Community Development Officer - Beaufort West, South Africa - Western Cape Government

Description

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification); A minimum of 2 years experience in community development/rural development including farm worker environments.

A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence or alternatively people with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Project management; Facilitation, implementation and participation in community outreach programmes and Awareness sessions; Training and capacity buildings; Stakeholder engagements within the rural community context; Compliance in financial management policies and prescripts; Administration and report writing.

Knowledge of the following: Community development, rural development and agri worker sector; Maintaining a record management system; Record minutes and decisions at meetings; Relevant legislation/policies/ prescripts and procedures; Basic financial administration;

Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skill (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

R per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration: 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.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.