GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : 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. 
 

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CHIEF ENGINEER: CIVIL/STRUCTURAL REF NO: REFS/023292 
SALARY : R1 266 450 - R2 388 657 per annum, (within the OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Head Office (Johannesburg) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree in Engineering with 6 years appropriate experience after qualification has been obtained. Registration with the South African Council for Engineering Council as a Professional Chief Engineer: Civil/Structural. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and maintain functional and technical norms and standards from an engineering perspective. Manage condition assessment and credibility of technical information. Manage adherence to environmental and occupational health and safety aspects. Investigate proposal for innovative service delivery mechanisms and undertake feasibility studies. Compile briefing documentation and specifications from an engineering perspective. Prepare the User Asset Management Plan. Make inputs to the Constriction Procurement Strategy and the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan. Conduct post project and post occupancy evaluations. Manage people. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Mbhense Tel No: (011) 355 7703 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE NPO MONITORING REF NO: REFS/023286 
SALARY : R896 436 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 : 3-year tertiary qualification in Built Environment with 5 years’ middle management experience in the Public-Sector portfolio management. A valid South African Driver’s License. Honesty, integrity, attention to detail and be technically orientated. Knowledge of the PFMA, DoRA, Treasury regulations, national building standards, Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations. Skills: Building, Strategic and Project management skills. 
 
DUTIES : Assessment for accreditation and aligning of national strategy for application in the province. Manage the development and updating of all infrastructure policies, norms and standards in line with nationally prescribed policies. Ensure that all maintenance projects comply with policies, norms and standards as stated in the National Treasury Instruction. Develop maintenance priority lists and costs. Management of procurement costs for all NPO maintenance projects in Gauteng IDMS control framework. Management of contracts in line SANS, OHS Act, Regulations and Construction Regulations. Design and update OHS tools for monitoring of all NPO facilities. Monitoring and reporting of monthly and quarterly reports. Maintain discipline, manage performance and development of employees. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Skosana Tel No: (011) 227 0069 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND COORDINATION REF NO: REFS/023288 
SALARY : R896 436 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) Office of the MEC 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Three-year tertiary qualification in Office Administrations or equivalent qualification in administration. 3-5 years administrative experience. Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the executive authority’s portfolio. Valid driver’s license (code B). Skills and Competencies: Honesty and Integrity, innovative individual, through to details. Team working, interpersonal relations, analytical, report writing, planning and co-ordinating, workflow coordination, strategic capability & leadership, programme and project management, financial Management, problem solving & analysis, people management and Empowerment, Governances. A valid driver’s license is required. 
 
DUTIES : Provide administrative support and receptionist services in the office of the executive authority. Provide registry support services in the office of the executive authority. Provide messenger and driver services in the office of the executive authority. Provide logistical support for meetings to the executive authority. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Moloi Tel No: (011) 227 0062
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). 
 
 
  
 
 
 
TOWN AND REGIONAL PLANNER: PRODUCTION GRADE A REF NO: REFS/023287 
SALARY : R761 157 - R1 144 008 per annum, (within the OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Head Office (Johannesburg) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelors’ Degree in Urban/Town and Regional Planning or relevant qualifications. 3 years’ post qualification professional experience required. A Valid driver’s licence. Compulsory registration with SACPLAN as a Professional Town & Regional Planner. Knowledge: PFMA/DoRA/Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes, Instructions, Circulars, Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007, Framework for Infrastructure Delivery and Procurement Management, Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act 13 of 2013, Children’s Act of 2005 and the Best practice Note of 2010, Spatial planning systems and norms of Government and Relevant Provincial Land Administration Legislation. Skills and Competencies: decision making, team leadership, analytical, creativity, self-management, financial management, customer focus and responsive, communication, computer literacy, delegation and development of others, planning, organising and execution, conflict management. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure the application of town and regional planning principles in land development: Facilitate and provide technical assistance to professional teams on all aspects regarding town and regional planning projects. Town Planning inputs to infrastructure and related plans: Prepare inputs to Project Planning reports from a town planner perspective, for example Business Cases, Infrastructure Assets Management Plans, Strategic Briefs, etc. Undertake extensive analyses to formulate and maintain an infrastructure planning framework for the Department. Undertake spatial analysis and modelling to support comprehensive infrastructure planning framework. Identify suitable sites for social development infrastructure projects and undertake final validation on suitability. Validate all aspects of town planning requirements for planned infrastructure projects. Represent the Department at the different spatial forum to promote alignment between social planning and broader provincial planning. Interact with the Custodian, GOGTA and related planning forums in the province to promote seamless and integrated spatial planning. Policies, Norms, Standard and Monitoring Reports: Make inputs to the provincial functional norms and standards in line with nationally prescribed functional norms and standards from a town planning perspective. Contribute from a town planning perspective to post project, post occupancy and end of the year evaluations as well as preparation of reports. Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on town and regional planning technology to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on town and regional planning-related matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Motloutsi Tel No: (011) 355 7700 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s).

​OPERATIONAL MANAGER (NURSING) REF NO: REFS/023285 (X1 POST) 
SALARY : R549 192 - R723 954 per annum, (within OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa Child and Youth Care Centre 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing Council with 7 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Submission of valid proof of registration with the council. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and understanding of Legislation and Policy mandates regulating Nursing practice, Process and procedures. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy, Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication and Leadership skills. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and manage Nursing Plan. Monitor the implementation of a comprehensive nursing care plan and screening of Health problems and diseases in accordance with prescribed norms and standards. Identify health indicators, risk factors and conduct client satisfactory surveys. Manage Nursing Practice and Health Care in accordance with regulatory. Develop and monitor a professional and ethical practice as well as enabling environment for ethical practice. Manage a constructive working relationship with other stakeholders. Promote the role of nursing with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest group. Manage nursing staff, leave plans and attend to staff grievance and disciplinary matters. Manage individual performance and development. Promote nursing ethical conduct to nursing staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Mmakola Tel No: (012) 546 0640 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). 
 
 
 
 
 
OPERATIONAL MANAGER (NURSING) REF NO: REFS/023293 (X1 POST) 
SALARY : R549 192 - R723 954 per annum, (within OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Mabutho Hlatshwayo Child and Youth Care Centre 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing Council with 7 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Submission of valid proof of registration with the council. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and understanding of Legislation and Policy mandates regulating Nursing practice, Process and procedures. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy, Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication and Leadership skills. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and manage Nursing Plan. Monitor the implementation of a comprehensive nursing care plan and screening of Health problems and diseases in accordance with prescribed norms and standards. Identify health indicators, risk factors and conduct client satisfactory surveys. Manage Nursing Practice and Health Care in accordance with regulatory. Develop and monitor a professional and ethical practice as well as enabling environment for ethical practice. Manage a constructive working relationship with other stakeholders. Promote the role of nursing with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest group. Manage nursing staff, leave plans and attend to staff grievance and disciplinary matters. Manage individual performance and development. Promote nursing ethical conduct to nursing staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Fouche Tel No: (010) 344 1280 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). 
 
 
 



 
 
OPERATIONAL MANAGER (NURSING) REF NO: REFS/023284 (X1 POST) 
SALARY : R549 192 - R723 954 per annum, (within OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Zanele Mbeki Frail Care Centre 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing Council with 7 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Submission of valid proof of registration with the council. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and understanding of Legislation and Policy mandates regulating Nursing practice, Process and procedures. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy, Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication and Leadership skills. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and manage Nursing Plan. Monitor the implementation of a comprehensive nursing care plan and screening of Health problems and diseases in accordance with prescribed norms and standards. Identify health indicators, risk factors and conduct client satisfactory surveys. Manage Nursing Practice and Health Care in accordance with regulatory. Develop and monitor a professional and ethical practice as well as enabling environment for ethical practice. Manage a constructive working relationship with other stakeholders. Promote the role of nursing with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest group. Manage nursing staff, leave plans and attend to staff grievance and disciplinary matters. Manage individual performance and development. Promote nursing ethical conduct to nursing staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Z Nhlapo Tel No: (011) 817 7300 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PROFESSIONAL NURSE SPECIALTY (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE) REF NO: REFS/ 023289 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R476 367 - R723 954 per annum, (within OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Dr Fabian & Florence Ribeiro Treatment Centre 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification plus qualification in Psychiatric Nursing that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council with 7 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse. Submission of valid proof of registration with the council. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of legislative and policy mandates regulating nursing practice, processes and procedures applicable in the Institution. Project management, Communication, analytical, monitoring and evaluation, supervision, people management, inter-personal as well as leadership skills. Personal attributes: Professionalism, responsiveness, proactive, team player, caring and supportive.
 
DUTIES : Develop and manage nursing plan. Implement standard practices, criteria and indicators for quality nursing. Participate in auditing quality of nursing and health care. Practice nursing and health care in accordance with regulatory framework. Maintain a professional and ethical practice and implement patient care standards, policies and procedures. Maintenance of a constructive working relationship with other stakeholders, health teams, organisation and special interest groups. Manage nursing staff performance, development, leave plans and disciplinary matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Samantha Hutchinson Tel No: (012) 734 8325 
 
NOTE : The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. 
 
 
 
 
 
CLINCAL NURSE PRACTITIONER REF NO: REFS/023283 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R476 367 – R559 548 per annum, (within OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Dr Fabian Florence Rebeiro Treatment Centre 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Basic R425 qualification (i.e., Diploma/Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANCA as a Professional Nurse. Post basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year in curative Skills in Primary Health Care accredited with the SANC. Registration with SANC as Professional Nurse. A minimum of 4 years appropriate / recognizable nursing experience after registration as professional nurse with the SANC in general nursing. Knowledge and understanding of legislative and policy mandates regulating nursing practice, processes, and procedures. Knowledge and understanding of nursing care practice and procedures applicable in the institution. Skills and competencies: Project Management, Analytical, report writing monitoring and evaluation, communication, people management skills, interpersonal skills and leadership skills. Demonstrate an understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices within a primary health care environment. Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. 
 
DUTIES : Perform clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined for a primary health care facility. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined for a primary health care facility. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Hutchinson Tel No: (012) 734 8325, Dr Fabian Florence Rebeiro Treatment Centre 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GIS TECHNOLOGIST REF NO: REFS/023282 
SALARY : R397 569 - R690 237 per annum, (within the OSD framework) 
CENTRE : Head Office (Johannesburg) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor of science (NQF 6/7) Geography/Geomatics or Environmental Sciences, A Valid driver’s Licence, 3 years GISc Technologist experience, Registration with PLATO as a GISc Technologist. 
 
DUTIES : To provide Technical function :Collect and capture of data from various formats and sources, Maintain GISc unit effectiveness: Ensure easy access to spatial information at all times, Governance: Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources, Financial Management: Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organization needs: GIS Implementation: Undertake system audit, requirement analysis and cost benefit analysis: Conduct research: Research, investigate and advice on new GIS technologies. Competencies: Skills: Strategic management and direction, problem solving and analysis, Team leadership, Computer skills, Planning and organising skills. Knowledge: Programme and project management GISc legal and operational compliance, Spatial modelling design and analysis knowledge, Research and development, Policy Formulation. 
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Maabane Tel No:(011) 227 0060 
 
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s).