WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

​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.

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OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (SIVUYILE) REF NO: DSD 87/2025 
SALARY : Grade 1: R549 192 –R629 121 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R636 126 – R723 954 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma/ Degree in Nursing, Midwifery, Community Nursing Science, Psychiatry) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse; A minimum of 7 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Residential care medical and psychiatric services; Modern systems of governance and administration; Relevant acts, policies and prescripts; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Project Management processes; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Outstanding planning, organising and people management skills; Problem solving and decision making; Strategic planning skills; Work as part of the multidisciplinary team; A valid code B driving licence will have advantageous. 
 
DUTIES : Monitor and ensure the provision of effective and efficient health and care services to residents throughout adequate nursing care: Networking with all relevant stakeholders within the Health Care sector and the implementation of the MOU with the Department of Health; Ensure availability and access to sufficient resources (human, financial and physical resources); Quality assure services through monitoring and evaluation, auditing of records, analysing data, confidential complaint’s procedures and resident satisfactory surveys; Coordinate and quality assure monthly reports and statistics of health care practitioners and the CYCC’s; Coordinate and monitor the implementation of care plans and evaluation thereof: Create and enabling environment that is therapeutic and meet the resident(s) need for privacy, well-being and dignity; Monitor and evaluate interventions and progress of resident(s) receiving health care treatment; Bi-weekly discussions of complicated cases (case studies) to ensure effective interventions and development of staff; Ensure and monitor the right of residents to health care information as part of their overall empowerment and development; Maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing MDT members and other stakeholders; Previous experience in youth facility based nursing will be advantageous. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E Buys Tel No: (021) 986 9100 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR: SERVICE DELIVERY TEAMS REF NO: DSD 86/2025 (X2 POSTS AVAILABLE IN KHAYELITSHA) 
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. 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; A valid code B driving licence will be advantageous. 
 
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 : Mr Q Arendse Tel No: (021) 763 6206 
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
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POLICY DEVELOPER: INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING (ICB) REF NO: DSD 88/2025 
SALARY : Grade 1: R388 110 – R436 110 per annum, (OSD as prescribed). 
Grade 2: R453 201 – R514 470 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 3: R535 095 – R725 754 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); Grade 1: A minimum of 8 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 2: A minimum of 18 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 3: A minimum of 28 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Policy formulation and implementation; Public Service Management Framework Theories and Systems; Skills, attitudes and values in community development; Extensive knowledge of the NPO Act, General Laws Amendment Act, the NPO Capacity Building Framework; NPO Fundraising, policy development and sustainability models; Familiar with the Independent Code, Tax Exemption/18a and legal structures for NPO's; Technical knowledge of NPO Registration and Compliance; Skills in the following: Problem Solving; Facilitation Skills and development of Power Point Presentations; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Communication (Written and Verbal); Management of Databases; Ability to undertake complex research; Manage community development structures and projects; Influence individuals and groups to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence will have advantageous. 
 
DUTIES : Develop, implement and maintain community development policies: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures to determine whether the legislation, policies and procedures are still relevant and comply with current requirements; Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant acts, policies and procedures and develop new policies/procedures where required. This includes costing the policies; Develop, implement and monitor youth development programmes; Manage social relief projects. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study relevant journals and publications to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments; Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously; Liase/attend meetings with other departments, non-government institutions and relevant stakeholders to take cognisance of the latest developments in the relevant fields; Engage in continuous development activities; Research and development related to social relief programmes; Perform the administrative functions required in the unit; Stakeholder engagements; The facilitation and developing of provincial NPO Capacity Building focussing on Registration and Compliance, Good Governance, Fundraising and Policies; Identify capacity building needs and facilitate capacity building training for government officials. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Dreyers Tel No: (021) 483 4013 
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: YOUTH DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DSD 89/2025 
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: 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 : Mr J Albanie Tel No: (021) 483 8997 
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
 
 
 
 
 
STAFF NURSE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (SIVUYILE SECURE CARE CENTRE) REF NO: DSD 85/2025 
SALARY : Grade 1: R220 614 – R250 500 per annum 
Grade 2: R262 287 – R298 932 per annum 
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 patient care 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 C Benting Tel No: (021) 986 9100 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL AUXILIARY WORKER: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES REF NO: DSD 33/2024 R1 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : Grade 1: R192 972 per annum, (as prescribed by OSD) 
Grade 3: R339 438 per annum, (as prescribed by OSD) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Grade 10 plus completion of the learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the SACSSP as Social Auxiliary Worker; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge and basic understanding of the following: Human behaviour, relationship system and social issues; South African Social Welfare context the policy and practice of developmental social welfare services; South African judicial system and the legislation governing and impacting of social auxiliary work; Basic knowledge of financial matters related to social auxiliary work; Good communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Information and Knowledge Management (Keep precise records and compile accurate reports); Organising and planning skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Report writing skills; Problem solving and analytical skills; Client orientation and customer focus skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant departmental programmes; Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Continuous professional development; Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr J du Toit Tel No: (022) 713 2272 
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