Community development worker post in Ophongolo with the KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs. R280 278. Closes 16 Oct 2026.
| Job Title | Community Development Worker |
| Employer | KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs |
| Reference Number | 22/1/3/6/3/53/2026 |
| Category | Community development |
| Location | Ophongolo, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full time |
| Date Posted | 2 October 2026 |
| Closing Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R280 278 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Grade 12 / Matric |
| Experience Required | No prior experience required |
About this Community Development Worker position
Introduction
A community development worker job in Ophongolo is open with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs. The worker links communities with government services and helps residents explain their needs to national, provincial and local government. A Grade 12 certificate is enough and no experience is demanded, although volunteering in community projects or a community development qualification would count in your favour. The salary is R280 278 per year at Level 6 under reference 22/1/3/6/3/53/2026. Applications close on 16 October 2026.
Community development workers act as a bridge between residents and government, so the strongest candidates know their community well. Mention volunteer work, church or school projects, and any help you have given neighbours with accessing government services. A qualification in community development is an advantage but not compulsory, and no experience is required. The advert lists knowledge of municipal structures and government services, so learn how ward committees and municipal offices work. You can post, hand deliver or submit your Z83 and CV through the e-Recruitment System, and the department will not accept applications after the closing date.
About the Employer
The Community Development Workers programme in KwaZulu-Natal is run through the provincial Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, working closely with municipalities.
Responsibilities
• Liaise with communities and coordinate access to government services
• Mobilise and inform communities about services
• Help communities identify and communicate their needs to government
• Determine community needs and pass them on to the relevant structures
Required Qualifications
• A Senior Certificate or Grade 12
• No relevant experience is needed
• A community development qualification is an added advantage
• Experience such as volunteering in community development projects is an added advantage
• Knowledge of municipal structures and government services
• Report writing and interpersonal skills
Job Benefits and Perks
The advert lists R280 278 per year at Level 6. No additional benefits are stated.
How to Apply
Post to The Chief Director, Human Resource Management and Development, Private Bag X9078, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, or hand deliver to the Chief Registry Clerk, 2nd Floor, South Tower, Natalia, 330 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg. You can also upload your Z83 and CV to the e-Recruitment System at www.eservices.gov.za. For attention: Ms E Perumal.
Enquiries: Ms P Khumalo, (031) 204 1766.
Use the new Z83 form, quote the reference number and make sure your application reaches the department before the closing date.
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