Job Requirements
Appropriate three-year qualification. A minimum of 7 years’ recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour, social systems and legislation to assist with interventions at the points where people interact with their environment in order to promote self-empowerment. Must have the ability and competence to co-ordinate community development structures and ability to manage projects. Community development knowledge, skills, attributes and values to engage in the social development of communities. Good Management and mentoring skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge and understanding of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, etc. and Financial Management. Valid driver’s license. Computer literacy. Prepared to work under pressure.
Duties
Supervise the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated community development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders and assist employees engaged in this function by resolving problems. Supervise and support community development practitioners to ensure that there is communication and co-ordination with all relevant role players both internal and external and stakeholders (e.g. in departments/provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organizations) to facilitate collaboration and establish partnerships to ensure the sustainability of development actions within the community. Supervise and guide community development practitioners to enhance their performance on community development and offer administrative support on community development and related activities. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery. Supervise and advise Community Development Practitioners to ensure an efficient and effective service.
What is the Salary
R471 330 per annum, (plus service benefits)
Location
Ehlanzeni: Bushbuckridge Sub District Office Ref No: DSD/JUNE/EHL/BBR/26/18 Gert Sibande: Chief Albert Luthuli (Elukwatini) Ref No: DSD/JUN/GER/ELU/26/19 Gert Sibande: Mkhondo Sub-District Office Ref No: DSD/JUN/GER/MKH/26/20
How to Apply
Ms. Pretty Sibinde Tel No: [013] 766 3320/ Ms. Thembi Manana Tel No: [013] 766 3232
Applications may be posted to: The Deputy Director General; Department of Social Development, Private Bag X11213, Nelspruit, 1200, OR hand delivered to: Department of Social Development offices: Mbombela Square Building No 3, 4th floor HRM Offices (next to Mbombela High Court) / Alternatively applications may be emailed to: vacancies@dsdmpu.gov.za
Apply Before:
29 June 2026
Reference No:
DSD/JUNE/EHL/BBR/26/18
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