Community Development Administrator (Temp- 6 Months)

Dorper Wind Farm; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Johannesburg is seeking a Community Development Administrator to oversee daily community development activities. The role involves managing multiple projects, maintaining communication with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Ideal candidates should have at least a Bachelor's Degree in Social Science or Development Studies and 2 years of experience in community development.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in community development or related fields.
• Knowledge of BBBEE Act and Sustainable Development Goals.
• Experience in financial reporting and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Manage community development activities and project documentation.
• Facilitate communication between relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor adherence to procurement processes.

Skills

Community Development knowledge

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Social Science/Development Studies

Job description

Job overview: The CDA will be responsible for the daily operation of community development activities and provides administrative support in community development areas. The CDA must be able to manage multiple projects and tasks such as preparing planning documentation and reports, while coordinating and maintaining daily flow of communication between the Community Liaison Officer and Community Development Manager. The CDA should be able to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and manage procurement and suppliers.

Qualification: Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Social Science/Development Studies

Recommended experience: 2 years

Experience:

• Knowledge of Community Development and stakeholder management
• Competent in Microsoft Excell,Word and Powerpoint
• Knowledge of BBBEE Act
• Knowledge of Sustainable Development Goals and National Development Strategy
• REIPPP Governance experience an advantage
• SED and ED programmes or projects
• Adhoc Sponsorship request management and reporting
• Procurement
• Programme or project close out and monthly reporting
• Financial reporting
• Supplier management

Job Description:

• Review documentation submitted for proposal that it is aligned with ED and SED procurement policy
• Receive and respond to queries from program participants
• Consolidate program monitoring findings for reporting to CDM
• Monitor and adhere to procurement processes
• Manage suppliers
• Submits reports to CDM and monitor program compliance and performance
• Drafts agreements, contracts, and communication for approval by CDM
• Prepare payment requests for all projects
• Obtain quotations and proposals for projects to be undertaken.
• Facilitate communication between CLO, CDM and potential partners.
• Maintains and updates appropriate policies and procedures
• Performs related duties as required

Desired Characteristics:

• High level of commitment to accuracy and quality
• Initiator, innovative, energetic and self-driven
• Service oriented individual that can work under pressure
• High level of integrity