Community Development Worker Supervisor (X17 Posts) Directorate: Public Participation Salary : R413 001 Per Annum (Level 08) Centre : All Municipalities: Ehlanzeni District Municipality: City Of Mbombela

Requirements

A Senior Certificate and National Diploma in Public Administration/ Management/Social Sciences, Community Development Studies and or any relevant qualification. Three (3) years’ relevant experience in community development environment and an in depth understanding of public participation and community development. The ability to demonstrate sound knowledge of policies and government practices. Must have planning and execution skills, leadership, supervisory and management skills; and the ability to delegate with empowerment. Understand people management, intergovernmental relations and using Information Communication and Technology to achieve work objectives. Applicants must reside in the Municipality where there is a vacancy. Ability to handle pressure and able to meet deadlines. A valid Driver’s Licence. Skills and Competencies: Research skills; In-depth understanding and knowledge of ward and community dynamics; Good communicator; Networking skills; Analytical skills; Facilitating skills; In depth knowledge of government regulations and policies; Problem solving skills; Computer skills; Monitoring and evaluation skills; A thorough knowledge of the dynamics, culture and language of the target community and must be a resident of the target community; Project organisation skills; Ability to network efficiently and effectively; In depth knowledge of government spheres.

Key Responsibilities

Develop work plans and a monitoring tool for work done by CDWs daily, translating to weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Conduct CDW Performance Assessments. Convene CDW monthly meetings. Coordinate the development and update of ward and community profiles. Network with various spheres of government and other government agencies to develop an integrated government response towards addressing community challenges. Monitor and support improvement of service delivery through coordination of intervention process by relevant structures. Coordinate CDWs to effectively report early warning in order to improve service delivery. Analyse municipal reports and identify common trends. Receive referrals and manage the escalations of reported community concerns. Monitor and support improved communication channels on community engagements. Facilitate dissemination 162 of government information pamphlets, brochures and related materials. Attend relevant municipal and district meetings.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Mr PP Mokwena Tel No: (013) 766 6225 and Ms. NI Mashego Tel No: (013) 766 6543