DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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.


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OTHER POSTS
 
 
SOCIAL WORK POLICY DEVELOPER: SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REF NO: DSD 115/2023
SALARY : Grade 1: R410 289 – R457 614 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R484 431 - R647 325 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal Tertiary Qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment policies, tools, evaluation methods and processes; Social Work legislation; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Skills needed: Organising and planning; Project planning; Networking; Professional counselling; Policy Analysis and development; Presentation and facilitation; Problem solving and analytical ability; Financial management; Monitoring and evaluation; Contract management; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication.
 
DUTIES : Develop, implement and maintain social work policies; Uniform Funding Cycle (UFC) - NPO Funding Process; Monitor and evaluate NPOs compliance against signed Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) and compliance against Legislative, Programme Specific Norms and Standards/ Regulatory frameworks; Rapid response following complaint/enquiries about NPOs, or a concern raised by a programme, regions, executive authority or head of department; Registration of facilities in terms of the relevant legislation; Monitoring of Programme Specific services as per relevant legislation; Stakeholder management / Relationship management (international, national, provincial, local and regional); Training/ Capacity Building on existing legislation and policy framework guiding service delivery; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field; Administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Momoza Tel No: (021) 483 4236
 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORK POLICY DEVELOPER: OLDER PERSONS REF NO: DSD 116/2023
SALARY : Grade 1: R410 289 – R457 614 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R484 431 - R647 325 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal Tertiary Qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment policies, tools, evaluation methods and processes; Social Work legislation; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Skills needed: Organising and planning; Project planning; Networking; Professional counselling; Policy Analysis and development; Presentation and facilitation; Problem solving and analytical ability; Financial management; Monitoring and evaluation; Contract management; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication.
 
DUTIES : Develop, implement and maintain social work policies; Uniform Funding Cycle (UFC) - NPO Funding Process; Monitor and evaluate NPOs compliance against signed Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) and compliance against Legislative, Programme Specific Norms and Standards/ Regulatory frameworks; Rapid response following complaint/enquiries about NPOs, or a concern raised by a programme, regions, executive authority or head of department; Registration of facilities in terms of the relevant legislation; Monitoring of Programme Specific services as per relevant legislation; Stakeholder management / Relationship management (international, national, provincial, local and regional); Training/ Capacity Building on existing legislation and policy framework guiding service delivery; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field; Administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Momoza Tel No: (021) 483 4236
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY REF NO: DSD 120/2023
SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Knowledge of Monitoring and evaluation system; Applicable legislation; Norms and standards; Information management; Public administration; Skills needed: Problem-solving and decision-making; Creative thinking; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising.
 
DUTIES : Assist with the development of monitoring and review systems; Conduct Financial and governance assessments for existing and new NPO’s; Monitor and review services rendered by the NPO in line with the Provincial /National policy frameworks; Administration of the Non-Financial Data (NFD) process.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Sylvester-Rose Tel No: (021) 483 4015
 
 
 
 
 
 
EDUCATION OFFICER: FACILITY MANAGEMENT (POSTS AVAILABLE AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 121/2023
SALARY : R294 321 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year teaching qualification; Registration with SACE as a professional educator; A minimum of 1 year experience as an Educationalist/ Educator; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public service procedures; Labour Relations; Financial Management; Project Management; Interpret and apply policies and procedures; Skills needed: Problem solving, sound budgeting, planning, facilitation, influencing and interpersonal relations; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Learning and researching; Relating and networking; Adapting and responding to change; Adhering to principles and values; Analysing.
 
DUTIES : Implement educational programmes at secure child and youth care facilities in accordance to curriculum requirements and departmental legislation; Implement facility policies and procedures to enhance safe care, custody and development of residents; Perform administrative functions; Continuous professional development; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Benting Tel No: (021) 931 0236
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE SUPERVISOR: FACILITY MANAGEMENT (VARIOUS LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 119/2023
SALARY : Grade 1: R231 339 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; Proven computer literacy in MS Office; Basic research and analytical skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Work effectively with Social Workers and members of multi- sectoral teams in social service delivery.
 
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 : Mr E Buys Tel No: (021) 986 9100
 
 
 
 
 
STAFF NURSE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (POSTS AVAILABLE AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 117/2023
SALARY : Grade 1: R199 725 - R222 939 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R237 210 - R264 948 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R277 752 - R377 860 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 2: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 3: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes; Nursing Act; Health Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Patient Rights Charter; Batho-Pele principles; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Disciplinary code and procedure; Grievance procedure act; Written and verbal communication skills; Elementary facilitation skills; Responsiveness.
 
 
DUTIES : Development and implementation of basic patient care plans: Ensure maintenance of patient hygiene; Sustain nutritional status of patients; Facilitate the mobility of patients; Facilitate the elimination processes; Provide basic clinical nursing care: Measure, interpret and record vital signs; Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment; Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures (i.e. administering of intramuscular injections); Preparation of patients for diagnostic and surgical procedures; Effective utilisation of resources: Order stock and equipment in a cost-effective manner; Report loss or damage immediately; Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development: To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the Professional Body; Seek learning opportunities, i.e. in-service training, courses.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E Buys Tel No: (021) 986 9100