Community Development Worker Supervisor: Cdw Management: Region A,

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; 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. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Community development knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to engage in the social development of communities; Understanding of human behaviour and social systems and legislation to assist with interventions at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote self- empowerment; The ability and competence to co-ordinate community development structures and ability to manage projects; The ability to influence individuals and group to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures. Skills in the following: Communication (Verbal and written); Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Presentation skills; Facilitation; Research skills (information gathering and analyses); Supervisory skills; Problem solving; Report writing.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and support Community Development Workers within the designated area; Community Development Coordination; Stakeholder and Intergovernmental Relations; Service Delivery Monitoring and Governance; Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation; Managerial/Supervisory functions.

How to Apply

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Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department by applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026