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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 
 
It is the department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. The Department also urges all designated groups applying for positions to please direct your applications to the Employment Equity Office for attention of Mr O Mkhabela. All applicants are also encouraged to number the pages of their CV and the attached certified documents 
 
 
NOTE : Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The old prescribed application for employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020. As per the Government Gazette No: 43872, any applicant who submits an application on or after 1 January 2021 must do so on the new prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. The fully completed and signed Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as copies of all academic qualification(s) including the matric certificate, Identity document and driver’s licence (where applicable) and any other relevant documents. Applicants must submit copies of qualification, identity documents and drivers license (where appropriate) and any other relevant documents. Such copies need not be certified when applying for a post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. 
Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. No faxed, copied or e-mailed application will be considered. Where a driver’s license is essential, such a license should be attached. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD that will be reviewed based on performance expiration. Applicants must take note that due to COVID-19 pandemic, the Gauteng Department of Social Development will comply with Health and Safety Regulations.

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SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: INTAKE FIELD AND FOSTER CARE GRADE 1 
SALARY : R806 811 – R1116831 per annum (within OSD framework) 
CENTRE : JHB Region SD/2021/11/60 (1 Post) 
Sedibeng Region SD/2021/11/61 (1 Post) 
West Rand Region SD/2021/11/62 (1 Post) 
Ekurhuleni Region SD/2021/11/63 (1 Post) 
Tshwane Region SD/2021/11/64 (1 Post) 
 
REQUIREMENT : Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. A valid driver’s license. A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP of which 5 years must be appropriate experience at Intake and Foster Care (Statutory Service) as a supervisor. Knowledge and understanding of Social dynamics, human behaviour and social systems. Knowledge of Social legislation, policies and ethical practices governing field and intake programmes. Knowledge of Social Work empowerment interventions. Skills and Competencies: Communication, Ability to intervene and resolve conflict of a complex nature, Problem solving, Planning and organizing work for junior staff, Non-judgmental, Understanding, Assertive and Caring. 
 
DUTIES : Provision of guidance of Social Work legislation. Management of Social Work interventions. Social empowerment of individuals, families, groups and communities. Conducting Social Work research programmes. Stakeholder support. Reporting on Social Work programmes. Management of Sub-Directorate: Manage of staff training & development, manage sub-directorate budget, manage projects allocated to the sub-directorate, manage staff performance and manage sub-directorate leave plan. Attend to staff grievances and disciplinary matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Dukwana Tel: (011) 355 9502- JHB Metro Region 
Ms B Nkeeane Tel: (016) 930 2096 – Sedibeng Region 
Ms. C. Jansen van Vuuren Tel: (011) 950 7712 -West Rand Region 
Ms. ZO Noncolela Tel: (011) 820 0429 - Ekurhuleni Region 
Mr V Dhladhla Tel: (012) 359 3312 -Tshwane Region. 
 
APPLICATIONS : The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). Applications can be delivered to- The Gauteng Department of Social Development Johannesburg Metro Region for attention Ms CS Dukwana Tel: (011) 355 9502, 41 Fox Street, Private Bag X1, Johannesburg, 2000. 
 
Region for attention Ms Bridgette Nkeeane Tel: (016) 930 2096, 3 Moshoeshoe Street, Sebokeng, or Private bag x 209, Vanderbijlpark, 1911 
 
West Rand Region for attention Ms. C. Jansen van Vuuren Tel: (011) 950 7712, SA Dutch Building, 16 Human Street, Krugersdorp, 1739. 
 
Ekurhuleni Region for attention Ms. ZO Noncolela, 40 Catlin Street Germiston 1401. Tshwane Region for attention Mr V Dhladhla Tel:(012) 359 3312, South Tower, 268 Lillian Ngoyi and Pretorius Streets, Private Bag X 266, Pretoria, 0001.

NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 10 December 2021 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION: REF NO: SD/2021/11/65 
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (all-inclusive package which includes basic salary of 70% of the package and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable MMS guidelines per annum) 
CENTRE : Head Office (Johannesburg) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management with 3-5 years’ experience in middle management environment. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge and understanding of legislative framework governing Recruitment practices, systems, processes and procedures applicable in the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of Recruitment systems, procedures and processes applicable in the Department. Skills and Competencies: Communication, management, negotiation, conflict resolution, planning, organizing, leadership, problem solving, people management and empowerment skills. 
 
DUTIES : Management of recruitment and selection functions including to manage and oversee the Departmental post filling plan. Align the post filling plan to budget and annual performance plan. Management of SLA with service providers, confirmation probationary periods, processing of transfers. Develop and manage the implementation recruitment and retention strategy. Monitor the process of payment of normal grade and accelerated grade progression. Management of the Departmental recruitment strategy including reviewing the recruitment strategy. Manage and coordinate financial disclosures for remunerative work. Overall Management of the Sub-Directorate including management of operational plan of the unit, manage performance and development of staff, absenteeism and conduct of staff. Provide units quarterly reports. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr O Mkhabela Tel: (011) 355 7937 
APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number to The Gauteng Department of Social Development, 69 Commissioner Street, Perm Building, Johannesburg for Attention- Mr O Mkhabela, Tel- (011) 355 7937 or posted to- Private Bag X35, Johannesburg, 2000. 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. 

CLOSING DATE : 10 December 2021