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Job overview:
The CDA will be responsible for the daily operation of community development activities and provides administrative support in community development areas. The CDA must be able to manage multiple projects and tasks such as preparing planning documentation and reports, while coordinating and maintaining daily flow of communication between the Community Liaison Officer and Community Development Manager. The CDA should be able to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and manage procurement and suppliers.

Qualification:
Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Social Science/Development Studies

Recommended experience:
2 years

Experience:

• Knowledge of Community Development and stakeholder management
• Competent in Microsoft Excell,Word and Powerpoint
• Knowledge of BBBEE Act
• Knowledge of Sustainable Development Goals and National Development Strategy
• REIPPP Governance experience an advantage
• SED and ED programmes or projects
• Adhoc Sponsorship request management and reporting
• Procurement
• Programme or project close out and monthly reporting
• Financial reporting
• Supplier management

Job Description:

• Review documentation submitted for proposal that it is aligned with ED and SED procurement policy
• Receive and respond to queries from program participants
• Consolidate program monitoring findings for reporting to CDM
• Monitor and adhere to procurement processes
• Manage suppliers
• Submits reports to CDM and monitor program compliance and performance
• Drafts agreements, contracts, and communication for approval by CDM
• Prepare payment requests for all projects
• Obtain quotations and proposals for projects to be undertaken.
• Facilitate communication between CLO, CDM and potential partners.
• Maintains and updates appropriate policies and procedures
• Performs related duties as required

Desired Characteristics:

• High level of commitment to accuracy and quality
• Initiator, innovative, energetic and self-driven
• Service oriented individual that can work under pressure
• High level of integrity

Closing Date

2025/11/10

Reference Number

WCG

Tracking Number

DSD 88/2025

Job Title

Community Development Policy Developer: Institutional Capacity Building (ICB), Ref No. DSD 88/2025

Department

Social Development

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Ms D Dreyers at

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town-CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to develop, implement and maintain community development policies.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); Grade 1: A minimum of 8 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 2: A minimum of 18 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 3: A minimum of 28 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Develop, implement and maintain community development policies: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures to determine whether the legislation, policies and procedures are still relevant and comply with current requirements; Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant acts, policies and procedures and develop new policies/procedures where required. This includes costing the policies; Develop, implement and monitor youth development programmes; Manage social relief projects. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study relevant journals and publications to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments; Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously; Liase/attend meetings with other departments, non-government institutions and relevant stakeholders to take cognisance of the latest developments in the relevant fields; Engage in continuous development activities; Research and development related to social relief programmes; Perform the administrative functions required in the unit; Stakeholder engagements; The facilitation and developing of provincial NPO Capacity Building focussing on Registration and Compliance, Good Governance, Fundraising and Policies; Identify capacity building needs and facilitate capacity building training for government officials.

Competencies

Knowledge and understanding of the following: Policy formulation and implementation; Public Service Management Framework Theories and Systems; Skills, attitudes and values in community development; Extensive knowledge of the NPO Act, General Laws Amendment Act, the NPO Capacity Building Framework; NPO Fundraising, policy development and sustainability models; Familiar with the Independent Code, Tax Exemption/18a and legal structures for NPO's; Technical knowledge of NPO Registration and Compliance; Skills in the following: Problem Solving; Facilitation Skills and development of Power Point Presentations; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Communication (Written and Verbal); Management of Databases; Ability to undertake complex research; Manage community development structures and projects; Influence individuals and groups to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence will have advantageous.

Remuneration

Grade 1: R – ; Grade 2: R – ; Grade 3: R – OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service(MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Listing reference: ukzn_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 26 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES, PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT), DISICPLINE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES, HOWARD COLLEGE CAMPUS, (1 POST).

Job description

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the top Universities in South Africa and in the top 500 Universities globally. The School of Social Sciences is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The Discipline of Development's Community Development programme has an established reputation, nationally, and it has a vibrant postgraduate research programme.

• The School of Social Science seeks to appoint someone at Full professor, or Associate Professor level in the discipline of Development Studies, who has a specialisation in Community Development.
• The successful candidates will be expected to lecture undergraduates and postgraduate students in two or more of the following areas: Development in Southern Africa, Globalization Then and Now, Development in a Changing World Economy.
• The incumbent must be able to and assist in supervising and mentoring students at Honours, Masters and PhD levels; contribute to the academic functions within the discipline of community development; and actively participate in community engagement projects and in growing the academic standing of the discipline.

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Development Studies.

Minimum requirements

Professor

• A PhD degree in Community Development and/or Development Studies or any cognate discipline.
• At least 9 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
• Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
• Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
• Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

Associate Professor

• A PhD degree in in Community Development and/or Development Studies or any cognate discipline.
• At least 6 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
• Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
• Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants
• A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
• Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
• Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks which are available on the University Vacancies website on

The School and the University reserve the right not to appoint and/or stop the recruitment process at any stage.

Short-listed candidates may be expected to do a presentation on a specific topic.

All applicants are required to apply online on Career Portal,

The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 October 2025.

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal ("the University") is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 "POPIA") submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University's recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.

• Please do not send us copies of your degree and other certificates. We will request certified copies if you are short listed for interview.

• Please read the advertisement carefully. We do not consider applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements.

• The University is committed to Employment Equity.

• The University reserves the right not to fill a vacancy.

• Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the closing date, please assume you are unsuccessful

• Please familiarise yourself with the University's Section 18 Notice regarding the processing of your Personal Information.

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The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportuniies for a suitably qualified and competent Social Worker to provide social work services within the Service Delivery Areas through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being.

A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

None

Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes (Case work, group work and Community work). Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Supervise and Support Social Auxiliary Workers; Continuous Professional Development. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all the administrative functions required of the job; Ensure NPOs comply with registration requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks; Monitor and review services delivered by NPOs to ensure alignment with Provincial and National legislative and policy frameworks; Administer Non-Financial Data (NFD) and performance information processes; Monitor the implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans; Respond promptly to complaints, enquiries, or concerns raised regarding NPOs or programme activities; Ensure NPOs comply with registration requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks; Monitor and review services delivered by NPOs to ensure alignment with Provincial and National legislative and policy frameworks; Administer Non-Financial Data (NFD) and performance information processes; Monitor the implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans; Respond promptly to complaints, enquiries, or concerns raised regarding NPOs or programme activities.

Knowledge of the following: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behavior and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well-being; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Relevant legislations, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; It will be advantageous to have a valid Code B (or higher) driving licence; Regulatory and Policy Knowledge:Understanding of NPO registration requirements and regulatory frameworks; Provincial and National legislative and policy frameworks related to social services; Regulatory and Policy Knowledge.

Skills in the following: Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self-management; Motivation; Good planning and organizing; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Ability to mentor and coach Social Workers Grade 1; Monitoring and Evaluation Skills: Ability to track and assess NPO performance against targets and service standards; Competence in analysing Non-Financial Data (NFD) and performance information; Ability to monitor implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans; Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:Capacity to identify service gaps or non-compliance and propose corrective actions; Ability to respond rapidly and appropriately to complaints or concerns; Communication and Interpersonal Skills:Effective written and verbal communication for reporting, advising, and liaising with NPOs; Ability to build constructive relationships with NPO staff, communities, and colleagues; Ethics and Professionalism: Uphold integrity, accountability, and ethical standards in all interactions; Maintain confidentiality and transparency in reporting and decision-making; Organisational and Administrative Skills: Efficient management of data, reports, and documentation; Ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate monitoring visits or follow-up activities; Monitoring and Evaluation Skills; Problem-Solving and Decision-Making; Interpersonal Skills; Ethics and Professionalism; Organisational and Administrative.

Grade 1: R – R per annum, Grade 2: R – R per annum, Grade 3: R – R per annum, Grade 4: R – R per annum (OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessement and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for suitably qualified and competent Social Auxiliary Workers to provide assistance and support to Social Workers with the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being under the guidance and supervision of the Social Worker.

Grade 1: Grade 10 plus completion of the learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the SACSSP as Social Auxiliary Worker; A valid code B driving licence.

None.

Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant departmental programmes; Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Continuous professional development; Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job.

Knowledge and basic understanding of the following: Human behaviour, relationship system and social issues; South African Social Welfare context the policy and practice of developmental social welfare services; South African judicial system and the legislation governing and impacting of social auxiliary work; Basic knowledge of financial matters related to social auxiliary work; Good communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Information and Knowledge Management (Keep precise records and compile accurate reports); Organising and planning skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Report writing skills; Problem solving and analytical skills; Client orientation and customer focus skills.

Grade 1: R Grade 3: R per annum (as prescribed by OSD).

Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to You may contact the helpline at Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to develop, implement and maintain community development policies.

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); Grade 1: A minimum of 8 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 2: A minimum of 18 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 3: A minimum of 28 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.

None.

Develop, implement and maintain community development policies: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures to determine whether the legislation, policies and procedures are still relevant and comply with current requirements; Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant acts, policies and procedures and develop new policies/procedures where required. This includes costing the policies; Develop, implement and monitor youth development programmes; Manage social relief projects. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study relevant journals and publications to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments; Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously; Liase/attend meetings with other departments, non-government institutions and relevant stakeholders to take cognisance of the latest developments in the relevant fields; Engage in continuous development activities; Research and development related to social relief programmes; Perform the administrative functions required in the unit; Stakeholder engagements; The facilitation and developing of provincial NPO Capacity Building focussing on Registration and Compliance, Good Governance, Fundraising and Policies; Identify capacity building needs and facilitate capacity building training for government officials.

Knowledge and understanding of the following: Policy formulation and implementation; Public Service Management Framework Theories and Systems; Skills, attitudes and values in community development; Extensive knowledge of the NPO Act, General Laws Amendment Act, the NPO Capacity Building Framework; NPO Fundraising, policy development and sustainability models; Familiar with the Independent Code, Tax Exemption/18a and legal structures for NPO's; Technical knowledge of NPO Registration and Compliance; Skills in the following: Problem Solving; Facilitation Skills and development of Power Point Presentations; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Communication (Written and Verbal); Management of Databases; Ability to undertake complex research; Manage community development structures and projects; Influence individuals and groups to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence will have advantageous.

Grade 1: R – ; Grade 2: R – ; Grade 3: R – OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service(MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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Job Summary
Optimise the profit and economic value of portfolios of Growth Business key account clients requiring medium to high complexity commercial banking requirements by focusing:

• origination efforts to quire new clients;
• cross-sell to existing client base;
• coverage efforts to service clients in accordance to the segment CVP

Job Description
Drive Financial Targets:
Maintain primary ownership of a portfolio of Growth Account clients, differentiated by the level of complexity of the client base

Relationship and Service Management:
Actively develop strong client relationships. Conduct regular client visits in accordance with the Commercial Growth Account Value Proposition and initiate changes to ABB Product by providing input into product development to better service our clients

Manage Risk Assessment:
Adhere to the bank's policies and procedures and ensure compliance. Take ultimate ownership of the portfolio's risk management by ensuring a good understanding of both the Bank's and the clients regulatory and compliance environments.

Collaboration:
Constantly seek to improve ways of working by challenging the status quo and supporting an empowering climate within the team, sharing knowledge, experience, best practice and providing constructive feedback as required.

Education
Bachelors Degree and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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