Deputy Director-General: Community Development at Department of Social Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Developmental Studies or Social Sciences or Economic Development or Community Development as recognized by SAQA PLUS a minimum of 8 years’ experience at senior management level.
• Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa.
• Knowledge of  Reconstruction and Development Programme, the Growth Path, Municipal System Act, Rural Development Act, Population and Development Policy, the relevant Public Service Legislative frameworks, PFMA and Treasury Regulations, public management and administration principles.
• Knowledge and understanding of policy development. Knowledge and understanding of the NPO framework, and other NPO related Bills and Policies. White Paper on Transformation of Public Service.
• Knowledge of Social Service Professions Act, 110 of 1978, as amended. Understanding of the management of strategic plans, business plans and budgeting. Knowledge of the Acts that governing the implementation of social development services and programmes. Understanding and knowledge of community development related Legislations, Policies, Frameworks and norms and standards.

DUTIES :

• Oversee, manage and report on the development of sustainable community development legislative frameworks, policies, strategies, operational frameworks, guidelines and effective programmes.
• Oversee, manage and report on the implementation of sustainable community programmes aimed at community mobilization, sustainable livelihood, poverty alleviation and reduction programmes to empower poor communities, families and individuals.
• Oversee, manage and report on coordination, effective and efficient non-profit organization (NPOs) registration, compliance, operations, coordination and monitoring systems, processes and application.
• Oversee, manage and report on the budget, human resources and performance of the branch in line with the set regulations and prescripts.