Job Description

The Department of Social Development is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for Community Development Practitioner: OSD Grade 1 (X8 Posts).

This opportunity is ideal for graduates who are passionate about community upliftment, social development, empowerment programmes and public service delivery.

Job Details

Position: Community Development Practitioner: OSD Grade 1

Number of Posts: X8 Posts

Salary: R289 296 per annum plus service benefits

Available Posts

Nkangala District

• Dr JS Moroka (Marapyane) – Ref No: DSD/JUNE/NKA/MAR/26/32
• Emakhazeni – Ref No: DSD/JUNE/NKA/BET/26/33

Ehlanzeni District

• Umjindi Sub-District – Ref No: DSD/JUNE/EHL/UMJ/26/34 (X2 Posts)

Gert Sibande District

• Msukaligwa (Sheepmore) – Ref No: DSD/JUNE/GER/SHEE/26/35
• Dipaleseng (Grootvlei) – Ref No: DSD/JUNE/GER/DIP/26/36
• Pixley Ka Seme (Daggakraal) – Ref No: DSD/JUNE/GER/DAGG/26/37
• Mkhondo Sub-District Office – Ref No: DSD/JUNE/GER/MKH/26/38

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4)
• Appropriate three-year tertiary qualification
• Knowledge of human behaviour and social systems
• Understanding of community development principles
• Communication and facilitation skills
• Research and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and social development interventions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide basic counselling and support services
• Empower communities through development initiatives
• Facilitate integrated community development programmes
• Build partnerships with communities and stakeholders
• Support community-based projects and interventions
• Promote sustainable community development
• Perform administrative support functions
• Monitor and evaluate community development activities
• Keep up to date with developments in the social development sector

Why Apply?

• Government employment opportunity
• Competitive salary package with benefits
• Community development and social services experience
• Opportunity to make a positive impact in communities
• Career growth within the public sector

Enquiries

Ms Pretty Sibinde
Tel: (013) 766 3320

Ms Thembi Manana
Tel: (013) 766 3232

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What qualification is required?

Applicants must have Grade 12 and an appropriate three-year tertiary qualification.

How many posts are available?

There are eight (8) Community Development Practitioner posts available.

What is the salary?

The salary is R289 296 per annum plus service benefits.

What does a Community Development Practitioner do?

The role focuses on community empowerment, development interventions, counselling support and stakeholder engagement.

Is this a government job?

Yes. These positions are within the Department of Social Development.

Which districts have vacancies?

The vacancies are located in Nkangala, Ehlanzeni and Gert Sibande districts.

Title

Community Development Practitioner OSD Grade 1 (X8 Posts) – Department of Social Development Vacancies 2026

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Apply for Community Development Practitioner OSD Grade 1 (X8 Posts) in the Department of Social Development. Salary R289 296 plus benefits. Community development and social services careers.