WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

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SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION AND COORDINATION (WORCESTER) REF NO: DSD 75/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R920 082 – R1 052016 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R1 094 508 – R1289 274 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP), Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; Minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Work); Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Work profession; Social Welfare and Community Development legislation related to children; Social Welfare and Community Development theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics. Skills in the following: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psychosocial intervention; Conflict management; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide a Social Welfare and Community Development service of the highest, most advanced and specialised nature within a defined area(s) of specialisation with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes in partnership with stakeholders; Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Facilitate the development and planning of programmes and interventions to render asocial welfare and community development service through the efficient, economical and effective utilisation of financial resources; Management of service delivery area(s) (unit(s)) to ensure that an efficient and effective social welfare and community development service is delivered through the efficient and effective utilization of human resources; Plan and ensure that social welfare and community development research are undertaken; Undertake complex social welfare and community development research; Perform and / or ensure that all the administrative function required in the service delivery area(s) are performed; Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Welfare and Community Development field; Supervise all the administrative functions required in the service delivery area(s) and undertake the higher level administrative functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Reenen Tel No: (021) 483 3996 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORK POLICY MANAGER: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DSD 78/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R920 082 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal Tertiary Qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; Minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable 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; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Work); People Management; Supervision Framework for Social Work profession; Social Welfare and Community Development legislation related to programs; Social Welfare and Community Development theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics. Skills in the following: Organising and planning; Project planning; Networking; Psycho social intervention; Communication and language; People management practices; Conflict management; Interpersonal; Ability to compile complex reports (Report-writing); Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Problem solving and analytical; Client orientation and customer focus; Professional counselling; Policy Analysis and development; Financial management; Monitoring and evaluation skills 
 
DUTIES : Develop and facilitate the development of policies for rendering a social work service in departments; Uniform Funding Cycle (UFC) Process; Suspending of UFC funding; Manage the following: Quality assurance and/monitoring framework processes of funded and / or unfunded NPO’s (inclusive of cluster foster care schemes);The monitoring of service activation in relation to a victim of crime as per relevant legislation; the registration process of facilities in terms of the relevant legislation. Appeal process: Provide information to the director and the chief director; Information Management System; Stakeholder Management / Relationship Management (International /National / Provincial / Local /Regional); Manage a social work policy and/or M&E unit to ensure that the required legislation policies and procedures are developed through the efficient and effective utilization of human resources; Keep up to date with new developments in the social welfare-, and community development management fields; Plan and ensure that social work policy research and development are undertaken; Undertake complex social work research; Supervise all administrative functions required in the program/unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Reenen Tel No: (021) 483 3996
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR: SERVICE DELIVERY TEAM (PHILLIPI) REF NO: DSD 79/2024 
SALARY : R452 667 - R532 113 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP; Registration with the SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 7 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSS. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following : Job related knowledge; Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Social Work legislation related to children; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics Skills in the following: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psychosocial intervention; Communication and language; People management practices; Interpersonal; Report-writing; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Problem solving and analytical; Client orientation and customer focus. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure that a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes is rendered; Attend to any other matters that could result in or stem from social instability in any form; Supervise employees: Supervise and advise social workers, social auxiliary workers and volunteers to ensure an effective social work service; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field; Supervise all administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Magadla Tel No: (021) 763 6209 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES REF NO: DSD 74/2024(X2 POSTS AVAILABLE IN BREEDE VALLEY AND BREEDE RIVER WINELANDS) 
SALARY : Grade 1: R308 247 - R362 439 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
Grade 2: R376 416 – R436 014 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
Grade 3: R452 667 – R532 113 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
Grade 4: R554 919 – R687 918 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well being;Social Work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem solving capabilities; The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Proven computer literacy; Report writing skills Self; Management skills; Good planning and organisational skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Client orientation and customer focus; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves.
 
DUTIES : Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes(casework, group work and community work); Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form; Supervise and support social auxiliary workers; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all administrative functions required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Mtlaka Tel No: (021) 872 7818 
 
 
 
 

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SOCIAL WORKER: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES (VARIOUS POSTS AVAILABLE IN KRAAIFONTEIN, EERSTE RIVER AND KHAYELITSHA) REF NO: DSD 77/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R308 247 - R362 439 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R376 416 – R436 014 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 3: R452 667 – R532 113 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 4: R554 919 – R687 918 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well being;Social Work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem solving capabilities; The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Proven computer literacy; Report writing skills Self; Management skills; Good planning and organisational skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Client orientation and customer focus; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. 
 
DUTIES : Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes(casework, group work and community work); Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form; Supervise and support social auxiliary workers; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all administrative functions required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Q Arendse Tel No: (021) 7636206 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES (CEDERBERG) REF NO: DSD 80/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R308 247 - R362 439 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
Grade 2: R376 416 – R436 014 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
Grade 3: R452 667 – R532 113 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
Grade 4: R554 919 – R687 918 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social wellbeing; Social Work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem solving capabilities; The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Proven computer literacy; Report writing skills Self; Management skills; Good planning and organisational skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Client orientation and customer focus; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. 
 
DUTIES : Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes(casework, group work and community work); Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form; Supervise and support social auxiliary workers; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all administrative functions required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Loliwe Tel No: (022) 713 2272

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CHILD AND YOUTH CARE SUPERVISOR: FACILITY MANAGEMENT (VARIOUS POSTS AVAILABLE IN HORIZON, LINDELANI, OUTENIEKWA AND KRAAIFONTEIN) REF NO: DSD 82/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R242 211 – R275 712 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R285 921 – R321 741 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after obtaining the required qualification; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Minimum standards; Performance Management Systems; Child Care Act, policies, legislation, Batho Pele Principles and administrative procedures; New developments and methodologies in Child and Youth Care Work; Proven computer literacy in MSOffice; Basic research and analytical skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Work effectively with Social Workers and members of multi- sectoral teams in social service delivery. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate and supervise the caring for and life space interventions of children and young people will entail the following: Build a positive relationship with residents; Create a caring and stimulating environment for residents; Monitor the implementation of the daily structured programmes; Form part of a multi-disciplinary team; Ensure that the recommended developmental and recreational programmes are implemented by providing continuous support, guidance and advice to sub-ordinates; Monitor and participate in the evaluation of the recommended developmental and recreational programmes; Ensure reporting on progress with developmental and recreational programmes; Participate in the identification of incidents; Continuous professional development; Supervise and perform clerical/administration functions 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr F Hendricks Tel No: (021) 9881138
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE TEAM LEADER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (VARIOUS POSTS AVAILABLE IN BONNYTOUN, LINDELANI, HORIZON, VREDELUS AND ROAR) REF NO: DSD 83/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R193 125 – R218 673 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R227 628 – R267 624 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 7 years appropriate experience in child and youth care work after obtaining the required qualification; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Registration as a auxiliary or above Child and Youth Care Practitioner. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes and interventions; Clerical/administrative procedures; Rules and procedures of the Care Centre; Professional norms and standards; Professional ethics; Skills in the following: Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Ability to intervene and resolve conflict; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation; Planning and organising; Work effectively with social workers and members of multi-sectoral teams in social service delivery. 
 
DUTIES : Serve as a team leader for child and youth care workers during a shifts; Oversee the following: Admission and related activities of residents to the facility; Access of residents to medical services; Implementation of planned developmental, recreational and therapeutic programmes; Basic life space work; Continuous supervision; Facilitate handover of shifts; Undertake inspections during shifts and report on incidents and problems identified; Perform administrative work relevant to the job; Oversee the completion of daily registers e.g. log books, medication registers, incident reports etc.; Ensure that attendance registers are signed and kept up to date; Perform all the clerical functions required; Render care services to residents; Continuous professional development. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Benting Tel No: (021) 9310236 
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (POSTS AVAILABLE AT VARIOUS FACILITIES) REF NO: DSD 84/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R174 711 – R196 020 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R203 964 – R231 042 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Experience: Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after having obtained the required qualification. Recommendation: Relevant qualification that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP); Registration with the SACSSP as a registered Child and Youth Care Worker. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes; Clerical/ Administrative processes and procedures; Rules and procedures of the care centre; Planning and organising skills; Ability to intervene and resolve conflict; Problem solving skills; Planning and organising skills; Conduct him/herself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Have the ability to work with children in conflict with the law. 
 
DUTIES : Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission; This would include the following actions: Engagement; Assessment /Plan of Action; Implementation of Developmental and Recreational Programs; Monitor and evaluation of developmental and recreational programs; Referral of professional services (e.g. appointment register, observation book, occurrence book); Enhance participation of the learners at the Facility in sport, recreation, arts and culture programmes and services; Continuous Professional Development; Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Smith Tel No: (044) 803 7508 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REF NO: DSD 85/2024 
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (B-degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and Evaluation systems; Applicable legislation; Norms and standards; Information management; Public administration; Skills needed: Decision making; Problem-solving; Planning and organising; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Assist with the development of monitoring and review systems; Conduct Financial and Governance assessments for existing and new NPO’s; Monitor and review services rendered by the NPO in line with the Provincial /National policy frameworks; Administration of the Non-Financial Data (NFD) process. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Momoza Tel No: (021) 483 4015 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (FUNDING): CHILDREN AND FAMILIES REF NO: DSD 81/2024 
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (B-degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year administrative experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA, No 1 of 1999); Treasury Prescripts; Financial Delegations; NPO Act; Policy on Financial Awards; Guidelines for the Implementation of the Policy on Financial Awards; Ability to do the following: Motivate own ideas and approaches; Break down problems into manageable parts and identify solutions; Listen well and be receptive to the ideas of others; Manage conflict; Speak in public and make presentation to large or small groups; Proven computer literacy; Supervision/Management of staff; The following skills: Budgeting, leadership, liaising and decision making; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Verification of prescribed documents for payment; Check Transfer Payment Agreements (TPA’s) for correctness against approved funding submission; Verify and monitor compliance (TPA and business plan) and identify non-compliance with prescribed policy/ legislation and funding conditions; Receive and distribute activation sheet and confirm receipt of any outstanding documents with the programmes/NPO’s; Business Plans: Verify the verification of the contents of the business plan and supporting documents attached to NPO business plans (In accordance with the call for proposals); Render a support function to Programme Offices; Alert programmes in terms of non-compliance issues; Motivate, train and guide staff within the component, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr TK Kwakwini Tel No: (021) 483 4115 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS REF NO: DSD 76/2024 
SALARY : R216 417 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: Relevant experience. Competencies: Good understanding of the following; Clerical duties and capturing dater; Skills needed: Literacy and numeracy; Presentation; Decision –making; Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal); Interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Planning and organising. 
 
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support; Provide financial administration support services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Arnolds Tel No: (021) 483 4994