Job Purpose    

• The Department of Local Government Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure tight monitoring of Community Development Workers, maintain regular contact and monitoring of CDW’s in the region and acting as regional coordinator when necessary. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in community development; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation    

• Proof of voluntary work to the benefit of the community. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Develop the local work programme taking into account the National, Provincial and Municipal Programmes Competency; Liaise between Regional Manager, Municipalities as well as Government Departments (Provincial and National); Reporting and information management; Stay abreast on all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services; Supervise community development worker teams. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Applicable policies and service delivery orientation; Cognisant of the regulatory and compliance framework; Dynamics, culture and language of the target community; Government operations and procedures. Skills needed: Communication (Verbal and written); Computer literacy in MS Office; Literacy and numeracy; Presentation; Influencing; Motivation and analysing skills.