Applicants are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts in the Local Authorities:

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To manage, direct and supervise the Community Development Division.

DUTIES

• Supervises and guides subordinates in accordance with the set standards.
• Provides strategic leadership for the implementation of all Community Development Project in the District.
• Supervises the Community Development Programs to ensure that they meet the desired objectives.
• Prepares budget for proposed Community Projects for incorporation into the Council budget.
• Develops Community Development Programmes geared towards improving the livelihoods of the various communities.
• Manages and supervises the implementation of Community Development Programs.
• Engages in poverty alleviation promotion activities both at community and national level.
• Develops and maintains partnership with other stakeholders for collaborative planning and implementation of integrated Community Development Programmes.
• Undertakes any other related duties as directed by management.

Key Competencies Required:

• Analytical thinking and decision making skills.
• Planning and organizing
• Problem solving
• Team Player
• Sound Communication
• Results Orientation

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Degree qualification in Community/Adult Education or related field.

EXPERIENCE:         

• At least 10 years relevant work experience, 2 of which must have been served at D3 level.

Applicants should quote the number of this Vacancy Circular and Reference Number giving the following details:

• Full name, address and date of birth.
• Certified copies of Certificates and Identity
• References
• Brief summary of career with duties (CV) should be addressed to:

The Permanent Secretary

Ministry of Local Government

Private Bag 0052

Gaborone

Attention:  Manager (LA)

Or Hand Delivered to:           

Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs Building, Block 8, Floor 8,Department of Local Government Service Management,Room 41.

Faxed applications will not be accepted.

IMPORTANT: All applications from serving officers must be routed through their Chief Executive Officers.  Applications not so routed will not be considered.

Also note that only short listed candidates will be responded to.

For further information contact:  Ms K Molebatsi/Ms Mogorosi Tel No: 3612800.