Assistant Community Development Manager Grade 1: Sustainable Livelihood
Limpopo Department of Social Development
- Location
- Sekhukhune District Office, Limpopo
- Salary
- R626 454 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 06 Nov 2026
Posted 15 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- Assistant Community Development Manager at the Sekhukhune District Office
- You need Grade 12 plus a diploma in development studies, social sciences or similar
- At least 8 years of community development experience
- A valid driver's licence is needed
- Apply by post or hand-in as set out in the official advert
How to apply
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How to apply: Applicants are hereby invited to apply for the funded vacant posts as advertised. Applicants who previously applied for the re-advertised posts they are encouraged to re-apply if still interested. Applications should be addressed to various institution as per the applicant’s need, for Head Office, Seshego Treatment Centre, Mavambe Secure Care Centre : Applications should be directed to Head of Department, Private Bag X9710, Polokwane, 0700 or submitted at: 21 Biccard Street, Olympic Towers Building, Ground Floor, Office no 30. Capricorn District/Sekutupu Old Age Home: The District Director, Private Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, post 36/245, ref DSD/2026/142 (X1 POST) (Re Advert). Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Requirements:
Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification at NQF 6 in Development Studies / Diaconiology / Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Population Studies / Demography or equivalent qualification in the relevant field or area as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of eight (08) years’ appropriate experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities). Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and understanding of individual and group behaviour, its inter-relations within community structures, dynamics of the community and current legislation to enable interventions. Knowledge of community development principles. The ability and competence to manage community development structures and projects. The ability to influence individuals and groups to participate in self- empowerment ventures. The ability to undertake complex research. Problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Computer literacy. Written and verbal communication skills. Financial management. Presentation skills. Project management. Supervision skills. Policy formulation and implementation. Knowledge of the Public Service Management Framework, e.g. PFMA, Labour Relations Act, etc.
Duties:
Coordinate the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated development interventions in partnership with other relevant stakeholders through efficient, effective and economical utilisation of resources by the service delivery area(s). Coordinate and manage community development service delivery area(s) to ensure that an efficient and effective community development service is delivered through the proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development and management fields to enhance service delivery. Plan and ensure that research on community development is undertaken including the facilitation of complex community development research.
Enquiries: General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr LI Mosehlana / Mr Moraba BV Tel No: (015) 230 4387 / 4391
Reference number: DSD/2026/142 (X1 POST) (Re Advert)