COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER GRADE 1-3 (X16 POSTS)

Requirements

National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Housing Studies, or a related Community Development qualification. A valid driver's licence. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Extensive knowledge of housing legislation, policy development and implementation; Extensive knowledge of housing delivery and development process; Computer based housing information systems; Knowledge of BEE, EPWP; Procurement, legal process, financial administration; Knowledge of HRM prescripts and Public Service Regulations; Knowledge of Contract Administration & Legal proceedings; Knowledge of Building Structure Standards; Basic knowledge of Infrastructural Services; Knowledge of local government structures and legislation; Knowledge of public service act; Knowledge of PFMA, MFMA and Treasury Regulations; Ability to interpret and apply policy; Problem solving; Project management; Report writing skills; Project Facilitation; Computer literacy; Interpersonal relations; Conflict resolution; Communication skills; Financial skills; Basic Housing design and specification (PHP); Co-ordination skills; Planning skills; Time management skills; Public speaking; Protocol skills (Inkosi); Listening skills; Presentation skills; Demonstrate interest in housing matters; Receptive to suggestions and ideas; Innovative thinker; Pro-active; Team orientated; Goal orientated; End user focus; Willingness to travel extensively; Client focus (Batho Pele); Work after hours/weekends where necessary.

Duties

Identify and facilitate the implementation of integrated community development in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders; Liaise and coordinate with all relevant role players, internal and external stakeholders (in departments, provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organizations) to facilitate collaboration and to ensure the suitability of development actions with community; Support communities and perform administrative support on the community development and related activities; Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery.

Where to send your application

Applications must be posted to: The Head of Department, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements, Private Bag X54367, Durban, 4000 or hand delivered to: The Acting Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Department of Human Settlements, Ground Floor, Murchison Passage, 353-363 Dr Pixley ka Seme Street, Durban, 4001. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs FOR ATTENTION : Mr. TW Khalishwayo

Enquiries

Enquiries related to the abovementioned posts can be directed to: eThekwini District – North – Mr. WM Shange Tel No: (031) 319 3627 eThekwini District – West – Mr. WM Shange Tel No: (031) 319 3627 iLembe District – Mr. WM Shange Tel No: (031) 319 3627 Harry Gwala District – Mr. WM Shange Tel No: (031) 319 3627 uThukela District – Mr. MF Yengwa Tel No: (033) 845 2021 uMgungundlovu District – Mr. MF Gwala Tel No: (033) 845 2021 uMzinyathi District – Mr. MF Yengwa Tel No: (033) 845 2021 Zululand District – Ms. NN Nombela Tel No: (031) 336 5223 Amajuba District – Ms. HNG Madi Tel No: (031) 336 5223 uMkhanyakude District – Mr. TH Makeleni Tel No: (035) 572 1038 King Cetshwayo District – Mr. NA Khanyezi Tel No: +27 0 111 0090

Note

NB: Applicants are requested to submit separate application forms for each district they are applying for.

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