Community Development Worker: Region B (Paarl East, Drakenstein Municipality)

About the role

The Department of Local Government (Western Cape) is hiring a Community Development Worker: Region B (Paarl East, Drakenstein Municipality), based in Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R280,278 – R330,162 a year. How to apply: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co Reference number to quote: LG 37/2026 Closing date: 19 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Inform and assist communities in the Western Cape with access to services provided by government structures, Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures, Promote networks and enhance the activities or existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery, Compile report and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required, Keep up to date regarding all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services.

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent (NQF level 4).
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies
• Legislation
• Guidelines
• Standards
• Procedures and best practices in the public services
• Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning
• Facilitating skills to public participation in policy making and service delivery
• Skills in the following: Project organisation, interpersonal, report writing and reporting, Proven computer literacy (MS Office), Self-management and adherence to timelines, Written and verbal communication skills.