12 Community Development jobs in South Africa

Coordinator, Student Community Development

Date Posted: 09/26/2025
Req ID: 45318
Faculty/Division: University College
Department: Dean of Students
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number:

Description:

About us:
The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

University College is the founding college of the University of Toronto. Our welcoming community is built on traditions of openness, inclusivity and diversity. Our student programs address issues of social justice from a variety of perspectives and help students develop the skills to apply what they learn in the classroom to the world around them. We are also home to professors committed to undergraduate education from a range of disciplines, who are leading researchers in their fields. Students, faculty, staff and alumni at University College work together to ensure that all thrive in our vibrant community.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

Your opportunity:
Under the general direction of the Assistant to the Dean of Students, Senior Administration Coordinator and reporting to the Dean of Students, the Coordinator, Student Community Development (CSCD) is responsible for the planning and implementation of community building and programming initiatives for University College students – with a primary focus on off-campus students. The CSCD works collaboratively with professional staff, student staff, student groups and student organizations as well faculty members across the College to coordinate UC's Commuter Student Centre and support student activities and student services available in the UC Union.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with internal and external contacts to coordinate execution of seminars and workshops
• Fostering and maintaining networks to build capacity and collaboration
• Promoting events and programs to students
• Advising student groups on the development of clubs and societies
• Advising student groups on the application of relevant policies and procedures
• Providing advice and support to students and mentors on program delivery matters
• Screening and making referrals to appropriate resources and services
• Directing the activities of casual staff

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum two (2) years in student life programming, preferably in a college or university setting.
• Experience working with student government.
• Experience in developing and delivering workshops aimed at student development and wellbeing.
• Experience with executing events and handling of event expenses.
• Experience in directing casual staff members.
• Experience using web based programs to promote events.
• Experience in building networks and communities both in person and online.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills in: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), E-mail (Outlook), electronic calendar organizer (Outlook), social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.), Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Drupal/WordPress or similar content management systems.
• Demonstrated strong student service orientation and experience fostering equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time-management skills.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Diplomatic
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Proactive
• Team player

Note:

This is a term position ending in September 2027.

This role is not currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 10/06/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type : Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 09 -- $67,916. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $86,855. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Student Services

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

Overview

Remuneration: Based on the SCHADS Level 4

As a First Nations organisation, Community First Development aims to be an employer of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse genders, cultures, and backgrounds to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Community First Development is a First Nations led community development and research organisation that creates positive change in and with First Nations communities. We undertake social and economic development, and research projects in partnership with First Nations communities, businesses and people. Communities have control; they name the priorities and choose the design, assets, capabilities and approach to achieve their vision. We provide tailored support through community partners, skilled staff, trained volunteers, supporters and service providers.

• Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Senior Community Development Officer (SCDO) engages with First Nations’ communities, organisations, and businesses in their region to design and support projects aligned to the community’s long-term goals. The SCDO plays a key role in fostering strong relationships and delivering projects that respond to community priorities.
• Engage with First Nations communities, organisations, and volunteers to identify, design, implement, and manage community development projects.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with community groups, organisations, and volunteers.
• Ensure project activities align with the values and objectives of Community First Development.
• Undertake detailed monitoring, recording, and evaluation of all projects in collaboration with communities and volunteers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in the organisation’s community development practices.
• Support the recruitment, induction, and screening of volunteers for projects.
• Assist with the broader organisational needs including communications, research, and supporter engagement.

• Ability to work respectfully, effectively and collaboratively with First Nations peoples and non-Indigenous people, understanding cultural protocols and expectations.
• Strong project management, organisational and time management skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, prepare clear and persuasive reports, and effectively facilitate meetings and presentations.
• Emotional intelligence demonstrated through strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills and a capacity to forge and maintain productive relations with a diverse range of people.
• Building strong collaborative relationships with volunteers and stakeholder groups to deliver project objectives.
• Experience and skill in monitoring and evaluation, the ability to reflect and learn from work and apply those learnings.
• Demonstrated information technology and database management skills.
• Ability to travel in regional and remote Australia.
• Current Australian Driver's license
• Applicants must be vaccinated for COVID-19.

• Working with a First Nations’ led organisation
• Access to Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) Salary Packaging options, to reduce your taxable salary
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Free Parking
• Paid Christmas shutdown period
• Opportunities for cross-team collaboration and travel
• Flexible working arrangements
• Cultural leave entitlements

The successful candidate must hold Australian Working Rights and will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including a national police check, hold or obtain a working with vulnerable people card (or similar for your jurisdiction) and be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

A cover letter addressing the selection criteria (No more than 2 pages).

Please note screening and interviewing for this role will commence immediately. The position may be filled before the end date so if you are intending to apply, please do so asap.

The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.

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.

ECHO Foundation was founded in 1991. It is a registered Section 21 Company, established as a non-profit company. The Foundation houses over 1,500 residents within its villages and frail care facilities.

ECHO Foundation is looking for a Social Work Assistant to join our team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparing contracts for new residents, schedule appointments for signing, ensure accuracy, obtain signatures and file all documentation on Papercloud.
• Provide support during the signing of contracts.
• Manage Life Right contracts by updating Adplex and filing records on Papercloud.
• Handle new and existing cessions by liaising with residents, financial institutions and the Finance Department. Prepare, sign and lodge new cessions with the relevant financial institution. Ensure all records are filed on Papercloud.
• Administer frail care admissions by updating Adplex, issuing admission letters to families and communicating with all relevant stakeholders. Ensure records are filed on Papercloud. Maintain sufficient stock of frail care application forms.
• Assist with organizing new and old residents teas, including preparing invitations, printing labels, distributing to villages and completing related administration.
• Provide administrative support for meetings (e.g., Entertainment, Hello Echo), including sending reminders and preparing materials.
• Communicate updates and changes relating to Adplex, residents and frail care as required.
• Update, add or remove resident details on Adplex and Papercloud.
• Prepare and distribute monthly birthday cards for residents by compiling lists from Adplex, liaising with printers, preparing envelopes and sending it out to Supervisors.
• Send updated resident lists to Atlas and Wright Security monthly.
• Respond to resident enquiries via phone, email and in person. Assist with waiting list and new applicant queries.
• Manage walk-in enquiries from prospective residents and individuals on the waiting list.
• Prepare residential confirmation letters for residents.
• Process updates received from Adplex/Relay, including recording resident movements and filing on Papercloud.
• Provide reception relief when required.
• Update Adplex with details of new members at Walmer Service Centre and Caritas.
• Distribute monthly newsletter received from Entertainment Committees by compiling and forwarding them to committee members and management.
• Maintain updated lists of carers for the villages.
• Provide assistance and communication support to Supervisors as needed.

Qualifications required:

• Grade 12.
• Certificate in Office Administration or a related field would be beneficial.

Skills required:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle various administrative functions efficiently.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Work Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in an administrative role.
• Experience in the field of older persons would be advantageous.

Commencement date: 1 October 2025

Location: Port Elizabeth

Remuneration package and benefits will be discussed with all applicants invited to attend an interview.

Should you not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

• High School (matric) (Required)

Experience:

• administration: 2 years (Required)

Location:

• Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/08/29

Expected Start Date: 2025/10/01

Duties/Pligte

• Undergraduate teaching in the theoretical programme.
• Undergraduate teaching and coordinating a year group in the practice education programme.
• Postgraduate supervision.
• Research and publication.
• Participating in own and departmental social impact activities.

• Performing administrative tasks associated with the mentioned duties.

• Voorgraadse onderrig in die teoretiese program.

• Voorgraadse onderrig en koördinering van `n jaargroep in die praktykonderrigprogram.
• Nagraadse supervisie.
• Navorsing en publikasies.
• Deelname aan eie en departementele sosiale impak aktwiteite.
• Uitvoering van administratiewe take verbandhoudend met die genoemde pligte.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• PhD in Social Work, preferably in the field of child protection.
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
• Evidence of the ability to publish and present at conferences.
• Professionally proficient in English, and willingness to function in a multilingual environment.

• Relevant practice experience.

• PhD in Maatskaplike Werk, verkieslik op die vakgebied van kinderbeskermingsdienste.

• Registrasie by die Suid-Afrikaanse Raad vir Maatskaplike Diensberoepe.
• Bewese vemoë om te publiseer en om voordragte by konferensies te lewer.
• Professionele vaardigheid in Engels en bereidwilligheid om te funksioneer in ¿n meertalige omgewing.
• Toepaslike praktykervaring.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Knowledge of the BSW Standards of the Social Work Curriculum in South Africa as stipulated by the CHE.
• Experience with supervising undergraduate students in a Social Work practice education programme.
• Knowledge and experience of online teaching and learning platforms.
• Experience with independent research.
• Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Kennis van die MSW Standaarde van die Maatskaplike Werk Kurrikulum in Suid-Afrika soos gestipuleer deur die RHO.

• Ervaring van supervisie aan voorgraadse studente in 'n Maatskaplike Werk praktykonderrigprogram.
• Kennis en ervaring van aanlyn onderrig- en leerplatforms.
• Ervaring van onafhanklike navorsing.
• Sterk leierskap- en spanwerkvaardighede.
• Uitstekende kommunikasievaardighede.

Applications must include the following:

• A complete academic curriculum vitae.
• A list of at least three contactable referees.
• A one to two page cover letter where the candidate discuss their experience, research and teaching plans, and potential contribution to the Department of Social Work at Stellenbosch University.
• A teaching portfolio (optional).

Aansoeke moet die volgende insluit:

• 'n Volledige akademiese curriculum vitae.
• 'n Lys van minstens drie verwysingspersone wat gekontak kan word.
• 'n Een- tot twee-bladsy dekbrief waarin die kandidaat hul ervaring, navorsings- en onderrigplanne, asook moontlike bydrae tot die Departement Maatskaplike Werk aan die Universiteit

Stellenbosch uiteensit.

• 'n Onderrigportefeulje (opsioneel).

Loeriehof Family Care Services in Knysna, a
program of Badisa
, has one vacancy for a registered Social Worker to provide Child Protection Services.

Minimum Requirements Include

• A degree or diploma in social work
• Registration with the Council on Social Service Professions
• A valid driver's license
• Fluent in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans, English & isiXhosa)
• Experience in child protection will be an advantage
• The ability to work within a team context
• Knowledge and skill in all 3 methods of Social Work
• Computer literate

Compensation:
The remuneration package is within Badisa scales.

Acceptance of duty:
1 October 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Closing date for applications:
1 September 2025

Send a complete CV and proof of SACSSP registration and driver's license to
Alma Botha

Email address:

Inquiries:

If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Overview

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) – FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Position number: P | Vacancy: Lecturer: Social Work Forensic Practice (nGAP) | Peromnes grade: A8 | Employment type: Permanent appointment

• Teaching and learning including higher degree supervision: Engaged teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; develop study material; facilitate contact sessions; internal and external moderation and assessment.
• Research and innovation: Supervision of postgraduate students; internal and external examination of postgraduate dissertations and theses; participation in the applicable research entity; publication of articles; conduct independent research and share expertise with diverse communities of practice and enquiry.
• Social responsiveness and industry involvement: Maintain involvement in community service as scholarly activity to keep discipline-based skills and knowledge relevant to the community.
• Academic leadership, management and administration: Participate in faculty and school committees.

• Master of Social Work in Forensic Practice (NQF level 9) with an average of 70% or above. Please attach proof of results in your application.
• Registered as Social Worker with the SACSSP.
• Minimum of one (1) year research and innovation experience as an emerging researcher with interest in Forensic Practice.
• Minimum of one (1) year generic Social Work practice experience – direct practice and/or Social Work supervisory/managerial.
• South African citizenship and age 40 years or younger.

Should you not have a Master of Social Work in Forensic Practice, please submit your PoE. Your PoE must include:

• Training or workshops in Forensic Social Work attended and facilitated.
• Roles in Forensic Social Work in Parental Responsibility and Rights or sexual abuse.
• Interventions and research conducted in Forensic Social Work.
• Advanced knowledge, applied skills and competence in Forensic Social Work.
• Understanding of legislation and policies applicable to Forensic Social Work.
• Report writing and expert testimony in South African courts within Forensic Social Work.
• Competency in identification and critical analysis in Forensic Social Work issues.
• Intervention processes in Forensic Social Work.

• Minimum of one (1) year teaching and learning experience in blended contact sessions with university students.

• Evidence-based approach in Social Work; excellent communication skills (verbal and written); proficiency in multiple languages as applicable to NWU.
• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office, email, PowerPoint, and data analysis software.

• Ability to use e-media for teaching, studying and communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; good time management; ability to work under pressure.

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with NWU policy guidelines.

Job content: Prof. Karel Botha

Recruitment process: Ms. Janine Da Gama

3 October 2025

As soon as possible

Note: Applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in accordance with the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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