and around the space. They are excellent at
organizing and planning - Do your friends and family count on you to coordinate plans?
They are punctual with good time management and good quick communication skills -
Customers hate being in the dark, so the position requires over communication to make
sure everyone knows the details. They lift staff morale when energy is low and drives team
energy daily. The have hard but always respectful conversations with staff who are not
performing. You are the leader of the teams on site and need to strike the balance of
being there to support them and create a positive work environment but also hold them
accountable. How you make people feel is not only true for customer service but for
maintaining a high performing team. They love to serve. If your love of language isn't an
act of service, this isn't the role for you. You should have a positive outlook on life but still
realistic. A self-motivator and driver - your location team need you to be on it when they
need the support. We can always curb your efforts if we feel you are overstepping a
mandate, but we find it hard to push people to initiate solutions. Be outcome driven and
always focused on achieving an objective outcome. You should be someone who thrives
on a busy and ever-changing workday.
What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities :
To provide overall management, accountability, and direction for the operation of the
location / s. To maintain location occupancy, control location operating costs and generate
targeted location net operating income that meets or exceeds budget, with guidance
and support from the EXCO and senior management team including the Asset Manager.
Establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with members,
contractors, service providers, management, and team members. Ensuring the location
runs a full engagement, events and activations program to drive occupancy, retention
and repeat memberships.
Qualifications :
related field.
role is preferred.
guests, staff, and partners.
and deadlines.
pressure.
management platforms.
guest experiences.
needs.
Soft Skill Requirements :
and written)
OTHER REQUIREMENTS :
JOB SPECIFIC TASKS :
Business Strategy Development and Execution
With the assistance of the Hospitality Manager, stays current with industry trends and
stays aware of the strengths and weakness of competition in order to ensure that a
competitive guest experience is maintained; explores new business opportunities;
suggests new ideas designed to maximize property customer satisfaction, profitability,
and market share. Ensures that all new implementations are aligned with
Neighbourgood brand standards and the company’s vision and mission.
Business Information Analysis
With the assistance of the Hospitality Manager, reviews business related data such as
market share, financial performance, inventory, employee engagement, and customer
satisfaction; analyses business information to proactively address changing market
conditions, uses business information to identify indicators of product, service successes,
labour and capital expenses and opportunities for improvement; integrates business
information into business plans.
Revenue Management
Driving revenue is the cornerstone of any business and is essential to your sites
sustainability and thus it is imperative to have a constant understand of the performance
of your property. Work with the Hospitality Manager and the Revenue Manager in order
to suggest changes that would improve overall ADR and REVPAR. Work with the
Community Hosts to drive walk in, direct booking and extension revenue in order to
maximise overall property revenue.
Sales and Marketing
In conjunction with the Hospitality Manager works closely with Sales and Marketing and
Revenue team to suggest revenue generating strategies for their properties; identifies
and refers new business leads and actively assists in developing relationships with Sales
and Marketing and Revenue team to effectively execute established goals.
Talent Management and Organizational Capability
With the assistance of the Hospitality Manager, creates a cohesive and high-performance team that continuously strives for positive results and improvement; Creating learning and development opportunities for all employees; creates and effectively executes
development plans for all direct reports based on their individual strengths, development
needs, and career aspirations; identifies resource needs to strengthen property team;
creates succession plans for future job openings; actively supports the staffing process;
ensures effective work processes, systems and teamwork are in place to maximize
individual and overall property performance.
Employee and Labour Relations
With the assistance of the Hospitality Manager, verifies that all employees are treated
fairly, and with respect; fostering an environment of open communication and spending
time with employees on the frontlines; makes themself available to employees (“open
door policy”); celebrates the success of employees and works with Human Resources to
maximize employee engagement and monitor local labour environment to address
issues as needed.
Owner Relations
Builds strong rapport with property owners and Body Corporates through proactive and
on-going communication.
Customer and Public Relations Management
Interacts with members and other customers on a frequent basis to obtain feedback
about their experiences on properties; utilizes member / customer feedback to recognize
outstanding employee service performance and improve service delivery; establishes
presence in the market by actively promoting an exemplary property image, involving
oneself in the local community, and by developing strategic alliances with local officials,
businesses, and customers.
Company / Brand Policy, Procedures, and Standards Compliance
With the assistance of the Hospitality Manager, verifies property compliance with legal,
safety, operations, labour and service standards; conducts both routine and short-notice
quality assurance audits with specific departments; conducts detailed walk-throughs of
properties to ensure building, public areas, kitchen, and grounds are well-maintained,
safe, and meet or exceed guest expectations; validates that employees are appropriately
trained and performing to standard.
Why Join Us?
We are a young, dynamic and fast-growing company looking for smart, creative, hard-
working, good people with integrity to join our team.
Being a Neighbourgood team member is more than just a job. We believe the magic of
work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet and the
purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare
to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a diverse community that embraces and
inspires you — because together we can achieve more.
At Neighbourgood, we challenge ideas, and explore new ways of getting things done, and we ask you to bring your open-
minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated.
Neighbourgood is growing incredibly quickly, meaning each employee will be given
significant responsibility and autonomy. We value strong work ethic and entrepreneurial
spirit. This will mean hard work but will also mean room for innovation in developing
processes and / or programs that could benefit the company.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ambitious, people-oriented, and ready to help us build belonging through exceptional spaces, we’d love to hear from you.
Send us your CV / resume and a short note about why you’d make a great fit.
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Community Manager • Wes-Kaap, South Africa