Community Development Worker Supervisor: CDW Programme (Metro 2 City of Cape Town), Ref No. LG [...]

Closing Date: 2025/04/14

Reference Number: WCG250313-1

Tracking Number: LG 19/2025

Job Title: Community Development Worker Supervisor: CDW Programme (Metro 2 City of Cape Town), Ref No. LG 19/2025

Department: Local Government

Salary level: 8

Job Type: Permanent

Location: City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Enquiries: Mr M Bell (021) 483 3039

Job Purpose: The Department of Local Government Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure tight monitoring of Community Development Workers, maintain regular contact and monitoring of CDWs in the region, and act as regional coordinator when necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

1. An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification);
2. A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in community development;
3. 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.

Recommendation: Proof of voluntary work to the benefit of the community.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Develop the local work programme taking into account the National, Provincial and Municipal Programmes Competency;
2. Liaise between Regional Manager, Municipalities, and Government Departments (Provincial and National);
3. Reporting and information management;
4. Stay abreast of all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services;
5. Supervise community development worker teams.

Competencies:

1. Knowledge of relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures;
2. Applicable policies and service delivery orientation;
3. Cognizant of the regulatory and compliance framework;
4. Dynamics, culture, and language of the target community;
5. Government operations and procedures.

Skills needed:

1. Communication (Verbal and written);
2. Computer literacy in MS Office;
3. Literacy and numeracy;
4. Presentation;
5. Influencing;
6. Motivation and analysing skills.

Remuneration: R 376 413 - R 443 403 per annum (Salary Level 8). Note: In addition, 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: Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.