WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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SOCIAL WORK POLICY DEVELOPER: SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, REF NO. DSD 08/2026 
SALARY : Grade 1: R453 201 – R514 470 per annum 
Grade 2: R535 035 – R725 754 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; A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy Analysis and development; Community development; Legislation of local government; Integrated Development Planning; Legislation, policies and procedures governing Non-Profit Organisations (NPO); Management of, as well as types of programmes relevant to NPOs. Skills needed: Mentoring and training; Facilitation; Project Management; Planning and organizing; Networking; Communication (written and verbal); Professional counselling; Financial management; Presentation; Monitoring and evaluation; Inter-sectoral collaboration and partnership; Intergovernmental relations; Ability to compile complex reports; Contract Management. 
 
DUTIES : Develop, implement and maintain social work policies; Uniform Funding Cycle (UFC) - NPO Funding Process; Monitor and evaluate NPOs compliance against signed Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) and compliance against Legislative, Programme Specific Norms and Standards/Regulatory frameworks; Rapid response following complaint/enquiries about NPOs, or a concern raised by a programme, regions, executive authority or head of department; Registration of facilities in terms of the relevant legislation; Monitoring of Programme Specific services as per relevant legislation; Stakeholder management / Relationship management (international, national, provincial, local and regional); Training/ Capacity Building on existing legislation and policy framework guiding service delivery; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field; Administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Momoza at Tel No: (021) 483 4236 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CLERK: ASSET MANAGEMENT, REF NO. DSD 07/2026 
SALARY : R228 321 - R268 950 per annum (Level 5) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Work procedures in terms of the working environment. Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Planning and organisation; Proven computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Render asset management clerical support; Render demand and acquisition clerical support; Render a budget support service. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Martin at Tel No: (021) 483 6004 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SERVICES TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, REF NO. DSD 09/2026 
SALARY : R228 321- R268 950 per annum (Level 5) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Relevant experience; Relevant job knowledge; Skills needed: Literacy; Numeracy; Presentation; Decision–making; Computer literacy; Interpersonal Skills; Flexibility; Planning and organising; Written and verbal communication. 
 
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Momoza at Tel No: (021) 483 4015 
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