43 Community Health Workers jobs in South Africa

Social Auxiliary Worker / Community Services Administrator

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My client, a well-established NPO based in Somerset West is seeking to employ a Social Auxiliary Worker / Community Services Administrator to join their team. If you have a passion for helping others and excellent administrative skills, we want to hear from you!

Purpose and Responsibilities:
To provide and promote a successful community outreach programme and to assist the Social Worker with social work related tasks. Key Result Areas:

• Ongoing effective planning and implementation of programme activities.
• Well maintained and up to date record keeping system and administration relevant to the department.
• Ongoing effective planning and presentation of training sessions as determined by Community Development Officer / Social Worker
• Drive high attendance at service centres
• Build relationships with stakeholders in the Community and District
• Assist the volunteer co-ordinator with active and co-ordinated volunteer base and programme
• Assist with social work related tasks and activities
• Resource management
• Reporting and admin tasks to be completed timeously

• Experience working with the elderly
• 2 - 5 Years’ experience in social fieldwork
• Fully bilingual in English/Afrikaans – public speaking ability
• Project management skills
• Administrative experience
• Knowledge of developmental task of older persons
• Professional groomed
• Creative ability and able to co-ordinate activities
• Empathy and organization skills
• Good communication skills at all levels
• Team player, brand ambassador and time management
• Confident, self-assured and team-leadership qualities

• Certificate in Auxiliary Social Work / Community Development
• Code 8 Driver’s License
• Registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions
• 2 years practical experience working with older persons
• Community Development or similar experience and social auxiliary work

Reference No.: DSD 57/2025

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities 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.

• Provide social work services within the Service Delivery Areas.
• Promote social change and problem solving in human relationships.
• Empower and liberate people to enhance social well-being.

• A suitably qualified and competent Social Worker.

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Government Administration
• Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Our International client within the Public Health space is seeking a Director to join their SA team. This individual will need to have had experience at this level or have been in a role such as Senior Manager.

Our client's focus is communication, advocacy, research, and strategy. The areas of partnerships would be NGOs, Governments, Foundations, Academic Institutions including product development partnerships focusing within Public Health, Climate change as well as the Developmental space.

Areas of focus

1. Communication : Strong writing skills essential, including writing for projects and programs, as well as preparing press/media releases.
2. Project Management : Developing and executing communications and advocacy strategies for clients and partners, focused on major regional health and development challenges. Overseeing project finances and developing budgets.
3. Client Management : Being the main contact person for various clients on assigned projects, working with donors and funders.

As a Director within our client's organization, you will be involved in various areas, from forming strategies for clients to communication, seeing each project through, as well as managing several projects and people simultaneously.

Required

No less than 8 years of experience required within the Public Health advocacy space.

Qualification

Degree in Communication, Journalism, Economics, or Public Health.

To be discussed, R900 ctc upwards.

The Chevrah Kadisha is embarking on a meaningful community health project. Rooted in the values of dignity, compassion, and inclusion, this initiative seeks to deliver impactful, coordinated care through a community-based approach.We are looking for a motivated and capable Project Manager, with excellent communication skills, to oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of this important initiative. This role requires someone who is highly organised, operationally minded, and passionate about creating meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate the strategic objectives of the health project into a phased implementation plan.
• Coordinate timelines, priorities, and milestones for effective delivery.
• Establish processes for oversight, risk management, and internal reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work closely with partner organisations, service providers, and relevant forums to strengthen collaboration and awareness.

Operational Coordination

• Align project activities with existing care structures.
• Support the integration of tools and systems that enhance access and service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with basic governance and ethical standards.

Resource Management

• Work within available resources to ensure cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
• Contribute to reporting and evaluation efforts for internal learning and accountability.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Track project progress against key objectives.
• Gather feedback to inform ongoing improvement.
• Assist in the development of future service enhancements

• Project Management Certification highly advantageous
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in a healthcare, NGO, or community development setting.

• Strong coordination and organisational abilities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Knowledge of basic operational or administrative systems in health or social care contexts is an advantage.
• Committed to improving the well-being of underserved communities.
• Collaborative and adaptable in dynamic environments.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented.
• Comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds and sectors.

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The Chevrah Kadisha is embarking on a meaningful community health project. Rooted in the values of dignity, compassion, and inclusion, this initiative seeks to deliver impactful, coordinated care through a community-based approach.We are looking for a motivated and capable Project Manager, with excellent communication skills, to oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of this important initiative. This role requires someone who is highly organised, operationally minded, and passionate about creating meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate the strategic objectives of the health project into a phased implementation plan.
• Coordinate timelines, priorities, and milestones for effective delivery.
• Establish processes for oversight, risk management, and internal reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work closely with partner organisations, service providers, and relevant forums to strengthen collaboration and awareness.

Operational Coordination

• Align project activities with existing care structures.
• Support the integration of tools and systems that enhance access and service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with basic governance and ethical standards.

Resource Management

• Work within available resources to ensure cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
• Contribute to reporting and evaluation efforts for internal learning and accountability.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Track project progress against key objectives.
• Gather feedback to inform ongoing improvement.
• Assist in the development of future service enhancements

• Project Management Certification highly advantageous
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in a healthcare, NGO, or community development setting.

• Strong coordination and organisational abilities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Knowledge of basic operational or administrative systems in health or social care contexts is an advantage.
• Committed to improving the well-being of underserved communities.
• Collaborative and adaptable in dynamic environments.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented.
• Comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds and sectors.

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