Community Development Practitioner Grade 1 - 3 eThekwini District – West Ref No: CDP WEST 09/2026
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements · KwaZulu-Natal
Posted 4 November 2026
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REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Housing Studies, or a related Community Development qualification. A valid driver's licence.
- Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Extensive knowledge of housing legislation, policy development and implementation; Extensive knowledge of housing delivery and development process; Computer based housing information systems; Knowledge of BEE, EPWP; Procurement, legal process, financial administration;
- Knowledge of HRM prescripts and Public Service Regulations; Knowledge of Contract Administration & Legal proceedings; Knowledge of Building Structure Standards; Basic knowledge of Infrastructural Services; Knowledge of local government structures and legislation; Knowledge of public service act; Knowledge of PFMA, MFMA and Treasury Regulations; Ability to interpret and apply policy;
- Problem solving; Project management; Report writing skills; Project Facilitation; Computer literacy; Interpersonal relations; Conflict resolution; Communication skills; Financial skills; Basic Housing design and specification (PHP); Co-ordination skills; Planning skills;
- Time management skills; Public speaking; Protocol skills (Inkosi); Listening skills; Presentation skills; Demonstrate interest in housing matters; Receptive to suggestions and ideas; Innovative thinker; Pro-active; Team orientated; Goal orientated; End user focus; Willingness to travel extensively; Client focus (Batho Pele); Work after hours/weekends where necessary.
DUTIES
- Identify and facilitate the implementation of integrated community development in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders;
- Liaise and coordinate with all relevant role players, internal and external stakeholders (in departments, provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organizations) to facilitate collaboration and to ensure the suitability of development actions with community;
- Support communities and perform administrative support on the community development and related activities; Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery.