Community Development Policy Developer: Institutional Capacity Building

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to develop, implement and maintain community development policies.

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); Grade 1: A minimum of 8 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 2: A minimum of 18 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 3: A minimum of 28 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.

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Develop, implement and maintain community development policies: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures to determine whether the legislation, policies and procedures are still relevant and comply with current requirements; Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant acts, policies and procedures and develop new policies/procedures where required. This includes costing the policies; Develop, implement and monitor youth development programmes; Manage social relief projects. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study relevant journals and publications to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments; Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously; Liase/attend meetings with other departments, non-government institutions and relevant stakeholders to take cognisance of the latest developments in the relevant fields; Engage in continuous development activities; Research and development related to social relief programmes; Perform the administrative functions required in the unit; Stakeholder engagements; The facilitation and developing of provincial NPO Capacity Building focussing on Registration and Compliance, Good Governance, Fundraising and Policies; Identify capacity building needs and facilitate capacity building training for government officials.

Knowledge and understanding of the following: Policy formulation and implementation; Public Service Management Framework Theories and Systems; Skills, attitudes and values in community development; Extensive knowledge of the NPO Act, General Laws Amendment Act, the NPO Capacity Building Framework; NPO Fundraising, policy development and sustainability models; Familiar with the Independent Code, Tax Exemption/18a and legal structures for NPO's; Technical knowledge of NPO Registration and Compliance; Skills in the following: Problem Solving; Facilitation Skills and development of Power Point Presentations; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Communication (Written and Verbal); Management of Databases; Ability to undertake complex research; Manage community development structures and projects; Influence individuals and groups to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence will have advantageous.

Grade 1: R – ; Grade 2: R – ; Grade 3: R – OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service(MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations 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 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.

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