WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

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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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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: ADMIN SUPPORT (VREDELUS) REF NO: DSD 66/2025 
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year postschool qualification/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year appropriate experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Government systems; Government policies; Constitution, legal and institutional arrangements governing the SA public sector. Skills needed: Analytical and systems thinking skills; Conceptual and formulation skills; written and verbal communication skills; Computer literacy skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide effective office administration and management support services to the Component; Provide budget support to the component; Maintain and assist with implementation of the component’s monitoring and evaluation system. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Benting Tel No: (021) 931 0236 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): CRIME PREVENTION AND SUPPORT REF NO: DSD 68/2025 
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and Evaluation systems; Applicable legislation; Norms and standards; Information management; Public administration. Skills needed: Creative thinking; Problem analysis; Problem-solving and decision making; Planning and organising; Written and verbal communication skills; Applying technology; Continuous improvement; Diversity management; Communication and Information management. 
 
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 M Palmer Tel No: (021) 483 4405 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): QUALITY ASSURANCEAND MONITORING REF NO: DSD 69/2025 
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent 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: Creative thinking; Decision making; Problem analysis; Problem-solving and decision making; Planning and organising; Written and verbal communication skills; Applying technology; Continuous improvement; Diversity management; Communication and Information management. 
 
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; Assist with the development of monitoring and review systems; Conduct Financial and Governance assessments for existing and new NPO’s and Own Centres. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Palmer Tel No: (021) 483 4405 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): SUBSTANCE ABUSE REF NO: DSD 70/2025 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent 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: Creative thinking; Decision making; Problem analysis; Problem-solving and decision making; Planning and organising; Written and verbal communication skills; Applying technology; Continuous improvement; Diversity management; Communication and Information management. 
 
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 F Isaacs Tel No: (021) 483 8442 
 
 
 
 
 
EDUCATION OFFICER: EDUCATION REF NO: DSD 72/2025 (POSTS AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS) 
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year post-school qualification; Registration with SACE as a professional educator; A minimum of 3 years experience as an Educationalist/ Educator; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public service procedures; Labour Relations; Financial Management; Project Management; Interpret and apply policies and procedures. Skills needed: Problem solving, sound budgeting, planning, facilitation, influencing and interpersonal relations; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Learning and researching; Relating and networking; Adapting and responding to change; Adhering to principles and values; Analysing. 
 
DUTIES : Implement Educational Programmes at Facilities in Accordance with Curriculum Requirements and Departmental Legislation; Implement facility policies and procedures to enhance safe care/custody and development of residents (MDT, incident reporting, behaviour management, unauthorised articles etc.); Perform administrative functions; Continuous Professional Development; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Jonkerman Tel No: (021) 8266040 
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 WORKER: SERVICES TO FAMILIES REF NO: DSD 71/2025 
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 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 legislations, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; It will be advantageous to have a valid Code B (or higher) driving licence; Regulatory and Policy Knowledge: Understanding of NPO registration requirements and regulatory frameworks; Provincial and National legislative and policy frameworks related to social services; Regulatory and Policy Knowledge. Skills in the following: 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 Workers Grade 1; Monitoring and Evaluation Skills: Ability to track and assess NPO performance against targets and service standards; Competence in analysing Non-Financial Data(NFD) and performance information; Ability to monitor implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans; Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Capacity to identify service gaps or non-compliance and propose corrective actions; Ability to respond rapidly and appropriately to complaints or concerns; Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective written and verbal communication for reporting, advising, and liaising with NPOs; Ability to build constructive relationships with NPO staff, communities, and colleagues; Ethics and Professionalism: Uphold integrity, accountability, and ethical standards in all interactions; Maintain confidentiality and transparency in reporting and decision-making; Organisational and Administrative Skills: Efficient management of data, reports, and documentation; Ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate monitoring visits or follow-up activities; Monitoring and Evaluation Skills; Problem-Solving and Decision-Making; Interpersonal Skills; Ethics and Professionalism; Organisational and Administrative. 
 
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 any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Supervise and Support Social Auxiliary Workers; 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; Ensure NPO comply with registration requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks; Monitor and review services delivered by NPOs to ensure alignment with Provincial and National legislative and policy frameworks; Administer Non-Financial Data (NFD) and performance information processes; Monitor the implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans; Respond promptly to complaints, enquiries, or concerns raised regarding NPOs or programme activities; Ensure NPOs comply with registration requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks; Monitor and review services delivered by NPOs to ensure alignment with Provincial and National legislative and policy frameworks; Administer Non-Financial Data (NFD) and performance information processes; Monitor the implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans; Respond promptly to complaints, enquiries, or concerns raised regarding NPOs or programme activities. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Payne Tel No: (021) 483 5798 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: VICTIM EMPOWERMENT REF NO: DSD 65/2025 
SALARY : R228 321 - R268 950 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; It will be advantageous to have a valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
 
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; It will be advantageous to have relevant experience.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Botha Tel No: (021) 483 4303 
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: SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS REF NO: DSD 67/2025 
SALARY : R228 321 - R268 950 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 L Arnolds Tel No: (021) 483 6657 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE TEAM LEADER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF NO: DSD 83/2024 R1 (VARIOUS POSTS AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS) 
SALARY : Grade 1: R203 748 – R230 700 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R240 147 – R282 342 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. 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 a 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; It will be advantageous to have registration as a auxiliary or above Child and Youth Care Practitioner; It will be advantageous to have Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Benting Tel No: (021) 931 0236