Director: Community Development

Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 267 000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs seeks a Director for Community Development in Johannesburg. This leadership role involves customizing policies, managing development programs, and collaborating with municipal stakeholders. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in relevant fields and have significant experience in managerial roles within the public sector. The position offers a competitive annual package of R1,266,714.00, focusing on community engagement and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• 5 years' experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the Public Service.
• Competencies in various management areas as outlined.

Responsibilities

• Manage the establishment of Provincial and District Forums for the CDWP.
• Provide guidance and advisory services to Municipalities for implementation of CDWP within Gauteng.
• Ensure effective implementation of the CDW Information Management System.

Skills

Financial management

Community Development knowledge

Programme management

Computer literacy

Planning

Leadership

Communication

Research

Education

NQF level 7/ bachelor’s degree in development work or social sciences

Job description

Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs

Director: Community Development

• Reference Number : REFS/023225
• Directorate : Community Development
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R1 266 714.00 per annum (all-inclusive package)

Requirements :

• Matric plus NQF level 7/ bachelor’s degree in development work social sciences or relevant qualification, coupled with 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the Public Service. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made. Competencies: Financial management, knowledge of Community Development work, relevant legislation & policies, programme management, integrated approach to service delivery, computer literacy, planning, team development, decision making, presentation, leadership, Community Development, networking, communication, organizing, controlling, research. A valid drivers’ license.

Duties :

• Customise the CDW national Policy Framework to an Implementation Plan for (CDWP). Manage the establishment of Provincial and District Forums for co-ordination and implementation of CDWP. Provide functional linkages between the national offices (DCOG & DPSA) and the Provincial stakeholders in all aspects of CDWP within Gauteng. Manage all developmental aspects of the CDWP in accordance with the policy framework and standard guidelines. Provide guidance and advisory services to Municipalities for the implementation of CDWP within Gauteng. Manage processes for identification of potential operational risks and obstacles to develop appropriate solutions and proactively report deviations, trends, and problem areas to the CDW National Coordinators Forum (NCF). Ensure analyses of consolidated provincial reports and provide recommendations thereon. Manage, monitor, and evaluate the functioning of CDW programme in the province. Manage the broad recruitment standards and implementation framework for the CDW programme. Procure necessary human, financial, equipment and other resources. Establish and maintain appropriate control mechanism. Ensure principles of CDWP in Gauteng and policies are implemented within a structure framework by both spheres of government and other relevant local governance structures. Facilitate implementation of partnership framework within local government to effect systematic operation of the CDW programmes. Ensure increasing response to community needs and effective implementation of development initiatives emanated from CDW operations. Manage the development of a memorandum of understanding between stakeholders (municipalities, government departments and local governance structures) and the DCOG. Manage the implementation of the CDWP in line with National, Provincial and Local Government access strategies. Ensure effective linkage of citizens to government programmes, projects, and services. Manage the alignment of the CDWP with other government programmes i.e. Public Participation, LED and GCIS. Manage the implementation of the CDW Information Management System. Manage the provision of support to mobile platforms for CDW’s. Manage the process of the provision of CDW resources in close proximity to community clustering areas. Develop realistic and cost-effective operational deliverables and milestones to meet deadlines. Manage the compilation and the implementation of strategic business plan and operational plans. Manage HR related matters and budget.

Notes :

• It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to people with disabilities. Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx or http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx and it should be accompanied by a most recent Z83 form and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of qualifications and Identity will be submitted upon request (no postal or hand delivery applications will be accepted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Following the interview and exercise, the selection panel will recommend SMS candidates to attend a generic management competency assessment. The certificate for entry into SMS and full details can be sourced by the following link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Preference will be given to female applicants for SMS posts. Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 08-09-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have a Matric plus NQF level 7/ bachelor’s degree in development work social sciences or relevant qualification?

Do you have 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the Public Service?

Do you possess the following competencies: Financial management, knowledge of Community Development work, relevant legislation & policies, programme management, integrated approach to service delivery, computer literacy, planning, team development, decision making, presentation, leadership, Community Development, networking, communication, organizing, controlling, research?

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.