Community Development Supervisor

In brief

**Overview** This is a Community Development Supervisor position (Reference No: DSD15/08/2026MADADENI), Grade 1, within the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development. The role is based at the Madadeni Service Office in the Amajuba District and offers an annual salary of R471 330. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Supervising the identification, facilitation, and implementation of integrated community development interventions in partnership with communities and relevant stakeholders. * Assisting employees engaged in community development functions by resolving problems. * Supervising and supporting community development practitioners to ensure effective communication and coordination with internal and external role players (such as other Departments, NGOs, local community structures, and faith-based organizations). * Facilitating intersectional collaboration, integrated planning, and the establishment of partnerships to ensure the sustainability of development activities within the community. * Supervising and guiding community development practitioners to enhance their performance in community development. * Performing administrative support for community development and related activities. * Staying informed about new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery. * Supervising and advising community development practitioners to ensure an efficient and effective service. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Community Development/Development Studies/Social Science. * A valid driver’s license. * **Experience:** * A minimum of 7 years recognizable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. * **Knowledge:** * Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. * Public Service Act. * Public Service Regulations. * Public Finance Management Act. * Treasury Regulations. * Basic Conditions of Employment Act. * Batho-Pele principles. * Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems and legislation to assist with interventions at the point where people interact with their environments in order to promote self-empowerment. * Ability and competence to coordinate community development structures. * Understanding of social dynamics of communities. * Employee Performance Management and Development System. * **Skills:** * Planning and organizing. * Communication (verbal and written). * Financial management. * Interpersonal. * Presentation. * Monitoring and evaluation. * People management. * Project management. * Research and report writing. * Problem solving. * Computer literacy. * Numeracy. * Language. * Driving. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an experienced and qualified community development professional who possesses a Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in a relevant field and a minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience in community development. The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory, leadership, and coordination abilities, coupled with comprehensive knowledge of public service legislation and community dynamics. They should demonstrate excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills, capable of guiding practitioners and facilitating integrated development interventions within communities. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-social-development-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-dsd15-08-2026madadeni Source: govpage

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