EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 

 

APPLICATIONS : Applicants must strictly apply using only the provincial e-Recruitment system which is available on www.ecprov.gov.za, or https://www.ecprov.gov.za or https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za/. The system is available 24/7 and closes at 23:59 on the closing date. To report technical glitches, for assistance regarding the system, and/or for activation of your profile, send an email with your ID Number, your profile email address, details of the issue to recruitment@ecdsd.gov.za. (NB: For Technical Glitches Only – No CVs). Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Fri). Should you submit your applications/ CV to: recruitment@ecdsd.gov.za and not as specified, your application will be regarded as lost and not be considered. Refer all application related enquiries to the specified contact person. 

 

CLOSING DATE : 19 June 2026 

 

 

 

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly complete New Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021) obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed signed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not downloadable and therefore not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on interview day. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or before the interview date. Applicants with foreign qualifications would be required to submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve (12) months. Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. It is the department’s objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. In filling of these posts gender equity and people living with disability will be highly considered. The Department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). targets of the department will be adhered to. for SMS (Senior Management Service) Posts: In terms of DPSA Directive on compulsory capacity development, mandatory training, and minimum entry requirements for members of the Senior Management Level for SMS appointments, it is a requirement for SMS members to produce a pre-entry Certificate (Nyukela) as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) for entry into the SMS posts and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme (the SMS pre-entry certificate is not a requirement for shortlisting; is submitted prior to appointment. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical assessment that intends to assess relevant functional elements of the job. The logistics of assessments of the candidates shall be communicated by the department. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12/24 months. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. White or Coloured males and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply 


Enquiries Mr Y Singqandu at Tel No: 043 605 5042. 

Applications: E-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@ecdsd.gov.za

 

 

 

 

 


OTHER POST

 

 

SENIOR DATA CAPTURER: EPWP REF NO: DSD 01/06/2026 

(12 Months Contract) 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Provincial Office (King Williams Town) 

 

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus B Degree/ N Diploma (NQF Level 6/7) in Social Science, Public Administration/Management, Information Management/Systems, Financial Management or any relevant/equivalent qualification. A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in the Expanded Public Works Programme Competencies: Knowledge of the Public Employment Programmes or Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). An understanding of government legislation, policies, and procedures. Must be good in Excel spreadsheets backed by sound numerical and analytical knowledge. Good communication skills. Innovative thinking ability as well as problem-solving skills. Sound interpersonal and Organisational skills. Sound personal values in terms of honesty, integrity and confidentiality. Be Computer Literate. 

 

DUTIES : Provide technical support in the collection of reports from all Departmental Programmes and Districts. Contribute towards the realisation of the EPWP targets by utilizing the EPWP reporting tools. Provide exception reports on data received and captured. Develop lists of EPWP reports expected. Ensure accurate and consistent capturing of projects and work opportunities. Reconcile reports received vs expected and advise management on outstanding reports. Provide technical support in the capturing of all allocated EPWP projects and work opportunities from Programmes and Districts. Assist with the preparation of inputs to meet the Departmental reporting mandate. Conduct data quality assurance. 

 

ENQUIRIES : All enquiries may be directed to Mr Y. Singqandu at Tel No: (043) 605 5042 or Ms Q. Blayi at Tel No: (043) 605 5048. 

APPLICATIONS : e-Recruitment Technical Support: Recruitment@ecdsd.gov.za