WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

CLOSING DATE : 27 July 2026 

NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00. Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline on 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this post, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to assess relevant functional elements of the job and an interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) and submit the certificate before he/she can be appointed to this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background in processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. The successful candidate shall be subjected to a leadership assessment, within one (1) month of appointment, to assess the managerial competencies required for SMS members in the Public Service as specified under Chapter Five (5) of the SMS handbook. This assessment shall be conducted to determine an individual’s ability to lead, manage, and direct others and to identify developmental gaps in core generic leadership and management competencies. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The successful candidate will be subject to security vetting; and the candidate will have to disclose her/his financial interests. Furthermore, thank you, to the huge public interest, we receive many applications for our posts, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of the advert please consider your application unsuccessful. 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

REGIONAL DIRECTOR: METRO SOUTH REF NO: DSD 45/2026 

SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF 7 or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years relevant middle/senior management level experience. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of applicable policies and procedures: Educational environment; Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Management principles. Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; People Management planning; Problem solving; Sound Budgeting skills; Communication and facilitation skills; Strategic thinking and planning.

DUTIES : Line Management: Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas: Families and Children Programmes; Special Programmes; Social Crime Prevention Programmes; Support the service delivery unit (SDU) and service delivery partners with the implementation of programmes (children and families, and restorative services: Victim empowerment, crime Prevention and support, and substance abuse); District Business Planning, Information & Stakeholder Management; Manage operational business planning and monitoring processes; Community Development Programmes; Manage Corporate Services at Regional Level. Strategic Management (including Change Management: Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate; Drive the Directorate’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate; Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Evaluate regional performance against predetermined objectives and standards and report to the HOD; Report to the Chief Director on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Directorate, and the Department; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Director. People Management: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s Business Plan; Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate; Monitor information capacity building within the Directorate; Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Directorate; Promote sound labour relations within the Directorate; Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Directorate. Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level; Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Directorate; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Directorate; Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Directorate; Ensure that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Directorate and Department; Report to the Chief Director and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Directorate’s finances; Assume overall accountability for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Directorate’s assets; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to for the Directorate; Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Directorate are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Reenen Tel No: (021) 483 3996 / Annemie.vanReenen@westerncape.gov.za

OTHER POST

CHILD AND YOUTH CARE SUPERVISOR: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (VARIOUS POSTS AVAILABLE IN CLANWILLIAM, LINDELANI, OUTENIEKWA AND VREDELUS) REF NO: DSD 44/2026 

SALARY : Grade 1: R255 534 – R290 877 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 

Grade 2: R301 647– R339 438 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 

CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after obtaining the required qualification; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Minimum standards; Performance Management Systems; Child Care Act, policies, legislation, Batho Pele Principles and administrative procedures; New developments and methodologies in Child and Youth Care Work; Skills in the following: Proven computer literacy in MS Office; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Work effectively with Social Workers and members of multi- sectoral teams in social service delivery; Organising and planning; Conflict Management; Interpersonal; Report-writing; Computer literacy; Basic research and analytical skills; Presentation and facilitation; Monitoring and evaluation; Problem solving; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability to interpret policies and legislation. 

DUTIES : Facilitate and supervise the caring for and life space interventions of children and young people will entail the following: Build a positive relationship with residents; Create a caring and stimulating environment for residents; Monitor the implementation of the daily structured programmes; Form part of a multi-disciplinary team; Ensure that the recommended developmental and recreational programmes are implemented by providing continuous support, guidance and advice to sub-ordinates; Monitor and participate in the evaluation of the recommended developmental and recreational programmes; Ensure reporting on progress with developmental and recreational programmes; Participate in the identification of incidents; Continuous professional development; Supervise and perform clerical/administration functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms D Baugaard Tel No: (021) 826 5972 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.