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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
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
CLOSING DATE : 26 May 2025
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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.
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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.
OTHER POSTS
SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: PROGRAMME IMPLEMENT AND COORDINATION (METRO NORTH) REF NO: DSD 25/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R970 686 - R1 109 877 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R1 154 706 – R1 360 185 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; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. Recommendation: A valid driving licence. 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. The following skills: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psycho social 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 a social 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 utilisation 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 0567
PSYCHOLOGIST: FACILITY POLICY AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF NO: DSD 32/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R872 709 – R957 300 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R1 014 705 – R1 124 517 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R1 174 848 – R1 381 647 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Master’s degree in clinical psychology or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa; or a minimum of1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RS qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa; or a minimum of 9 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 16 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RS qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa; or a minimum of 17 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Code of professional ethics of the HPCSA and the Professional Board for Psychology; Group dynamics (roles and stages of group development); Health Professions Act, 1974; HPCSA Code of Ethics for Professionals; HPCSA training requirements; Key elements of policies, frameworks, norms and standards on organisational performance; Maintenance of professional registration through participation in continuous professional development; Mentoring and coaching practices; Project management; Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013; Research methods / statistics (action research, quantitative and qualitative); Scope of practice for Psychologists; Statutory framework governing the broad management of the Public Service; In-service experience within clinical environment. Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Managerial; Leadership; Interpersonal; Analytical; Problem solving; Decision Making; Facilitation and Presentation; Conflict resolution; Organising; Report writing, Resilience; Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy.
DUTIES : Psychologists should have the ability to use psychological assessment to conceptualise, diagnose, plan, and monitor therapeutic processes and outcomes; Psychologists should have the ability to develop theoretical and a etiological formulations; Training and Supervision; Administration.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Jonkerman Tel No: (021) 826 6040
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR: SERVICE DELIVERY TEAMS REF NO: DSD 30/2025 (X5 POSTS AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R477 564 – R561 378 per annum, (OSD 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 SACSSP. Recommendation: A valid code B 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 needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning; Project planning; Psychosocial intervention; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation; Analytical and problem-solving; 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 the administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Van Reenen Tel No:(021) 483 9392
STATE ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION (WORCESTER) REF NO: DSD 24/2025
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Finance; A minimum of 2 years relevant financial experience. Competencies: Proven Knowledge in the following: Public Finance Management ACT (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations (NTR), OPTI, Division of Revenue Act (DORA), department instructions and delegations; Compilation of financial statement; Financial Management Systems (FMS) and PERSAL; Cash flow procedures (monthly reporting on revenue and expenditure); Budget process: Skills needed: Analytical, problem solving, report writing, communication (written and verbal), proven computer literacy (MS Office packages), numerical and mathematical.
DUTIES : Co-ordinate and check financial supporting information for planning purposes; Supervise the budget preparation process; Collection and recording revenue; Expenditure management; Develop Procurement Plan for the Region; Expenditure analysis; Acquisition management; Contract management; Process payments; Asset Management; Supervise employees.
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Heydenrych Tel No: (021) 342 6809
OTHER POSTS
SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: PROGRAMME IMPLEMENT AND COORDINATION (METRO NORTH) REF NO: DSD 25/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R970 686 - R1 109 877 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R1 154 706 – R1 360 185 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; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. Recommendation: A valid driving licence. 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. The following skills: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psycho social 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 a social 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 utilisation 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 0567
PSYCHOLOGIST: FACILITY POLICY AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF NO: DSD 32/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R872 709 – R957 300 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R1 014 705 – R1 124 517 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R1 174 848 – R1 381 647 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: Master’s degree in clinical psychology or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa; or a minimum of1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RS qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa; or a minimum of 9 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 16 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RS qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa; or a minimum of 17 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Code of professional ethics of the HPCSA and the Professional Board for Psychology; Group dynamics (roles and stages of group development); Health Professions Act, 1974; HPCSA Code of Ethics for Professionals; HPCSA training requirements; Key elements of policies, frameworks, norms and standards on organisational performance; Maintenance of professional registration through participation in continuous professional development; Mentoring and coaching practices; Project management; Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013; Research methods / statistics (action research, quantitative and qualitative); Scope of practice for Psychologists; Statutory framework governing the broad management of the Public Service; In-service experience within clinical environment. Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Managerial; Leadership; Interpersonal; Analytical; Problem solving; Decision Making; Facilitation and Presentation; Conflict resolution; Organising; Report writing, Resilience; Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy.
DUTIES : Psychologists should have the ability to use psychological assessment to conceptualise, diagnose, plan, and monitor therapeutic processes and outcomes; Psychologists should have the ability to develop theoretical and a etiological formulations; Training and Supervision; Administration.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Jonkerman Tel No: (021) 826 6040
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR: SERVICE DELIVERY TEAMS REF NO: DSD 30/2025 (X5 POSTS AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R477 564 – R561 378 per annum, (OSD 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 SACSSP. Recommendation: A valid code B 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 needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning; Project planning; Psychosocial intervention; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation; Analytical and problem-solving; 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 the administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Van Reenen Tel No:(021) 483 9392
STATE ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION (WORCESTER) REF NO: DSD 24/2025
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Finance; A minimum of 2 years relevant financial experience. Competencies: Proven Knowledge in the following: Public Finance Management ACT (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations (NTR), OPTI, Division of Revenue Act (DORA), department instructions and delegations; Compilation of financial statement; Financial Management Systems (FMS) and PERSAL; Cash flow procedures (monthly reporting on revenue and expenditure); Budget process: Skills needed: Analytical, problem solving, report writing, communication (written and verbal), proven computer literacy (MS Office packages), numerical and mathematical.
DUTIES : Co-ordinate and check financial supporting information for planning purposes; Supervise the budget preparation process; Collection and recording revenue; Expenditure management; Develop Procurement Plan for the Region; Expenditure analysis; Acquisition management; Contract management; Process payments; Asset Management; Supervise employees.
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Heydenrych Tel No: (021) 342 6809
SOCIAL WORKER: SOCIAL WORKSERVICES (MILNERTON) REF NO: DSD 26/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R325 200 – R382 374per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R397 119 – R459 996 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R477 564 – R561 378 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 4: R585 441 – R725 754 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant 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 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: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behaviour and social systems and 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; Relevant legislations, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others. Skills needed: Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self-management; Motivation; Good planning and organizing; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; 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; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Ability to mentor and coach Social Worker Grade 1.
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 (case work, groupwork 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 : Ms M Swart Tel No: (021) 763 6212
SOCIAL WORKER: OLDER PERSONS REF NO: DSD 28/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R325 200 – R382 374 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R397 119 – R459 996 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R477 564 – R561 378 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 4: R585 441 – R725 754 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant 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. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behaviour and social systems and 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; Relevant legislation, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills needed: Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self-management; Motivation; Good Planning and organising; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, communities and organisations by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively.
DUTIES : Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, communities and organisations through the relevant programmes. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Evaluate NPOs compliance against Legislative /Programme Specific and Generic Norms and Standards; Monitoring of the implementation of the Service Delivery Improvement Plan where progress is unsatisfactory; Rapid response following complaint/enquiries about NPOs, or a concern raised; Ensure compliance with registration requirements of NPO’s(regulatory frameworks);Continuous Professional Development. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all the administrative functions required of the job.
ENQUIRIES : Ms H Braaf Tel No: (021) 483 4788
PROFESSIONAL NURSE: FACILITY MANAGEMENT REF NO: DSD 33/2025 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R324 384 – R382 107 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R396 132 – R466 623 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R476 367 – R620 662 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; No experience required. Grade 2: Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 3: Basic R425qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Recommendation: Previous experience at youth facility-based nursing; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures; Nursing statutes and any other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act. Skills needed: Written and verbal communication Skills; Report writing; Facilitation; Co-ordination-, liaison- and networking; Problem solving; Information- and knowledge management; Knowledge Management; Planning and Organising; Computer literacy.
DUTIES : Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical practice/quality care to residents); Implement standards, practices, criteria and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice); Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the prescripts and regulations relevant to nursing and healthcare; Maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing MDT members and other stakeholders; Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively.
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Baugaard Tel No: (021) 826 5972
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REF NO: DSD 17/2025 (X3 POSTS AVAILABLE IN WEST COAST)
SALARY : Grade 1: R278 169 - R321 960 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R334 419 - R393 933 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R404 826 - R543 120 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: An appropriate 3-yeartertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); No experience required. Grade 2: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification. Grade 3: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Community development work, skills, attitudes and values of communities; Human behaviour and social systems and legislation to assist with interventions at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote self-empowerment; The ability and competence to co-ordinate community development structures and ability to manage projects; The ability to influence individuals and group to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; The understanding of social dynamics of communities; Skills needed: Presentation; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Facilitation; Research; Knowledge and understanding of basic Financial Management.
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 and stakeholders (e.g. in departments/provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organisations) 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 I Koen Tel No: (021) 840 3500
SOCIAL WORKER: SOCIAL WORKSERVICES (MILNERTON) REF NO: DSD 26/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R325 200 – R382 374per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R397 119 – R459 996 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R477 564 – R561 378 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 4: R585 441 – R725 754 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant 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 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: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behaviour and social systems and 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; Relevant legislations, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others. Skills needed: Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self-management; Motivation; Good planning and organizing; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; 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; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Ability to mentor and coach Social Worker Grade 1.
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 (case work, groupwork 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 : Ms M Swart Tel No: (021) 763 6212
SOCIAL WORKER: OLDER PERSONS REF NO: DSD 28/2025
SALARY : Grade 1: R325 200 – R382 374 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R397 119 – R459 996 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R477 564 – R561 378 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 4: R585 441 – R725 754 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant 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. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behaviour and social systems and 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; Relevant legislation, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills needed: Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self-management; Motivation; Good Planning and organising; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, communities and organisations by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively.
DUTIES : Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, communities and organisations through the relevant programmes. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Evaluate NPOs compliance against Legislative /Programme Specific and Generic Norms and Standards; Monitoring of the implementation of the Service Delivery Improvement Plan where progress is unsatisfactory; Rapid response following complaint/enquiries about NPOs, or a concern raised; Ensure compliance with registration requirements of NPO’s(regulatory frameworks);Continuous Professional Development. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all the administrative functions required of the job.
ENQUIRIES : Ms H Braaf Tel No: (021) 483 4788
PROFESSIONAL NURSE: FACILITY MANAGEMENT REF NO: DSD 33/2025 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R324 384 – R382 107 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R396 132 – R466 623 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R476 367 – R620 662 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; No experience required. Grade 2: Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 3: Basic R425qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Recommendation: Previous experience at youth facility-based nursing; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures; Nursing statutes and any other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act. Skills needed: Written and verbal communication Skills; Report writing; Facilitation; Co-ordination-, liaison- and networking; Problem solving; Information- and knowledge management; Knowledge Management; Planning and Organising; Computer literacy.
DUTIES : Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical practice/quality care to residents); Implement standards, practices, criteria and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice); Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the prescripts and regulations relevant to nursing and healthcare; Maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing MDT members and other stakeholders; Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively.
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Baugaard Tel No: (021) 826 5972
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REF NO: DSD 17/2025 (X3 POSTS AVAILABLE IN WEST COAST)
SALARY : Grade 1: R278 169 - R321 960 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R334 419 - R393 933 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R404 826 - R543 120 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: An appropriate 3-yeartertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); No experience required. Grade 2: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification. Grade 3: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Community development work, skills, attitudes and values of communities; Human behaviour and social systems and legislation to assist with interventions at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote self-empowerment; The ability and competence to co-ordinate community development structures and ability to manage projects; The ability to influence individuals and group to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; The understanding of social dynamics of communities; Skills needed: Presentation; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Facilitation; Research; Knowledge and understanding of basic Financial Management.
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 and stakeholders (e.g. in departments/provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organisations) 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 I Koen Tel No: (021) 840 3500
STAFF NURSE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF NO: DSD 27/2025 (X2 POSTS AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R220 614 – R250 500 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R262 287 – R298 932 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R306 798 – R382 107 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 2: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 3: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures, Nursing statutes; Nursing Act; Health Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Patient Rights Charter; Batho-Pele principles; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Disciplinary code and procedure; Grievance procedure act; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication skills; Elementary facilitation skills; Responsiveness; Ability to function as part of a team.
DUTIES : Development and implementation of basic patientcare plans: Ensure maintenance of patient hygiene; Sustain nutritional status of patients; Facilitate the mobility of patients; Facilitate the elimination processes; Provide basic clinical nursing care: Measure, interpret and record vital signs; Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment; Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures (i.e. administering of intramuscular injections);Preparation of patients for diagnostic and surgical procedures; Effective utilisation of resources: Order stock and equipment in a cost-effective manner; Report loss or damage immediately; Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development: To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the Professional Body; Seek learning opportunities, i.e.in-service training, courses.
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Baugaard Tel No: (021) 826 5972
NURSING ASSISTANT: FACILITY MANAGEMENT (SIVUYILE) REF NO: DSD 31/2025 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R174 261 – R199 254 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R203 271 – R230 694 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R239 559 – R298 932 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification, plus one-year Nursing Assistant Certificate that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC); Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes; Nursing Act; Health Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Patient Rights Charter; Batho-Pele principles; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Disciplinary code and procedure; Grievance procedure act. Skills needed: Written and verbal communication skills; Elementary facilitation and writing skills; Ability to function as part of a team and independently; Basic interpersonal skills.
DUTIES : Assist patients with the following activities: Daily living (physical care): Maintain hygiene of patient; Provide nutrition; Mobility; Elimination processes; Provide elementary clinical nursing care: Measure, interpret and record vital signs; Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment; Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures(i.e. administering of intramuscular injections);Preparation of patients for diagnostic and surgical procedures; Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development: To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the Professional Body; Seek learning opportunities, i.e.in-service training, courses.
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Baugaard Tel No: (021) 826 5972