About the Role
The Department of Social Development is seeking a dedicated Assistant Community Development Manager Grade 1 based in the Sekhukhune District Office. This role plays a vital part in enhancing the quality of life for communities by coordinating and implementing integrated development interventions. Your efforts will directly impact the well-being of individuals and families in the local area, ensuring that resources are utilized effectively and efficiently in the public service of South Africa. By facilitating partnerships with various stakeholders, you will contribute to creating sustainable and inclusive community development initiatives.
In the heart of Sekhukhune, this position offers an opportunity to make a real difference. As you engage with community members and organizations, you will be at the forefront of identifying their needs and addressing them through strategic planning and management. This role not only requires knowledge of community dynamics but also the ability to influence and empower individuals and groups to participate in self-empowerment ventures, fostering a sense of ownership and collective progress within the community.
About the Department
The Department of Social Development aims to promote social cohesion and improve the quality of life for all South Africans. With a mandate to enhance community well-being, it focuses on delivering essential services and programs that empower individuals and communities. Working within this department means being part of a mission that upholds the values of dignity, equality, and respect for all, making a meaningful impact on society.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate the identification, facilitation, and implementation of community development interventions.
- Manage community development service delivery areas to ensure effective and efficient service provision.
- Keep abreast of new trends and developments in community development and management fields to enhance service delivery.
- Plan and oversee research initiatives related to community development, facilitating complex research activities.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 and a relevant qualification at NQF Level 6 in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- A minimum of eight years of appropriate experience in community development.
- Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (excluding those with disabilities).
- Strong understanding of community dynamics and legislation.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Proficiency in financial management and policy formulation.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification at NQF 6 in Development Studies / Diaconiology / Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Population Studies / Demography or equivalent qualification in the relevant field or area as recognised by SAQA.A minimum of eight (08) years’ appropriate experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.
A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and understanding of individual and group behaviour, its inter-relations within community structures, dynamics of the community and current legislation to enable interventions.
Knowledge of community development principles.
The ability and competence to manage community development structures and projects.
The ability to influence individuals and groups to participate in self- empowerment ventures.
The ability to undertake complex research.
Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
Computer literacy.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Financial management.
Presentation skills.
Project management.
Supervision skills.
Policy formulation and implementation.
Knowledge of the Public Service Management Framework, e.
g.
PFMA, Labour Relations Act, etc.
Job Duties
Coordinate the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated development interventions in partnership with other relevant stakeholders through efficient, effective and economical utilisation of resources by the service delivery area(s).Coordinate and manage community development service delivery area(s) to ensure that an efficient and effective community development service is delivered through the proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources.
Keep up to date with new developments in the community development and management fields to enhance service delivery.
Plan and ensure that research on community development is undertaken including the facilitation of complex community development research.
