Manager: Community Development: Zwelintlanga Fatman Mgcawu District
Northern Cape Department Of Social Development
- Location
- Upington, Northern Cape
- Salary (as advertised)
- R1 009 512 – R1 414 593 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Bachelor's degree
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for a Manager of Community Development within the Northern Cape Department of Social Development, based at the District Office in Upington. The position is specifically for the Zwelintlanga Fatman Mgcawu District. The advertised salary range for this position is Grade 1-2: R1 009 512 - R1 414 593 per annum, with the final salary determined in accordance with the OSD (Occupation Specific Dispensation). **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Managing the identification, facilitation, and implementation of integrated development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders through the efficient, effective, and economical utilization of resources by the unit/sub-directorate. * Monitoring, interpreting, and reviewing legislation and policies to determine their relevance and compliance with current requirements. * Developing proposals to amend/maintain relevant acts and policies, and developing new policies where required. * Managing the community development unit/sub-directorate to ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective community development service through the proper utilization of human, financial, and physical resources. * Keeping up to date with new developments in the community development and management fields to enhance service delivery. * Planning and ensuring that research on community development is undertaken. * Undertaking or facilitating complex community development research. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate NQF Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development / Development Studies / Social Science. * Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. * A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification, including five years supervisory/middle management experience. * Competencies: * Good Communication skills * Report writing skills * Facilitation skills * Co-ordination skills * Liaison skills * Networking * Interpersonal skills * Leadership skills * Analytical skills * Diplomacy * Change and knowledge management * Planning and organization skills * People Management * Financial Management * Problem Solving, Planning & organizing * Time Management * Team player * Strategic Planning * Policy analysis and development **Who should apply** This role is ideal for an experienced professional holding an NQF Level 7 Bachelor's Degree in Community Development, Development Studies, or Social Science. Applicants must have a minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience in Community Development, including at least five years in a supervisory or middle management role, and possess a valid motor vehicle driver's licence. The candidate should demonstrate strong competencies in communication, leadership, analytical thinking, people management, financial management, strategic planning, and policy development within the community development sector. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/northern-cape-department-of-social-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-cdm-zfm-04-26 Source: govpage
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