Assistant Director - Geyodi Outreach Programmes at Gauteng Department of Human Settlements

Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Humanities, Social Sciences, Social Work, Public Management or a related filed.
• A minimum of 3-5 years Admin Officer level experience in Youth, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Development and mainstreaming programmes. Strong project management, stakeholder liaison, and community development experience.
• Sound knowledge of national policies and legislation on gender, youth, and disability. A valid driver’s licence and willingness to work extended hours are essential. 

Duties :

• The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and enhancing the execution of commemorative events and outreach programmes, including Youth Month, Women’s Month, Elderly Month, Persons with Disabilities Month, and the 16 Days of Activism, in alignment with the GEYODI calendar.
• This includes facilitating the development and consolidation of a departmental commemorative calendar across business units, ensuring events are impactful, inclusive, and well-coordinated. Build and sustain strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, secure departmental visibility at expos and plenary sessions, and ensure exhibitions are professionally delivered during commemorative months.
• The incumbent will also be responsible for preparing minutes, action plans, and reports from engagements, responding to stakeholder inquiries, and compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on commemorative activities. Additionally, the role entails supervising the subunit to ensure effective delivery of all commemorations and related programmes.