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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
CLOSING DATE : 31 July 2020
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated candidate will also be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS.
The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
CHIEF DIRECTOR: SERVICE DELIVERY MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION REF NO: DSD 50/2020
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14). (All-inclusive salary package) Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years’ relevant senior managerial level experience in a Social Welfare environment. Recommendations: A valid driving licence; High level in-house advisor experience. Competencies: Advanced knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration; Knowledge of the following: Modern trends and future developments in the Social Sector; How to manage the implementation and quality of developmental social welfare and community development interventions within regions; Providing a mechanism for members of the public to provide feedback and complaints regarding the departments service delivery and other related matters; Intergovernmental and international relations; People Management processes and practices; Employee Relations; Financial Management; Project Management; Strategic capability and visionary leadership skills; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Sound Financial Management skills; Change Management skills; Programme and Project Management skills; Service Delivery Innovation.
DUTIES : Ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the Programmes for children and families within the regions; Ensure the effective and efficient implementation of Special Programmes (i.e. Substance abuse, prevention and rehabilitation, services, care and support services to the older persons and Services to persons with disabilities) within the regions; Oversee the implementation and management of the following services within the regions; Ensure the effective and efficient management of the implementation of Social Crime Prevention Programmes and Community Development programmes within the regions; Ensure business planning, information and stakeholder management within the regions; Strategic Management; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr R Macdonald at Tel No: (021) 483 3083
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
CHIEF DIRECTOR: SOCIAL WELFARE AND RESTORATIVE SERVICES REF NO: DSD 53/2020
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14). (All-inclusive salary package Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years’ relevant senior managerial level experience in a Children and Families Service environment; A valid driving licence. Recommendations: High level in-house advisor experience. Competencies: Knowledge of modern trends and future development in the Social Sector; Advance knowledge of the following: Formulating and managing facilities and quality assurance programme; Formulating and managing the restorative and special programmes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Knowledge of the following: Assessment systems; Management principles; Public Service procedures; People Management processes; Employee relations; Financial Management; Project Management; Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong Leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Sound Budgeting skills; Excellent communication (including report writing, facilitation and presentation skills); Strong organisational skills; Strategic thinking and planning skills.
DUTIES : Formulate and manage the restorative programme, namely victim empowerment, crime prevention and support and substance abuse programmes; Formulate and manage special programmes, namely disability, and older people’s programmes; Manage, quality assure and monitor all facilities across various programmes, outsourced child and youth care centres; Strategic Management; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr R Macdonald at Tel No: (021) 483 3083
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
CHIEF DIRECTOR: SERVICE DELIVERY MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION REF NO: DSD 50/2020
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14). (All-inclusive salary package) Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years’ relevant senior managerial level experience in a Social Welfare environment. Recommendations: A valid driving licence; High level in-house advisor experience. Competencies: Advanced knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration; Knowledge of the following: Modern trends and future developments in the Social Sector; How to manage the implementation and quality of developmental social welfare and community development interventions within regions; Providing a mechanism for members of the public to provide feedback and complaints regarding the departments service delivery and other related matters; Intergovernmental and international relations; People Management processes and practices; Employee Relations; Financial Management; Project Management; Strategic capability and visionary leadership skills; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Sound Financial Management skills; Change Management skills; Programme and Project Management skills; Service Delivery Innovation.
DUTIES : Ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the Programmes for children and families within the regions; Ensure the effective and efficient implementation of Special Programmes (i.e. Substance abuse, prevention and rehabilitation, services, care and support services to the older persons and Services to persons with disabilities) within the regions; Oversee the implementation and management of the following services within the regions; Ensure the effective and efficient management of the implementation of Social Crime Prevention Programmes and Community Development programmes within the regions; Ensure business planning, information and stakeholder management within the regions; Strategic Management; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr R Macdonald at Tel No: (021) 483 3083
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
CHIEF DIRECTOR: SOCIAL WELFARE AND RESTORATIVE SERVICES REF NO: DSD 53/2020
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14). (All-inclusive salary package Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years’ relevant senior managerial level experience in a Children and Families Service environment; A valid driving licence. Recommendations: High level in-house advisor experience. Competencies: Knowledge of modern trends and future development in the Social Sector; Advance knowledge of the following: Formulating and managing facilities and quality assurance programme; Formulating and managing the restorative and special programmes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Knowledge of the following: Assessment systems; Management principles; Public Service procedures; People Management processes; Employee relations; Financial Management; Project Management; Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong Leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Sound Budgeting skills; Excellent communication (including report writing, facilitation and presentation skills); Strong organisational skills; Strategic thinking and planning skills.
DUTIES : Formulate and manage the restorative programme, namely victim empowerment, crime prevention and support and substance abuse programmes; Formulate and manage special programmes, namely disability, and older people’s programmes; Manage, quality assure and monitor all facilities across various programmes, outsourced child and youth care centres; Strategic Management; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr R Macdonald at Tel No: (021) 483 3083
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT REF NO: DSD 51/2020
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13). (All-inclusive salary package) Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years’ relevant middle-managerial level experience in a SCM environment; A valid driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Assessment Systems; Management principles; Public Service procedures; Employee relations; Financial management; People Management and Empowerment; Programme and Project Management; Change Management; Knowledge Management; Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong Leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Sound Budgeting skills; Excellent communication (including report writing, facilitation and presentation skills); Strong organisational skills; Strategic thinking and planning skills; Proven computer literacy (tech savvy); Team building and strong interpersonal skills.
DUTIES : Ensure the development and implementation of the SCM strategies, policies, systems, practices and procedures for Governance, Demand, Training and Development, Risks and Performance Management Services; Oversee the rendering of a service with regard to acquisition, contract and logistics management; Oversee the management of departmental assets; Strategic Management including change management; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr JO Smith at Tel No: (021) 483 8679
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
REGIONAL MANAGER: WEST COAST REGION REF NO: DSD 52/2020
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13). (All-inclusive salary package) Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years’ relevant middle-managerial level experience in a in the SCM environment; A valid driving licence. Recommendation: An appropriate Masters Degree. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: How to manage the implementation of developmental social welfare and community development interventions in the region; Providing a mechanism for members of the public to provide feedback and complaints regarding the regions service delivery and other related matters; Advanced knowledge of modern systems of government and administration; Extensive knowledge of the applicable or relevant policies and procedures; people management processes and practices; Intergovernmental and international relations; Employee relations; Financial management; Project Management; Sound Budgeting skills; Communication and facilitation skills (including report writing and presentation skills); Strong organisational skills; Strategic thinking and planning; Change management; Knowledge management; Service delivery innovation; Problem solving and analysis.
DUTIES : Coordinate and support the implementation of programmes within the Region (Local Offices and Service Delivery Units (SDU’s)); Oversee the management of the following: Implementation of Families and Children Programmes within the region; Special programmes within the region; Social Crime Prevention Programmes within the region; Implementation of Community Development programmes within the region; Business planning, information management and stakeholder management within the region (Local Offices and Service Delivery Units (SDU’s)); Strategic Management; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr R Macdonald at Tel No: (021) 483 3083
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co