KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

​NOTE : Applications must be forwarded to the relevant address. Applications must indicate the reference number of the post applied for and the Centre using a new Z83 form (which must be completed in a manner that allows a selection committee to assess the quality of the candidate based on the information provided in the form. It is therefore prudent that fields be completed by applicants and the form must be signed noting the importance of the declaration) which is effective from 01 January 2021 obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a detailed/comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. NB: Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the fully completed Z83 and a detailed curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the date of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The Department is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer and is committed to empowering people with disability. Appointment is subject to a positive outcome obtained from State Security on the following checks (Security Clearance, Citizenship, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records and previous employment). The employment is subject to signing of the employment contract, annual performance agreement and to disclose financial interests in accordance with relevant prescripts. Candidates will be assessed and selected in accordance with the relevant measures that apply to employment in the Public Service. 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. Regrettably due to excessive budget cuts and the nature of the position, the Department is not in a position to meet any travel and subsistence costs relating to recruitment process, or relocation and resettlement costs for successful candidate. It is regretted that due to large volumes of applications anticipated to be received, it is not possible for the Department to acknowledge receipt of the same and that only those applicants that participate in the final selection processes(interviews) will be notified of the outcome. The content of this circular must without delay be brought to the attention of all potential applicants.
Please take note that due to the large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

OTHER POST
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: POLICY COORDINATION REF NO: DSD01/02/2024 STR 
(One year contract) 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Policy Development/ Public Administration / Public Management, A valid driver’s License, 3-5 Years of junior management experience in Policy Development environment. Knowledge: Knowledge of the Constitution for the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, 2016 as amended, Government-Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System, Framework for Strategic Planning and Annual Performance Plan, Policy analysis and development, Labour Relations Act, Public Financial Management Act, Organization behavior analysis, Strategic business management and Employee Performance Management Development and System. Skills: Change Management, Strategic planning, Analytical thinking, Interpersonal relations, Facilitation, Presentation, Financial management, Project management, Conflict management and Driving. 
 
DUTIES : Develop policy development frameworks, protocols and guidelines. Provide advisory services on policy development. Coordinate policy assessments, adoptions and approvals. Monitor the development and implementation of policies. Manage resources of the Sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr PR Madela Tel No: (033) 264 5544