Director: Community Development

Job Overview

The Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs is seeking a Director: Community Development to lead the implementation of the Community Development Worker (CDW) programme in Gauteng.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

• Matric plus NQF level7/ bachelor’s degree in development work, social sciences, or a relevant qualification
• 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the Public Service
• Competencies in financial management, knowledge of Community Development work, relevant legislation & policies, programme management, integrated approach to service delivery, computer literacy, planning, team development, decision making, presentation, leadership, Community Development, networking, communication, organizing, controlling, research
• A valid driver’s license

Duties

The Director: Community Development will be responsible for:

• Customizing the CDW national Policy Framework to an Implementation Plan for CDWP
• Managing the establishment of Provincial and District Forums for co-ordination and implementation of CDWP
• Providing functional linkages between national offices (DCOG & DPSA) and Provincial stakeholders
• Managing developmental aspects of CDWP in accordance with policy framework and standard guidelines
• Providing guidance and advisory services to Municipalities for CDWP implementation

Application Details

Applications should be submitted online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx and should be accompanied by a most recent Z83 form and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).