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KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 
 
APPLICATIONS : Direct or hand deliver applications to the addresses as indicated below: - For Head Office: Department of Social Development, Private Bag X9144, Pietermaritzburg 3200 or hand deliver to 174 Mayors Walk Road, Pietermaritzburg 3200 For Attention: Ms PN Mkhize. 
 
EThekwini North, EThekwini South and ILembe Districts The District Director Department of Social Development, Private Bag X1503 Durban: 4000 or hand deliver to: 214 Dr Pixley KaSeme Street, 8th Floor Durban 4000. Attention: Ms TN Ndlovu. 
 
UMgungundlovu, UGu and Harry Gwala Districts) The District Director: Department of Social Development, Private Bag X1724, Pietermaritzburg: 3200 or hand deliver to 174 Mayors Walk Road, Pietermaritzburg 3201. For Attention: Mr PC Madonsela. 
 
Zululand District: The District Director Department of Social Development, Private Bag X13 ULUNDI, 3838 or hand deliver to King Dinuzulu Highway, Administration Building, 2nd Floor, Zone 3, Ulundi, 3838. Attention: Ms FN Ntombela. 
 
UMkhanyakude District: The District Director: Department of Social Development, P. O. Box 246; Mbazwana; 3974 or hand deliver to Ngwenya Properties; Sodwana Bay Road; Mbazwana; 3974. For Attention: Mr NH Siyaya. 
 
King Cetshwayo District: The District Director: Department of Social Development, Private Bag X02 Empangeni Rail, 3910 or hand deliver to 10 Bronze Street, Empangeni Rail, 3910. Attention: Ms NS Mbokazi. 
 
UMzinyathi District the District Director: Department of Social Development, Private Bag X2057 Dundee, 3000 or hand deliver to 50 Gray Street, Dundee, 3000. Attention: Mr CM Ndaba. 
Amajuba District: The District Director: Department of Social Development, Private Bag X6680; Newcastle; 2940 or hand deliver to 941 Church Street, Charlestown; 2940. Attention: Mr TM Nguse. 92 
 
UThukela District: The District Director: Department of Social Development; Private Bag X9917 Ladysmith; 3370 or hand deliver to 108 Rholihlahla Street; Peters; Ladysmith;3370. For Attention: Mr PM Mpanza. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 13 December 2019 
 
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a CV and original certified copies of all educational qualifications, Identity document and A valid driver’s licence required by the post advertised. Applications must be forwarded to relevant address. Applicants must indicate the reference number of the post applied and the centre on Form Z83. Application forms Z83 (Application for Employment) should be fully completed and signed by the applicant. Under no circumstances will faxed or e-mailed applications be accepted. The Department is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. Applicants who will promote the achievement of employment equity targets and who meet minimum appointment requirements will be given preference. The employment is subject to signing of the employment contract and annual performance agreement. The candidates will be required to undergo security clearance, competency based assessment and to disclose financial interests in accordance with relevant prescripts. Failure to comply with any of the above instructions will result in immediate disqualification. If the applicant has not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date must accept that his/her application was not successful. 
 
 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: SOCIAL SERVICES REF NO: DSD01/03/2019HO 
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SALARY : R1 521 591 per annum (Level 15) (All-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Honours Degree in Social Work (NQF Level 8); Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker. Proof of current registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker. 8-10 years of experience at a Senior Managerial level. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Policy analysis; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act and relevant Regulations; Public Service Act; Social Welfare Laws; Community Development; Administrative Law; Research Methodology; PFMA and Treasury Regulations; Provincial Growth and Development Plan; Organizational behaviour analysis; Employee Performance Management and Development Systems. Skills/ Core competencies: strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; financial management; change management; service delivery innovation; programme and project management; team building/motivation; problem solving and analysis; policy analysis and development; computer literacy; communication, presentation and negotiation. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the provision of social services; Manage the provision of community development; Integrate, coordinate and manage service delivery at District Offices; Manage the provision of quality assurance services; Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Branch and inputs to the Department strategy; Manage resources of the branch. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr SG Ngubane Tel No: (033) 348 5518 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: STRATEGY AND SYSTEMS RE NO: DSD02/03/2019HO 
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SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14) (All-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration (NQF Level 7); A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level in strategy and planning environment; A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Working knowledge of the Public Service; Policy Analysis and development; Public Service Act and Regulations; Labour Relations Act and Relevant Regulations; Interpretation of Statute; Administrative Law; Research Methodology; PFMA and Treasury Regulations; Organizational behaviour analysis; Strategic business management; Ministerial Handbook; Social Dynamics of KwaZulu-Natal Communities; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act and other relevant Acts/Legislative Mandates. Skills/Core competencies: strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; financial management; change management; service delivery innovation; programme and project management; team building/motivation; problem solving and analysis; policy analysis and development; computer literacy; communication, presentation and negotiation. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure the provision of integrated analysis and policy coordination services; Manage institutional performance assessment and programmes evaluation services; Manage and implement organizational development, change management and service delivery; Manage the provision of communication services and stakeholder management; Manage and facilitate the provision of information communication and technology management services; Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Chief Directorate and inputs to the Department strategy; Manage the resources of the Chief Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr SG Ngubane Tel No: (033) 348 5518 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: INSTITUTIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (NORTH AND MIDLANDS REGIONS) (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum. (Level 14) (All-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : North and Midlands Regions: 
North Ref No: DSD03/03/2019HO 
Midlands Ref No: DSD04/03/2019HO 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (NQF Level 7); Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior management in the Social Work environment; A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Research Methodology; Policy Analysis and Development; Knowledge management; Organisational behaviour analysis; Strategic business management; Community Development; Welfare Laws; National Development Plan; Provincial Growth and Development Plan; Service delivery frameworks; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills/Core competencies: strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; financial management; change management; service delivery innovation; programme and project management; team building/motivation; problem solving and analysis; policy analysis and development; computer literacy; communication, presentation and negotiation. 
 
DUTIES : Provide strategic coordination and facilitate the delivery of services; Ensure the provision of support services to the district offices; Ensure the development and implementation of policies; Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Chief Directorate and input to the Department; Manage resources of the Chief Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr SG Ngubane Tel No: (033) 348 5518 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: HIV/AIDS AND SUPPORT REF NO: DSD07/03/2019HO 
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SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13) (All-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (NQF level 7); Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in social work environment; A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Social Welfare Laws; Community Development Laws; Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations; Employment Equity Act; Research Methodology; National Development Plan; Youth Development Policy; Community Outreach; Service Delivery Frameworks; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills/Core Competencies: strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; financial management; change management; service delivery innovation; programme and project management; team building/motivation; problem solving and analysis; policy analysis and development; computer literacy; communication, presentation and negotiation. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the provision of care and support to those affected and infected with HIV/AIDS; Manage the provision of Social Relief of Distress; Ensure integration of HIV/AIDS support services with other stakeholders; Manage the development and implementation of policies; Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Directorate and input to the Department Strategy; Manage resources of the Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms PF Luthuli Tel No: (033) 264 2053 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: UTHUKELA AND ILEMBE DISTRICTS (X2 POSTS) 
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SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum. (Level 13) (All-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : uThukela and ILembe Districts: 
UThukela District Ref No: DSD08/03/2019UTH 
ILembe District Ref No: DSD10/03/2019ILEMB 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (NQF Level 7); Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level; A valid Driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Fraud Prevention Strategies; Social Welfare Laws; Labour Relations Act; Non-Profit Organisations Act; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Procurement Legislation; Public participation; Employee Performance Management and Development Systems; Community Outreach; Service Delivery Frameworks; Social dynamics of KwaZulu-Natal Communities; Provincial Growth and Development Plan. Skills/Core Competencies: strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; financial management; change management; service delivery innovation; programme and project management; team building/motivation; problem solving and analysis; policy analysis and development; computer literacy; communication, presentation and negotiation. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the provision of social welfare services; Manage the provision of services to children and families; Manage the provision of restorative services; Manage and facilitate the provision of community development; Manage the provision of quality assurance; Manage the provision of corporate services; Provide leadership and strategic direction to the District and input to the Department strategy; Manage resources of the District and provide inputs to the policies. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms NPD Hlatshwayo (UThukela District) Tel No: (036) 634 6600 
Ms A Mbatha (ILembe District) Tel No: (031) 336 8704 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: OLDER PERSONS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES REF NO: DSD12/03/2019HO 
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SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum. (Level 13) (All-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (NQF level 7); Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; A valid driver’s licence; A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the social work environment. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Knowledge of policy analysis and development; Labour Relations Act; Welfare Laws; Research Methodology; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Organizational behaviour analysis; Strategic business management; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills/ Core competencies: strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; financial management; change management; service delivery innovation; programme and project management; team building/motivation; problem solving and analysis; policy analysis and development; computer literacy; communication, presentation and negotiation. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and facilitate the provision of services to older persons; Manage and facilitate the provision of services to persons with disabilities; Manage the development and implementation of policies; Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Directorate and input to the Department Strategy; Manage resources of the directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms PF Luthuli Tel No: (033) 264 2053 
 
 
 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
SERVICE OFFICE MANAGER (X3 POSTS) 
SALARY : R869 007 per annum (Level 12) (all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Obuka Service Office Ref No: DSD15/03/2019OBUK 
Mbabazane Service Office Ref No: DSD016/03/2019MBAB 
KwaMsane Service Office Ref No: DSD17/03/2019KWAMSA 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work; Registration with the South African Council for Social Services as a Social Worker; Proof of Current Registration with the South African Council for Social Services as a Social Worker; A valid driver’s licence; 3 to 5 years’ junior managerial experience in Social Services. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Legislation pertaining to Social Welfare service delivery; Understanding of SASSA functions; Social dynamics of KwaZulu-Natal communities; Human Resource Management; Labour Relations Act; Service Delivery frameworks; Public Participation; Community outreach; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communications; Interpersonal relations; Report writing; Financial management; Change management; Time management; Project management; Leadership; Diversity management; Decision Making; Counselling; Service delivery innovation; Client orientation and customer focus; Presentation; Facilitation; Problem Solving and analysis; Conflict Resolution; Interviewing; Computer literacy; Numeracy; Language skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide Social Welfare Services; Provide Community Development Services; Ensure the provision of Corporate Support Services; Ensure the implementation of Departmental policies and other relevant legislation in the day to day running of the office; Manage the resources of the Service Office. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr ND Mchunu (Obuka Service Office) Tel No: (035) 797 1004 
Ms NPD Hlatshwayo (Mbabazane Service Office) Tel No: (036) 634 6656 
Ms B Mchunu (KwaMsane Service Office) Tel No: (035) 571 1000 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: SOCIAL WORK POLICY: YOUTH AND COMMUNITY BASE CARE; ECD AND PARTIAL CARE SERVICES REF NO: DSD19/03/2019HO 
SALARY : Grade 1 – 2: R794 889 – R1 100 325 per annum 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work; Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; A valid driver’s licence; A minimum of 10 years’ experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP of which 5 years must be appropriate experience in social work policy development. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Professional counselling; Research Methodology; Service delivery frameworks; Policy development and analysis; Ability to compile complex reports; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Change management; Counselling; Problem solving and analysis; Report writing; Policy development; Organizational; Communication; Interpersonal relations; Financial management; Research; Networking; Presentation; Facilitation; Monitoring and evaluation; Programme and Project management; Language; Computer literacy and Numeracy. 
 
DUTIES : Keep up to date with new developments in the youth and community based care; ECD and partial care services to children and the youth; Plan and ensure that youth and community – based care; ECD and partial care services on policy research and development are undertaken; Develop policies and strategies relevant to Youth and Community – based care; ECD and Partial care services; Manage resources of the sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms B Sophazi Tel No: (033) 264 2175 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL REPORTING AND INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: DSD20/03/2019HO 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (Level 11) (all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Management Accounting, Finance/ Auditing. A Minimum of 3-5 years’ Junior Management experience in Financial Management. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Basic Accounting System; Service delivery frameworks; Government Financial Processes; National Treasury Practice Notes; Provincial Treasury Practice Notes; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communication; Planning; Leadership; Decision making; Problem solving; Interpersonal relations; Report Writing and General (Academic) writing skills; Financial management; Budgeting systems; Analytical; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the Compilation of Annual Financial Statements and Interim Financial Statements; Formulate creative solutions to enhance appropriate record management, credible information and monitor reporting frameworks and timelines; Manage the provision of relevant training on financial procedures; Develop policies and strategies aimed at improving services delivery; Manage resources of the Sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr BS Ndaba Tel No: (033) 264 5412 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INTERGRATED ANALYSIS, PROVINCIAL PLANNING AND REPORTING REF NO: DSD21/03/2019HO 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (Level 11) (all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration/ Management/Monitoring and Evaluation. A minimum of 3-5 years’ Junior Management experience in Strategic Planning. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Government-wide Monitoring and Evaluation System; Policy analysis and development; Labour Relation Act; Public Finance Management Act; Organization behaviour analysis; Strategic business management; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Change Management; Strategic planning; Analytical thinking; Interpersonal relations; Facilitation; Presentation; Financial Management; Project Management; Problem solving; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and coordinate the provision of integrated analysis; Manage and coordinate the provision of provincial planning and reporting; Develop policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery; Manage resources of the Sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr PR Madela Tel No: (033) 264 5411 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, OPERATING & MAINTENANCE REF NO: DSD22/03/2019HO 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (Level 11) (all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Property Management/ Real Estate, A minimum of 3-5 years’ Junior Management experience in Property management/ Real Estate environment. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of Republic of the South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations; Knowledge of BAS; Employee Performance Management and Development System; National Treasury Instructions Notes Provincial Treasury Practice Notes; Service Delivery Frameworks Skills: Communication; Computer Literacy; Presentation; Facilitation; Report Writing; Interpersonal relation; Negotiation; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Administer the acquisition of land and facilities. Ensure efficient and effective facilities management system. Plan and prioritize the renovation and programmed maintenance on infrastructure. Develop policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery. Manage resources of the Sub-Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr HB Ngwane Tel No: (033) 348 5590 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: POVERTY ALLEVIATION, SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS AND COMMUNITY MOBILISATION: UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT REF NO: DSD23/03/2019UMGU 
SALARY : Grade 1-2: R486 735 - R654 129 per annum 
CENTRE : UMgungundlovu District 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development/Development Studies; A minimum of 8 years’ experience in Community Development field/ arena; Knowledge: Understanding of individual and group behaviour; its inter-relations within community structures; dynamic of the community and current legislation to enable interventions; Ability and competence to manage community development structures and projects; The ability to influence individuals and groups to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; Public Service Management Act; Labour Relations.; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Problem Solving; Conflict resolution; Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Complex research; Financial Management; Presentation; Project management; Policy formulation and implementation; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated development interventions in partnership with other relevant stakeholders through the efficient; effective and economical utilization of resources by the service delivery area(s); Coordinate and manage a Poverty Alleviation, Sustainable Livelihoods and Community Mobilization service delivery area(s) to ensure that an efficient and effective community development services is delivered through the proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources; Keep up to date with new developments in the Poverty Alleviation, Sustainable Livelihoods and Community Mobilization and Management fields to enhance service delivery; Plan and ensure that research on Poverty Alleviation, Sustainable Livelihood and Community Mobilization is undertaken. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr BAS Kali Tel No: (033) 395 9653 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER: CRIME PREVENTION AND SUPPORT REF NO: DSD24/03/2019ILEMB 
SALARY : Grade 1-2: R384 228 – R714 795 per annum 
CENTRE : ILembe District 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work; Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; A minimum of 7 years’ appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with SACSSP. A Valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Public Service Act and Regulations; Batho-Pele principles; Understanding of human behaviour and social systems; The ability and competence to assist; develop; advocate for; and empower individuals; families; groups; organizations and communities to enhance their functioning and their problem solving capabilities; The ability to promote; restore; maintain; advocate for; and enhance the functioning of individuals; families; groups; and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks; prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; The understanding and ability to provide social services towards protecting people who are vulnerable; at risk and unable to protect themselves; The ability to mentor and coach Social Workers; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communication (written and verbal); Listening; Interpersonal; Computer Literacy; Research; Problem solving; Report writing; Time management; Presentation; Facilitation; Counselling; Numeracy; Language and Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Render a social service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and Social Welfare fields of probation services and perform all the administrative functions require of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms AD Adams Tel No: (031) 336 8818 98 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER: OLDER PERSONS: UMKHANYAKUDE DISTRICT REF NO: DSD25/03/2019UMKH 
SALARY : Grade 1-2: R384 228 – R714 795 per annum 
CENTRE : uMkhanyakude District 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work; Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; A minimum of 7 years’ appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with SACSSP. A Valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Public Service Act and Regulations; Batho-Pele principles; Understanding of human behaviour and social systems; The ability and competence to assist; develop; advocate for; and empower individuals; families; groups; organizations and communities to enhance their functioning and their problem solving capabilities; The ability to promote; restore; maintain; advocate for; and enhance the functioning of individuals; families; groups; and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks; prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; The understanding and ability to provide social services towards protecting people who are vulnerable; at risk and unable to protect themselves; The ability to mentor and coach Social Workers; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communication (written and verbal); Listening; Interpersonal; Computer Literacy; Research; Problem solving; Report writing; Time management; Presentation; Facilitation; Counselling; Numeracy; Language and Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Render a social service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes; Keep up to date with new development in the social work and Social Welfare fields of probation services and Perform all the administrative functions as required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms NV Gumede Tel No: (035) 571 1000 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR (X17 POSTS) 
SALARY : Grade 1-2: R384 228 – R714 795 per annum 
CENTRE : UMzimkhulu Service Office Ref No: DSD26/03/2019UMZ (X5 Posts) 
Port Shepstone Service Office Ref No: DSD27/03/2019PORT (X2 Posts) 
Umlazi Service Office Ref No: DSD28/03/2019UMLAZ (X2 Posts) 
Obuka Service Office Ref No: DSD29/03/2019OBUK (X2 Posts) 
Mbabazane Service Office Ref No: DSD30/03/2019MBAB 
KwaMashu Service Office Ref No: DSD31/03/2019KWAM (X4 Posts) 
Mahlabathini Service Office Ref No: DSD32/03/2019MAHL 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work; Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; Proof of current registration with South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker; A valid driver’s licence; A minimum of 7 years’ recognizable experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with SACSSP. Knowledge: Public Service Act and Regulations; Batho-Pele principles; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems; The ability and competence to assist; develop; advocate for; and empower individuals; families; groups; organizations and communities to enhance their functioning and their problem solving capabilities; The ability to promote; restore; maintain; advocate for; and enhance the functioning of individuals; families; groups; and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks; prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; The understanding and ability to provide social services towards protecting people who are vulnerable; at risk and unable to protect themselves; The ability to mentor and coach Social Workers Grade 1; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communication (written and verbal); Listening; Interpersonal; Computer Literacy; Research; Problem solving; Report writing; Time management; Presentation; Facilitation; Counselling; Numeracy; Language and Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure that social work service with regard to care; support; protection and development of vulnerable individuals; groups; families and communities through the relevant programmes is rendered; Supervise and advise Social Workers; Social Auxiliary Workers and Student Social Workers to ensure an effective social work service; Keep up to date with the new developments in the social work field; Supervise all administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr MN Njomi (UMzimkhulu Service Office) Tel No: (079) 494 8856 
Ms TS Sonjica (Port Shepstone Service Office) Tel No: (039) 682 4486 
Ms SP Tantsi (Umlazi Service Office) Tel No: (031) 918 8800 
Mr ND Mchunu (Obuka Service Office) Tel No: (035) 797 1004 
Ms NPD Hlatshwayo (Mbabazane Service Office) Tel No: (036) 634 6656 
Ms MN Myeni (KwaMashu Service Office) Tel No: (031) 5303110 
Mrs BT Mbuyazi (Mahlabathini Service Office) Tel No: (035) 873 8200 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (X8 POSTS) 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Harry Gwala Ref No: DSD33/03/2019HARRY 
UGu Ref No: DSD34/03/2019UGU 
EThekwini South Ref No: DSD35/03/2019ETHSD 
ILembe Ref No: DSD36/03/2019ILEMB 
UMkhanyakude Ref No: DSD37/03/2019UMKHA 
King Cetshwayo Ref No: DSD38/03/2019KING 
UMzinyathi; Amajuba Ref No: DSD40/03/2019AMAJ 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration/Management/Business Administration; A minimum of 3-5 years’ administrative experience in Human Resource. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Public Service Act and Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Skills Development Act; Treasury Regulations; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Public Finance Management Act; Employee Performance Management and Development System; Service Delivery Frameworks; Occupational Health and Safety Act and Collective Agreements. Skills: Communication; Language; Listening; Organising; Report writing; Computer literacy; Interpersonal relations; Problem solving; Time management; Project management; Presentation; Negotiating; Financial management, Driving and PERSAL. 
 
DUTIES : Provide human resource administration services; Administer the provisioning of human resource development; administer labour relations services; administer employee wellness programmes; Administer PERSAL support services; Provide advice; guidance and inputs to policies; Manage the resources of the District. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms TW Gazu (Harry Gwala District) Tel No: (033) 264 2198 
Mr S Govender (UGu District) Tel No: (033) 264 7907 
Ms TN Ndlovu (EThekwini South District) Tel No: (031) 336 8705 
Ms R Singh (ILembe District) Tel No: (031) 336 8718 
Mr NH Siyaya (UMkhanyakude District) Tel No: (035) 571 1000 
Ms NS Mbokazi (King Cetshwayo) Tel No: (035) 787 0008 
Mr CM Ndaba (UMzinyathi District) Tel No: (034) 212 4860 
Mr TM Nguse (Amajuba District) Tel No: (017) 735 3822 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING: (X8 POSTS) 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Harry Gwala Ref No: DSD41/03/2019HARRY 
UGu Ref No: DSD42/03/2019UGU 
EThekwini South Ref No: DSD43/03/2019ETHS 
ILembe Ref No: DSD44/03/2019ILEM 
UMkhanyakude Ref No: DSD45/03/2019UMK 
King Cetshwayo Ref No: DSD46/03/2019KING 
UMzinyathi Ref No: DSD47/03/2019UMZ 
Amajuba Districts Ref No: DSD48/03/2019AMAJ 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management/ Accounting; A minimum of 3-5 years’ administrative experience in Financial Management. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations; Basic Accounting System (BAS); National and Provincial Treasury Practice Notes; Labour Relations Act; PERSAL; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Language; Listening; Computer literacy; Presentation; Interpersonal; Driving; Report Writing; Problem solving; Analytical thinking; Communications; Financial Management; Time Management; Numeracy. 
 
DUTIES : Administer the provision of financial accounting; Administer management accounting; Manage payment of subsidies to Welfare Organizations; Manage Physical Facilities in the District; Provide advice, guidance and inputs to policies; Manage resources of the Division. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr AA Peters (Harry Gwala and UGu Districts) Tel No: (033) 264 7907 
Ms TN Ndlovu (EThekwini South District) Tel No: (031) 336 8705 
Ms R Singh (ILembe District) Tel No: (031) 336 8718 
Mr NH Siyaya (UMkhanyakude District) Tel No: (035) 571 1000 
Ms NS Mbokazi (King Cetshwayo) Tel No: (035) 787 0008 
Mr PP Ndaba (UMzinyathi and Amajuba Districts) Tel No: (036) 635 6609 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL REPORTING AND INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: DSD49/03/2019HO (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Management Accounting, Finance/Auditing. A Minimum of 3-5 years’ administrative experience in Finance/ Auditing/Management Accounting. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Basic Accounting System; Service Delivery Frameworks; Government Financial Processes; National Treasury Practice Notes; Provincial Treasury Practice Notes; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communication; Planning; Team development; Decision making; Problem solving; Report Writing and General (Academic) writing; Financial management; Budgeting systems; Analytical; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Administer the compilation of Annual Financial Statements and Interim Financial Statements; Administer the submission of Annual Financial Statements to the Auditors-General and Provincial Treasury; Administer the formulation of creative solutions to enhance appropriate record management, credible information and monitor reporting frameworks and timelines; Provide advice, guidance and input to policies; Manage resources of the Sub-Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr BS Ndaba Tel No: (033) 264 5412

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MOVABLE ASSETS REF NO: DSD50/03/2019HO 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management/Financial Management/ Public Management/ Administration. A valid driver’s licence. A minimum of 3-5 years’ Administrative experience in Asset Management Environment. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; HardCat System; Basic Accounting System; Supply Chain Management Framework Act; Assets Management Framework Act; Human Resource Management Policies; GAAP and GRAP; Microsoft Application and relevant Practice Notes; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communication; Computer Literacy; Interpersonal relations; Problem solving; Financial Management; Presentation; Analytical thinking; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Administer the asset register; manage the HardCat System; Ensure management and verification of assets on annual base; Establish proper control mechanisms for all departmental assets; manage the disposal of movable assets; Provide advice and guidance and input to policy; Manage resource of the Division. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms W Mkondweni Tel No: (033) 264 2039 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING AND DELIVERY REF NO: DSD51/03/2019HO 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Architecture. A minimum of 3-5 years’ Administrative experience in Infrastructure Planning and Delivery. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Planning and Management of construction of physical facilities; Land Regulation and SA Development Trust; National Building Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Policies with regard to physical facilities. Skills: Communication; Writing; Decision making; Analytical and innovative thinking; Computer literacy; Interpersonal relations and networking; Problem solving; Financial Management; Time Management; Project Management; Planning and Organizing; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Administer compliance, quality and physical progress for all infrastructure projects and compile reports; Provide efficient consolidation of infrastructure delivery processes; Provide technical advice and support on infrastructure projects; Implement and maintain norms and standards for departmental facilities; Undertake short and long term project planning; Provide advice, guidance and input to policies; Management resources of the Division. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr HB Ngwane Tel No: (033) 348 5590 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR REF NO: OBUKA SERVICE OFFICE DSD52/03/2019OBUK (KING CETSHWAYO DISTRICT) 
SALARY : Grade 1-2: R363 801 – R516 375 per annum 
CENTRE : Obuka Service Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development/Development Studies; A minimum of 7 years’ experience in Community Development field/ arena; A valid driver’s licence; Knowledge: Public Service Act and Regulations; Batho Pele principles; Understanding of human behaviour and social system and legislation to assist with interventions at the point where people interact with their environments in order to promote self- empowerments; Ability and competence to coordinate community development structures; Understanding of social dynamics of communities; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Planning and organizing; Communication (verbal and written); Financial Management; interpersonal; presentation; monitoring and evaluation; people management; project management; Research and report writing; problem solving; Computer literacy; numeracy; language and driving. 
 
DUTIES : 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 departments/provinces; NGO’s local community structures and faith based organizations to facilitate intersectional collaboration; integrated planning and the 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 : Mr ND Mchunu (Obuka Service Office) Tel No: 035 797 1004 
 
 
 
 
CORPORATE SUPPORT OFFICER (X9 POSTS) 
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SALARY : R316 791 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Vulamehlo Service Office Ref No: DSD54/03/2019VULA (UGu District) 
Hlanganani Service Office Ref No: DSD55/03/2019HHLANGA 
Umzinto Service Office Ref No: DSD56/03/2019UMZI 
Ugu District Mandeni Service Office Ref No: DSD57/03/2019MAND 
ILembe District Nongoma Service Office Ref No: DSD58/03/2019NONG 
Zululand District Mondlo Service Office Ref No: DSD59/03/2019MOND 
Zululand District Kwabadala Centre for the Residential Care of Old Persons Ref No: DSD60/03/2019KWAB 
King Cetshwayo District); Bergville Service Office Ref No: DSD61/03/2019BERG 
UThukela District); Madadeni Service Office Ref No: DSD62/03/2019MADAD (Amajuba District) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration/ Management; A valid driver’s licence; 3–5 year’s Administrative experience at a supervisory level. Knowledge: Pubic Service Act and Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Employee Performance Management and Development System; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Supply Chain Management Practices and procedures; Service delivery frameworks; Occupational Health and Safety; Labour Relations Act; Batho-Pele Principles; Road Traffic Act; Archives Act. Skills: Interpersonal; Networking; Problem solving; Driving; Time management; Communication; Financial management; Decision making; Report writing; Numeracy; Computer literacy; Language. 
 
DUTIES : Provide human resource management services; Monitor financial services of the Service Office/Facility; Provide fleet management services; Provide registry services; Provide personnel supervision. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr ST Mphuthi (Vulamehlo Service Office) Tel No: (039) 682 4486 
Ms MNN Mlambo (Hlanganani Service Office) Tel No: (039) 832 0017 
Ms NH Mkhize (Umzinto Service Office) Tel No: (039) 9741108 
Ms HZ Ndlamini (Mandeni Service Office) Tel No: (032) 454 1219 
Ms HJ Mthembu (Nongoma Service Office) Tel No: (035) 831 3300 
Ms HPT Ndlozi (Mondlo Service Office) Tel No: (034) 933 0855 
Ms PZ Mashazi (Kwabadala Centre for the Residential Care of Old Persons) Tel No: (035) 833 8012 
Ms NNN Hadebe (Bergville Service Office) Tel No: (036) 448 1363 
Ms NM Kubheka (Madadeni Service Office) Tel No: (034) 314 3085 
 
 
 
 
IT SPECIALIST: AMAJUBA, UMKHANYAKUDE, ZULULAND AND ILEMBE DISTRICTS (X4 POSTS) 
SALARY : R257 508 per annum. (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Amajuba Ref No: DSD63/03/2019AMAJ 
UMkhanyakude, Ref No: DSD64/03/2019UMKH 
Zululand Ref No: DSD65/03/2019ZULU, 
ILembe Districts Ref No: DSD66/03/2019ILEMB 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology/ Computer Science/ Certified Novel Engineer/Microsoft Certified System Engineer; 2-3 years’ experience in Information Technology field. A Valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution for the Republic of South Africa; Public Sector; Public Service Regulations; Computer hardware and software; Operating systems and related topics; Network connectivity devices; fault logging system; Departmental objectives; Service delivery framework; Service level agreement; Departmental business processes; Policy analysis. Skills: Communication; Project Management; Problem solving; Decision making; Planning; Organizing; Interpersonal relations; Language; Numeracy; Computer; Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Provide networking, server and desktop support services; Provide End-Users support (including fault resolution); Install and maintain software and hardware; Facilitate access to management information system; Monitor help desk services. 
 
ENQUIRIE : Mr TM Nguse (Amajuba District) Tel No: (017) 735 3822 
Mr NH Siyaya (UMkhanyakude District) Tel No: (035) 571 1000 
Ms FN Ntombela (Zululand District) Tel No: (035) 874 8504 
Ms R Singh (ILembe District) Tel No: (031) 336 8718 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT (X4 POSTS) 
SALARY : R257 508 per annum. (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
Security Management Ref No: DSD68/03/2019SECM 
Strategy and Planning Ref No: DSD69//03/2019STRAT 
Financial Accounting Ref No: DSD70/03/2019FIN 
Ilembe District Ref No: DSD71/03/2019ILEMB 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management/ Management Assistant/Public Administration/Management; A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in rendering a support service to senior management. Knowledge: Knowledge on the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Basic knowledge on financial administration. Skills: Language; Good telephone etiquette; Computer literacy; Sound organizational; written communication; Numeracy. 
 
DUTIES : Provide secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director; Provide administrative support services; Provide support to the Director regarding meetings; Support the Director with the administration of the Directors budget; Study the relevant Public Service and Departmental prescripts/ policies and other documents. 
 
ENQUIRIES : SP Sishi (Security Management Service) Tel No: (033) 348 5583 
Mr PR Madela (Strategy and Planning) Tel No: (033) 264 5411 
Ms NM Mawanga (Financial Accounting) Tel No: (033) 264 5434 
Ms SM Sikhakhane (ILembe District) Tel No: (031) 336 8818 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: STRATEGIC PLANNING AND ANALYSIS REF NO: DSD72/03/2019HO 
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Public Management/Administration 3- 5 years’ administrative experience in the field of strategic planning and management. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Constitution; Public Service Act and Regulations; Government- Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System; Policy analysis and development; Labour Relations Act; Public Financial Management Act; Organization behaviour analysis; Strategic business management. Skills: Communication; Organization; planning; Computer literacy; Analytical thinking; Interpersonal relations; Facilitation; presentation and Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Provide assistance in the development of strategic planning services; Provide input in the compilation of Operational Plans; coordinate the compilation of Department’s report and compilation of Departmental Project Plans; Administer the development and reviewing of the Departmental Annual Performance plan: Provide secretariat services at Committee meetings. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr PR Madela Tel No: (033) 264 5411 
 
 
 
 
PROFESSIONAL NURSE: KHANYANI CYCC REF NO: DSD73/03/2019KHANY (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : Grade 1-3: R256 905- R485 475 per annum 
CENTRE : Khanyani CYCC 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing; Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse; Proof of Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act and Regulations; Nursing care process and procedures; Nursing Statutes; and other relevant legal frameworks; Nursing Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Patients’ right Charter; Batho-Pele principles; Disciplinary Code and Procedure; Grievance Procedure; etc.; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Communication; Interpersonal relations; Report writing; Facilitation; Presentation; Problem solving; Analytical thinking; Self-disciplined; Organizing; Computer Literacy; Numeracy; Language. 
 
DUTIES : Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical/quality patient care); Implement standards; practices; criteria and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practices); Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the Law and Regulations relevant to nursing and health care; Maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders; Utilize human; material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr TM Nguse (Khanyani CYCC) Tel No: (017) 735 3822 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER (X6 POSTS) 
SALARY : Grade 1-3: R217 659- R432 459 per annum 
CENTRE : Phoenix Service Office Ref No: DSD74/03/2019PHOEN (EThekwini North District) 
Umlazi Service Office Ref No: DSD75/03/2019UMLAZ (EThekwini South District) (3 Posts) 
Ndwedwe Service Office Ref No: DSD76/03/2019NDWE (ILembe District) 
Melmoth Service Office Ref No: DSD77/03/2019MEL (King Cetshwayo District) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development/ Development Studies; A Valid Driver’s licence. Knowledge: Public Service Act and Regulations; Batho-Pele principles; Understanding of human behaviour and social system and legislation to assist with interventions at the point where people interact with their environments in order to promote self-empowerments; Knowledge of community development work; skills; attitudes and values of communities; Ability and competence to coordinate community development structures and ability to manage projects; Ability to influence individuals and group to participate in their own self- empowerment; Understanding of social dynamics of communities; Employee Performance Management and Development System. Skills: Computer literacy; Planning and organizing; Communication (verbal and written); Financial Management; Interpersonal; Presentation and facilitation; Monitoring and Evaluation; Project Management; Research; Report writing; Problem solving; Numeracy; Language and Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Identify and facilitate the implementation of integrated community development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders; Liaise and co-ordinate with all relevant role players; internal and external (in Departments/ Provinces, NGO’S, local community structures and faith based organizations) to facilitate collaboration and to establish partnerships to ensure the sustainability of development actions within the community; Support communities and 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. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Moodley (Phoenix Service Office) Tel No: (031) 507 8827 
Ms SP Tantsi (Umlazi Service Office) Tel No: (031) 918 8800 
Ms XM Shange (Ndwedwe Service Office) Tel No: (032) 533 5021 
Ms S Ngcobo (Melmoth Service Office) Tel No: (035) 450 8700