Development Action Group (DAG) Recruitment

The Development Action Group (DAG) is a leading nonprofit, non-governmental organisation. DAG’s mission is to create, implement and support community-centred developments in order to address economic, social and spatial imbalances.

Job Title: Built Environment Professional 
Job Location:  Cape Town
Start date: As soon as possible

The position will be a one-year contract with a three months’ probation period or by mutual agreement.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage project planning and implementation of affordable rental housing projects through micro-developers through the Contractor and Developer Academy (CDA)
• Lead and manage contractor support programme for emerging contractors and builders through the CDA
• Lobby and advocate for the CDA approach on national platforms
• Monitor and evaluate, with support from DAG team
• Assist in documentation and write up for case study relating to contractor support
• Attend any national or international forum as requested by DAG

Requirements:

• Relevant degree or Technikon diploma e.g. Urban Planning, Architecture, Social Sciences, Social Development, Development Studies, Geography, Law
• Appropriate experience may be considered in place of a degree or diploma
• Minimum of three years’ experience in project management and construction in the housing and urban development sector
• Proven knowledge and awareness of issues relating to housing, land access and poverty
• Knowledge of government

To apply, submit a CV, contact details of three referees and a motivation letter to [email protected], hand deliver at 101 Lower Main Road, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925 or Fax: 021 447 1987

Application Deadline: 25th Feb, 2019