Community Development Worker : Metro 2 (Du Noon)

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A Regional Government Agency in Cape Town is seeking a community-focused individual to assist local communities in accessing government services. The role requires good communication skills and knowledge of public service legislation and guidelines. Candidates with a Senior Certificate and experience in community development are encouraged to apply. The position offers a competitive salary and service benefits.

Benefits

Medical assistance

Housing assistance

Pension-fund contributions

Qualifications

• Senior Certificate (Grade or equivalent qualification).
• Community Development Learnership Certificate is advantageous.
• Valid (Code B or higher) driving licence is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist communities with access to government services.
• Determine community needs and communicate to relevant structures.
• Promote local community workers for improved service delivery.
• Compile reports on progress and outcomes.
• Stay updated on services rendered by the government.

Skills

Facilitating skills

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent

Job description

Minimum Requirements

Senior Certificate (Grade or equivalent qualification); Proof of voluntary work.

Recommendation None.

Key Performance Areas

• Inform and assist communities in Western Cape with access to services provided by government structures.
• Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures.
• Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery.
• Compile reports and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required.
• Keep up to date with regard to all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services.

The following will be advantageous : Community Development Learnership Certificate.

Competencies Knowledge

• Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices in the public services.
• Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning.
• Facilitating skills to public participation in policy making and service delivery.
• Project organisation, interpersonal, report writing and reporting.
• Proven computer literacy (MS Office).
• Self-management and adherence to timelines.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

It will be advantageous to have 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.

Remuneration R - R per annum (Salary level 6) Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Must preferably reside in the municpal area.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes.

These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments / proficiency test.

The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.