COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER
2011-02-10
DISABLED PEOPLE SOUTH AFRICA
NPO No. 001-315
VACANCY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER
(CAPE WINELANDS DISTRICT, WESTERN CAPE)
DPSA seeks to employ a Community Development Worker for the Cape Winelands District.
DUTIES:
• Raise awareness of DYSA structure and activities in the District
• Membership recruitment, assist with establishing branches in the district and ensure DYSA representation at local level
• Develop and regularly update DYSA provincial membership database
• Co-ordinate and implement advocacy campaigns with youth
• In consultation with Youth Co-ordinator, regularly analyse project outputs and modify work plan accordingly
• Support and contribute to timely submission of progress reports, work plans and record-keeping
• Ensure project deadlines and targets are met
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Matric
• Experience and knowledge of the disability/ NGO sector
• Experience working with youth
• Computer literate (MS Office packages, Internet & Email)
• Good administration and writing skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
• Fluency in English (read, write, speak). An ability to communicate in any of the languages used in the targeted Province/District is considered an advantage
• Flexibility and willingness to work irregular hours, including working on weekends/ public holidays
• Willingness to travel extensively within District
• Valid driver's licence and access to own transport an advantage
To apply for this position, please forward a motivational letter with a comprehensive CV (including the names and contact details of at least three references) to pycec@dpsa.org.za.
Preference will be given to applicants with disabilities.
Closing date for applications: 14 February 2011
No late applications will be considered.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates who do not receive a response within two weeks of the closing date, can assume that their applications were unsuccessful and are thus hereby thanked for showing interest in the organisation.
DPSA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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