Assistant Community Development Manager Grade 1: Sustainable Livelihood

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 vent

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.

Enquiries

General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr LI Mosehlana / Mr Moraba BV Tel No: (015) 230 4387 / 4391

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