COMMUNITY MOBILISERS
| Closing Date | 2023/11/03 |
| Reference Number | ETH231016-1 |
| Job Number | 54000260 |
| Job Title | Community Mobilisers |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Job Grade | T07 |
| Division | Regional |
| Department | Programmes And Projects |
| Branch | Regional Services |
| Vacancy Group | Community Participation |
| Reporting To | Regional Services Co-Ordinator |
| Location – Town / City | Durban |
| Location – Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Location – Country | South Africa |
| Job Purpose | Responsible for the overall implementation of Community Development programmes/projects. |
| Key Responsibility Areas | COMMUNITY MOBILISER Implements Community Development Programmes. Implements activities of the different Forums related to Community Development Programmes or Projects within the eThekwini Municipal area. Provides input into the development of Community Development Policy for the Municipality. Provides input during the establishment of Community Development Programmes or Projects at local level by facilitating the establishment process of the development programmes or projects. Implements identified projects from business plan. Provides reports on the performance of programmes or projects in order for the Regional Coordinator to monitor progress. Updating the Regional Co-ordinator in terms of agreed plans. Willingness to work after hours and over the weekend. SENIOR COMMUNITY MOBILISER Determining the needs of communities and communicate these needs to the relevant government structures. Initiating and facilitating systems of information dissemination between communities, civil society structures and government. Participate and facilitating the implementation and monitoring of grants in Aid, community Gardens, Soup kitchen, Youth and Gender, Community Based Planning, Community Based Structures, Vulnerable Groups, Masakhane and Traditional Leadership. Compiling reports and documents pertaining to action taken and outcomes. Collaborating with government departments and municipal units who are responsible for the implementation of projects and programmes at local sphere of government. Providing capacity building and support to communities and their development structures. Flexibility to work after hours and weekends. |
| Competencies | COMMUNITY MOBILISER Written Communication- Communication The ability to communicate in writing as appropriate to specific audiences. Oral Communication- The ability to articulate a message in an understandable and convincing manner. Organisational Awareness- The ability to understand the Municipality’s objectives, and the impact of decisions on the community and the functioning of the department. Planning and Organising- The ability to plan activities within specific time frames and then to execute these activities according to plan. Attention to Detail- Ability to scrutinize own work and that of others to ensure accuracy and compliance with the relevant municipal standards. Data Processing & Analysis- Ability to process data and bring out about improvements in the way in which it is processed. Interpersonal- Relationships The ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with people within and outside of the Municipality. Communication- The capacity to listen attentively, grasp issues, present information in a clear manner and respond appropriately to verbal and written communication of others. Service Delivery- Orientation The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve municipal goals. Client Orientation and Customer Focus- Understands the service needs of a client / customer (internal or external) and actively focuses on anticipating, meeting and exceeding the needs in a timely and appropriate manner. Action Orientation- The display of high work ethic in setting and achieving challenging goals, meeting deadlines and keeping promises. It manifests itself in one’s ability to stay focused on task, to be energetic, persistent and reliable. Resilience- The ability to respond constructively to pressure / stress situations and the ability to persist with goals despite obstacles and setbacks. SENIOR COMMUNITY MOBILISER Written Communication – The ability to communicate in writing as appropriate to specific audiences. Influencing – The ability to interact with others and influence them to adopt the best alternative from a range of options. Organisational Awareness – The ability to understand the Municipality’s objectives, and the impact of decisions on the community and the functioning of the department. Planning and Organising – The ability to plan activities within specific timeframes and then to execute these activities according to plan. Attention to detail – Ability to scrutinise own work and that of others to ensure accuracy and compliance with the relevant municipal standards. Project Management – Ability to ability to harness the skills and expertise within a team to achieve the project goals in the most efficient and effective manner. Interpersonal Relationships – The ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with people within and outside of the Municipality. Communication – The capacity to listen attentively, grasp issues, present information in a clear manner and respond appropriately to verbal and written communication of others. Service Delivery Orientation – The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve municipal goals. Client Orientation and Customer Focus – Understands the service needs of a client /customer (internal or external and actively focuses on anticipating, meeting and exceeding the needs in a timely and appropriate manner. Action Orientation – The display of high work ethic in setting and achieving challenging goals, meeting deadlines, and keeping promises. It manifests itself in one’s ability to stay focused on task, to be energetic, persistent, and reliable. Direction Setting – The ability to create a clear sense of common purpose and vision for others with a view to obtaining buy-in and commitment to the goals. |
| Essential Requirements | COMMUNITY MOBILISER Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. Valid motor vehicle driving license. 1 Year relevant experience. SENIOR COMMUNITY MOBILISER Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Community Development Studies or Public Administration or Social Development. Valid motor vehicle driving license. 5 Years relevant experience. Computer Literacy. |
| Preferred Requirements | COMMUNITY MOBILISER Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and a Higher Certificate in Public Management or Public Participation. 2 Years experience working with diverse groups and active involvement in community initiatives. SENIOR COMMUNITY MOBILISER Postgraduate Diploma (NQF 8) in Community Development Studies or Public Administration or Social Development 6 Years relevant experience. |
| Housing Subsidy | Yes |
| Leave | Yes |
| Medical Aid | Yes |
| Pension Fund | Yes |
| Remuneration | R208 686.56 – R386 635.32 per annum |
| 13th Cheque | Yes |
| Contact Name | Lilly Tandabantu |
| Contact Telephone | 031 322 7701 |
Policy:
- Priority will be given to applicants who are underrepresented in terms of race, gender and disability within the occupational level of the respective advertised posts.
- Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- An employee may be deployed to any of the offices, depots or workplaces of the municipality within its area of jurisdiction.
- Canvassing by councilors or officials in respect of these positions will lead to disqualification of the applicants.
- Occupational assessments may be undertaken as part of the selection process.
- You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination.
- Applicants who have not been contacted within three months from the closing date should consider themselves unsuccessful.
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