COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION A (HOUT BAY)

Job Overview

The Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government, is hiring a Community Development Worker for Region A (Hout Bay) under reference LG 30/2026. The position offers a salary of R280 278 - R330 162 per annum (Level 06). Requirements include a Grade 12 certificate, knowledge of public service policies, community structures, computer literacy, and strong communication and facilitation skills. Duties involve assisting communities in accessing government services, determining community needs, promoting networks, and compiling progress reports.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent (NQF level 4)
• Knowledge of applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices in the public services
• Knowledge of the composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning
• Facilitating skills to public participation in policy making and service delivery
• Project organisation, interpersonal, report writing and reporting skills
• Proven computer literacy (MS Office)
• Self-management and adherence to timelines
• Written and verbal communication skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Inform and assist communities in the Western Cape with access to services provided by government structures
• Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures
• Promote networks and enhance the activities or existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery
• Compile report and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required
• Keep up to date regarding all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services

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