Community Development Worker: Region B (Zwelethemba, Worcester), Ref No. LG 41/2026 at Western Cape Local Government

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent (NQF level 4); Proof of voluntary community work. 

Recommendation

• None. 

Key Performance Areas

• 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.  

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.