Exciting Career Opportunity: Assistant Community Development Grade 1 (X65 Posts)

Exciting Career Opportunity: Assistant Community Development Grade 1 (X65 Posts)

Are you passionate about community development and looking for an opportunity to make a difference? The Department of Social Development invites applications for Assistant Community Development Practitioner Grade 1 positions across various districts in the Free State province. If you are motivated, have the necessary qualifications, and want to contribute to social change, this opportunity is for you!

Job Title: Assistant Community Development Practitioner Grade 1

Number of Posts: 65
Salary: R174 711 per annum, plus benefits (OSD salary package)
Application Closing Date: 21 February 2025

Vacant Positions by District:

Mangaung District (21 Posts)

• Limo Office: 8 Posts
• Thaba Nchu Office: 7 Posts
• Botshabelo Office: 6 Posts
• Ref No: DSDFS 01/25

Lejweleputswa District (7 Posts)

• Welkom Office: 5 Posts
• Boshof Office: 2 Posts
• Ref No: DSDFS 02/25

Thabo Mofutsanyana District (13 Posts)

• Bethlehem Office: 9 Posts
• FDC Office: 4 Posts
• Ref No: DSDFS 03/25

Fezile Dabi District (19 Posts)

• Sasolburg Office: 3 Posts
• Frankford Office: 7 Posts
• Kroonstad Office: 9 Posts
• Ref No: DSDFS 04/25

Xhariep District (5 Posts)

• Smithfield Office: 3 Posts
• Jagersfontein Office: 1 Post
• Koffiefontein Office: 1 Post
• Ref No: DSDFS 05/25

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 qualification.
• Community Development Certificate (NQF Level 5).
• Basic knowledge of community development/work.
• Understanding of social dynamics within communities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with community development structures.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Assistant Community Development Practitioner, you will be responsible for:

1. Identifying and Facilitating Community Development Initiatives:
   • Establishing social relationships with community members and stakeholders.
   • Assessing community needs, available resources, and service delivery challenges.
   • Profiling communities and households to determine socio-economic conditions.
2. Planning and Implementation:
   • Assisting in formulating community development goals and objectives.
   • Helping communities prioritize activities and utilize available resources effectively.
   • Supporting budgeting and financial planning for community projects.
3. Administrative Support and Monitoring:
   • Liaising with and coordinating stakeholders for effective project implementation.
   • Assisting in the registration and monitoring of Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs).
   • Ensuring compliance with the NPO Act and PFMA regulations.
   • Coordinating awareness campaigns and public education programs.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must submit their applications to the respective district offices based on their preferred work location. Ensure to quote the relevant Reference Number when applying.

Submission Addresses by District:

Mangaung Metro:

• Address: Department of Social Development, P.O. Box 695, Bloemfontein, 9300
• Hand Delivery: Shop No:46, Lemo Mall, Dr Belcher Road, Bloemfontein, 9301
• Email: Recruitment.mangaung@fssocdev.gov.za

Lejweleputswa District:

• Hand Delivery: Department of Social Development, Macholo Building, 05 Elizabeth Street, Welkom, 9460
• Email: Recruitment.lejweleputswa@fssocdev.gov.za

Thabo Mofutsanyana District:

• Address: Department of Social Development, Corner of Moremoholo & Setai Street, Old FDC Building, Setsing, 9870
• Email: Recruitment.tmofutsanyana@fssocdev.gov.za

Fezile Dabi District:

• Address: P.O. Box 1122, Kroonstad, 9595
• Hand Delivery: KGI Building, 20 Cross Street, Kroonstad
• Email: Recruitment.Fdabi@fssocdev.gov.za

Xhariep District:

• Address: Department of Social Development, 15 Dawid Street, Trompsburg, 9913
• Email: Recruitment.Xhariep@fssocdev.gov.za

Thekolohelong Welfare Centre and Boiketlong Old Age Home:

• Address: The Department of Social Development, Private Bag X20616, Bloemfontein, 9300
• Attention: Ms. M.V. Mophethe – Human Resource Management (Recruitment Section), Old Standard Bank Building
• Hand Delivery: Corner Charlotte Maxeke and West Burger Street, Old Standard Bank Building, Bloemfontein
• Email: Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za

Contact Information for Enquiries:

• Mangaung District: Ms. M. Phori – 071 864 5734
• Lejweleputswa District: Mr. Maleme – 071 853 8481
• Thabo Mofutsanyana District: Ms. P. Litabe – 066 486 6749
• Fezile Dabi District: Ms. M. Martins – 083 443 8343
• Xhariep District: Mr. T. Mjacu – 062 464 8445

This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to start or grow their careers in community development. If you meet the requirements and are passionate about empowering communities, apply before the closing date – 21 February 2025.

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