FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

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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. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. 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. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the interview: should you be in possession of a foreign qualification; it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) when submitted. Failure to submit all the requested documents will disqualify your 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, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes 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. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Persons with disability and people from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.


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MANAGER: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRADE 1 REF NO: DSDFS 08/24 (X1 POST) 
SALARY : R920 082 per annum 
CENTRE : Fezile Dabi District (Kroonstad Office) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus appropriate three –year tertiary qualification. A minimum of 10 years recognizable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualifications. Knowledge of PFMA, Public Service Act, Treasury Regulation and Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of funding policy of the Department of Social Development. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders through efficient, effective and economical utilization of resources by the unit/sub directorate. Monitor, interpret and review legislation and policies to determine whether legislation and policies are still relevant and comply with current requirements. Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant acts and policies, and develop new policies where required. Manage community development unit/sub directorate to ensure that an efficient and effective community development service is delivered through the proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development and management fields to enhance service delivery. Plan and ensure that research on community development is undertaken. Undertake/facilitate complex community development research. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. MIK Martins, District Director Fezile Dabi at 083 443 8343 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR GRADE 1 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R429 573 per annum 
CENTRE : Fezile Dabi District: 
Kroonstad Ref No: DSDFS 09/24 (X1 Post) 
Sasolburg Ref No. DSDFS 10/24 (X1 Post) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus an appropriate three-year tertiary qualification. A minimum of 7 years recognizable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. Community Development knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to engage in the social development of communities. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems and legislation to assist with interventions at points where people interact with their environments in order to promote self-empowerment. The ability and competence to co-ordinate community development structures and ability to manage projects. The ability to influence individuals and group to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures. Understanding of social dynamics. Presentation, Problem solving skills, Computer skills, Written and verbal communication skills, Research and report writing skills, Financial management and Supervisory skills. Valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : To supervise the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated community development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders and to assist employees engaged in this function by resolving problems. Supervise and support community development practitioners to ensure that there is communication and co-ordination with all relevant role players, internal and external (e.g. in departments/provinces, NGO, local community structures and faith-based organizations) and stakeholders to facilitate intersectoral collaboration, integrated planning and establishment of partnerships to ensure sustainability of development activities within the community. Supervise and guide community development practitioners to enhance their performance on community development and to perform administrative support on community development and related activities. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery. Supervise and advise community development practitioners to ensure an efficient and effective service. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. MIK Martins, District Director Fezile Dabi at 083 443 8343