Circular 27 of 2026 · Post 27/246 · Ref SD/1/17/26/E

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POLICY DEVELOPER GRADE 1

North West Department of Social Development

  • CentreProvincial Office
  • ProvinceNorth West
Closing date: 15 days remaining

Job details

Circular
27 of 2026
Page No.
13–14
Circular Post
27/246
Reference number
SD/1/17/26/E
Department
North West Department of Social Development
Province
North West
Centre
Provincial Office
Salary
R403 635 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
Closing date
17 August 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R403 635 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) Qualification in Developmental Studies, Community Development or Social Sciences.
  • A minimum of 8 years recognizable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Competencies Knowledge of relevant legislation frameworks and policies in the Public Service.
  • Knowledge and understanding of financial and project management.
  • Good management skills, organizing, planning, communication and presentation skills.
  • Organizing, planning, communication and presentations skills.
  • Experience in coordination and integration services.

Duties

  • Review, develop, interpret, apply, provide guidance, analyse impact of community development policies.
  • Liaise and interact with various Community Development Policies.
  • Liaise and interact with various community development structures to facilitate collaboration and establish partnerships to ensure sustainability of development actions within the community.
  • Conduct research relating to community development work.
  • Managing Community Development projects.
  • Coordinate the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated development interventions in partnership with other relevant stakeholders through the efficient, effective and economical utilization of resources by the service delivery areas.
  • Coordinates and manage community development service delivery areas to ensure that an efficient and effective community development service is delivered through the proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources.
  • Keep up to date with new developments in the community development and management fields to enhance service delivery.

Enquiries

Ms M Gaegane Tel No: (018) 3882989/ 5092

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Notes and Z83 guidance

To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae via email or hand delivery. On the subject line of your e-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number include the department, also use the correct e-mail.

  • All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 form and updated Curriculum Vitae only be in PDF Format, also as one document.
  • Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name and Centre, Reference number. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank, mark them as not relevant, and uses dashes or N/A if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information.
  • Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking reemployment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted.
  • Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service (SMS Pre Entry Certificate) is required prior to finalisation of an appointment into any SMS post. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https: www.thensg.gov.za/training -course/sms-pre-entry programme. Note: All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: All shortlisted candidates including SMS, shall undertake two preentry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
  • Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule will not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department.
  • Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees.
  • Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting.
  • The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make appointment.
  • Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
  • Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours. NB: Regrettably due to excessive budget cuts, the department is not in a position to mee any travel and subsistence costs relating to the recruitment process for the shortlisted candidates. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

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Original Text
POST 27/246 : COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POLICY DEVELOPER GRADE 1 REF NO: SD/1/17/26/E (X2 POSTS)
Poverty Eradication and Sustainable Livelihoods
Women Development
Chief Directorate: Community Development
SALARY : R403 635 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
CENTRE : Provincial Office
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) Qualification in Developmental Studies, Community Development or Social Sciences. A minimum of 8 years
recognizable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. A valid driver’s license. Competencies Knowledge of
relevant legislation frameworks and policies in the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of financial and project management. Good management
skills, organizing, planning, communication and presentation skills. Organizing, planning, communication and presentations skills. Experience in coordination
and integration services.
DUTIES : Review, develop, interpret, apply, provide guidance, analyse impact of community development policies. Liaise and interact with various Community
Development Policies. Liaise and interact with various community development structures to facilitate collaboration and establish partnerships to
ensure sustainability of development actions within the community. Conduct research relating to community development work. Managing Community
Development projects. Coordinate the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated development interventions in partnership with
other relevant stakeholders through the efficient, effective and economical utilization of resources by the service delivery areas. Coordinates and manage
community development service delivery areas to ensure that an efficient and effective community development service is delivered through the proper
utilization of human, financial and physical resources. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development and management fields to
enhance service delivery.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Gaegane Tel No: (018) 3882989/ 5092
Enquiries: Ms B Madimabe Tel No: (018) 3882989/ 5092
APPLICATIONS : E-mail: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za

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