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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER GRADE 1

Salary band

R 289 296

Closing date

17 August 2026

Reference

SD/1/29/26/E

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About this role

Department

Directorate

Districts and Service Points

Location

Kagisano Molopo (DR RSM) (X2 Posts) Mamusa (Dr RSM) (X1 Post) Kgetleng (Bojanala) (X1 Post) Madibeng (Bojanala) (X1 Post) Moretele (Bojanala) (X1 Post) Tswaing Service Point (NMM) (X2 Posts) Ratlou Service Point (NMM) (X1 Post)

Salary

R289 296 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)

Requirements

Grade 12. A 3-year relevant qualification in Community Development / Development Studies or Social Science. Computer literacy. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Knowledge of human behaviour and social systems. Understanding community dynamics. Networking and establishing partnerships. Understanding community development programmes. Community Development research. Understanding community development legislation. Planning and organising; Networking skills; Communication (written and verbal); Project Management; Team leadership. People management. Conflict management. Project management. Financial Management. Keeping abreast with new developments in the community development fields to enhance service delivery. Knowledge of policies and legislative mandates related to Community Development.

Duties

Implementation of legislation and policies to assist with interventions in wards where people interact with environments to promote self-empowerment. Liaise and interact with various community development structures to facilitate collaboration and to establish partnership to ensure sustainability of development actions within the community. Keep up to date with new developments in the Community Development field to enhance service delivery.

Enquiries

Dr M Motshedi at 060 954 9878

Closing Date

2026-08-17T23:59:00+02:00

About IT and technology roles in South Africa

Information technology skills are among the most in-demand in the South African job market. Cape Town has established itself as a significant technology hub, while Johannesburg and Pretoria host the majority of corporate IT teams. The public sector is also a major employer of IT professionals, with posts in systems administration, network management, and software development regularly advertised through DPSA and government departments. Remote work is more common in technology than in any other South African sector.

·List all relevant certifications on your CV including Microsoft, AWS, Cisco, and CompTIA credentials with their expiry dates.

·Government IT roles at senior level often require SITA (State Information Technology Agency) familiarity and knowledge of the Government IT Infrastructure Framework.

·Technology recruiters in South Africa frequently screen via GitHub profiles and portfolios. Include links to your work.

·Remote technology roles advertised through South African platforms often pay in rands but compete with international salary benchmarks for scarce skills.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within P. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·A 3-year relevant qualification in Community Development / Development Studies or Social Science
·Computer literacy
·A valid driver’s license
·Competencies: Knowledge of human behaviour and social systems
·Understanding community dynamics
·Networking and establishing partnerships
·Understanding community development programmes
·Community Development research
·Understanding community development legislation
·Planning and organising

Key Duties

·Implementation of legislation and policies to assist with interventions in wards where people interact with environments to promote self-empowerment
·Liaise and interact with various community development structures to facilitate collaboration and to establish partnership to ensure sustainability of development actions within the community
·Keep up to date with new developments in the Community Development field to enhance service delivery

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sdrecruitmentboj@nwpg.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER GRADE 1 position at P?+

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What is the salary for the COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER GRADE 1 position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 289 296. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER GRADE 1 application close?+

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