Key Responsibility Areas

• Implements Community Development Programmes.
• Implements activities of the different Forums related to Community Development Programmes or Projects within the eThekwini Municipal area.
• Provides input into the development of Community Development Policy for the Municipality.
• Provides input during the establishment of Community Development Programmes or Projects at local level by facilitating the establishment process of the development programmes or projects.
• Implements identified projects from business plan.
• Provides reports on the performance of programmes or projects in order for the Regional Coordinator to monitor progress.
• Updating the Regional Co-ordinator in terms of agreed plans.

Competencies

• Written Communication- Communication The ability to communicate in writing as appropriate to specific audiences.
• Oral Communication- The ability to articulate a message in an understandable and convincing manner.
• Organisational Awareness- The ability to understand the Municipality’s objectives, and the impact of decisions on the community and the functioning of the department.
• Planning and Organising- The ability to plan activities within specific time frames and then to execute these activities according to plan.
• Attention to Detail- Ability to scrutinize own work and that of others to ensure accuracy and compliance with the relevant municipal standards.
• Data Processing & Analysis- Ability to process data and bring out about improvements in the way in which it is processed.
• Interpersonal- Relationships The ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with people within and outside of the Municipality.
• Communication- The capacity to listen attentively, grasp issues, present information in a clear manner and respond appropriately to verbal and written communication of others.
• Service Delivery- Orientation The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve municipal goals.
• Client Orientation and Customer Focus- Understands the service needs of a client / customer (internal or external) and actively focuses on anticipating, meeting and exceeding the needs in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Action Orientation- The display of high work ethic in setting and achieving challenging goals, meeting deadlines and keeping promises. It manifests itself in one’s ability to stay focused on task, to be energetic, persistent and reliable.
• Resilience- The ability to respond constructively to pressure / stress situations and the ability to persist with goals despite obstacles and setbacks.

Essential Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 1 Year relevant experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and a Higher Certificate in Public Management or Public Participation.
• 2 Years experience working with diverse groups and active involvement in community initiatives