The Western Cape Government is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for Community Development Worker opportunities within the Department of Local Government. These positions are aimed at individuals who are interested in working directly with communities, improving access to government services, identifying community needs and supporting better communication between residents and government structures.

This opportunity may be suitable for applicants with a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification who have strong communication, interpersonal, organisational and computer skills.

Successful candidates will be expected to work with communities and government structures to improve access to services and support community participation in government programmes and service delivery initiatives.

Reference Number: LG 33/2026
Salary: R280 278 – R330 162 per annum
Salary Level: Level 06
Department: Department of Local Government
Employer: Western Cape Government
Location: Various locations
Qualification: Grade 12 / NQF Level 4

Job Description

The Community Development Worker will serve as an important link between communities and government structures. The successful candidate will assist members of communities with information about government services and help residents understand the processes they need to follow when accessing those services.

The position also involves identifying community needs and communicating those needs to the appropriate government departments or structures.

Community Development Workers are expected to maintain strong relationships with community members, local organisations, government officials and other relevant stakeholders. The position requires an individual who can communicate effectively, work independently, manage deadlines and prepare reports on community activities and service-delivery matters.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4.
• Knowledge of applicable public-service policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of communities and how community structures operate.
• The ability to facilitate public participation in policy-making and government service delivery.
• Good project organisation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Report-writing and reporting abilities.
• Proven computer literacy, including the ability to use Microsoft Office.
• Good self-management skills and the ability to work according to deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Candidates should be comfortable working directly with members of the public and engaging with different community and government stakeholders.

Core Functions and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Informing and assisting communities with access to services provided by government structures.
• Determining the needs of communities and communicating identified needs to the appropriate government structures.
• Promoting community networks and supporting activities carried out by local community workers aimed at improving service delivery.
• Compiling reports and documentation regarding progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes achieved.
• Keeping up to date with services offered by government.
• Understanding the processes and mechanisms members of the public must follow to access government services.
• Supporting communication between communities and relevant government departments.
• Assisting with community participation initiatives relating to government programmes, policies and service delivery.

The role requires an individual who can deal professionally with community concerns while maintaining accurate records and ensuring matters are referred to the relevant government structures where necessary.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their applications through the official Western Cape Government recruitment process and search for the position using:

KWAZULU-NATAL: DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS

POST 35/184 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/53/2026 (CDW)

Chief Directorate: Community Development Workers and Public Participation — Directorate: CDWP and Rapid Response

SALARY
R280 278.per annum (Level 06)

CENTRE
Ophongolo

REQUIREMENTS

• Academic: Senior Certificate/Grade 12
• Professional registration: NOT STATED
• Certification/grade: NOT STATED

HOW TO APPLY
Online: e-Recruitment System on www.eservices.gov.za

CLOSING DATE
16 October 2026

WESTERN CAPE: DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Twelve separately advertised posts, one each. All twelve share the same salary, centre, requirements, application method and closing date.

• POST 35/320 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION A (HOUT BAY) REF NO: LG 30/2026
• POST 35/321 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION A (KHAYELITSHA) REF NO: LG 31/2026
• POST 35/322 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (LAINGSBURG) REF NO: LG 33/2026
• POST 35/323 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (MALMESBURY) REF NO: LG 34/2026
• POST 35/324 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (MOSSEL BAY, D’ALMELDA) REF NO: LG 35/2026
• POST 35/325 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (NDULL, WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY) REF NO: LG 36/2026
• POST 35/326 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (PAARL EAST, DRAKENSTEIN MUNICIPALITY) REF NO: LG 37/2026
• POST 35/327 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (PRINCE ALBERT) REF NO: LG 38/2026
• POST 35/328 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION A (BONTEHEUWEL), REF NO. LG 39/2026
• POST 35/329 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (DORING BAY) REF NO: LG 40/2026
• POST 35/330 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION B (ZWELETHEMBA, WORCESTER) REF NO: LG 41/2026
• POST 35/331 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: REGION A (STRANDFONTEIN) REF NO: LG 44/2026

SALARY
R280 278 – R330 162 per annum (Level 06)

CENTRE
Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS

• Academic: Grade 12 certificate or equivalent (NQF level 4)
• Professional registration: NOT STATED
• Certification/grade: NOT STATED

HOW TO APPLY
Online: http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

CLOSING DATE
19 October 2026

Candidates should make sure that all required information and supporting documentation requested by the employer are submitted correctly.

Applicants are advised to apply only through official government recruitment channels and should never pay anyone to apply for a government vacancy.

Closing Date

The closing date was not included in the vacancy information supplied. Applicants should confirm the official closing date on the Western Cape Government recruitment platform before submitting an application.