Thusong MPC Co-ordinator at Breede Valley Municipality

Duties: 

• Identifying the key deliverables and immediate goals for the Thusong Centre detailed in the Council’s Integrated Development Plan, National and Provincial priorities. Liaise with internal legal department on lease agreements with service providers and Government institutions.
• Ensure that the Thusong Centre is functional and is capable of supporting National and Provincial priorities in delivery services to communities. Monitoring expenditure of all relevant budget line items and act proactive in this regard to prevent over expenditure on the approved budget. Implementing plans detailing interventions, actions and timelines guiding the delivery and/or execution of activities. Identify and establish key partnerships and good working relationships with all spheres of government as well as the service providers at the Thusong Service Centre. Supervise the activities of subordinates.
• Providing advice, guidance and direction to all subordinates in the Thusong Service Centre. Ensure proper maintenance and tracking of office equipment and furniture in order to promote an effective working environment. Managing the MPC gymnasium. Adhering to Health and Safety regulations as set out in the related Council’s Policy, in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Assist with the effective establishment and functioning of ward committees.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Development Studies (NQF Level 6)
• 2 years relevant experience in a community development role
• Valid Code B Drivers licence
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Be able to work independently
• Good project management skills
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• Good people and reporting skills
• Proficient in at least Two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape