WESTERN CPAE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

The nominated candidate will 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-entry-programme/. 
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.
 
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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: SPECIAL PROGRAMMES REF NO: DSD 179/2021
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13), (All–inclusive salary package)
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 6 years relevant middle management experience in a Social Welfare Environment; A valid code B driving licence; Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the SMS upon appointment. Note: A requirement for appointment at Director Level is the successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government. This is a Public Service specific training programme which is applicable for appointments at SMS level. Recommendation: Social Science or related qualification. Registration with the South African Council for Social Services. Competencies: Knowledge of the modern trends and future development in the Social Sector; Advance knowledge of formulating and managing the Disability and Older Persons programmes; Advance knowledge of 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; Core competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership; People Management and Empowerment; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: 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; Team building and strong inter-personal skills.
 
DUTIES : Formulate and manage the disability programmes; Formulate and manage the older persons programmes; Strategic Management (including Change Management); People Management; Financial Management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Charles Jordan at Tel No: 021483 4991
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
 

OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ASSURANCE SERVICES (INTERNAL CONTROL) REF NO: DSD 188/2021
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Internal Control, Governance or similar environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial norms and standards; Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy and Fraud prevention measures; Principles and Practices of Financial Accounting; Internal Control Tools and Techniques; Government Accounting Standards; Risk management frameworks; Government financial systems; Human Resource Management; policy development; Budgeting processes; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Analytical and strategic thinking; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Research. Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy.
 
DUTIES : Manage and supervise staff regarding the following functions and perform the more complex work in that regard: Ensure proper governance by developing policies, procedures and processes pertaining to internal control unit; Render assurance services and evaluate the effectiveness of financial prescripts; Provide fraud and losses management services by ensuring implementation of and maintenance of an integrated loss control system; Manage and supervise tasks such as Human capital, financial management and performance management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr D.N Arendse at Tel No: (021) 483 8646
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
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes.
These candidates will be required to 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. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 January 2022
 
 
 
 
 
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER: ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT REF NO: DSD 190/2021
SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a supply chain management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy Development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act – PFMA, National Treasury regulations – NTR’s, Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions – PTI’s); Budgeting processes; National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act – PFMA, National Treasury regulations – NTR’s, Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions – PTI’s); Financial management processes; Strategic Sourcing and Preferential Procurement / BEE; Procurement activities; Industry trends and best practices per commodity groups; Procurement best practices including sourcing strategies and the different mechanisms for procurement; Procurement policies/procedures/contract management; Records management, inclusive of registry services, and policy and procedures governing these functions; General support service such as transport management and policy and procedures governing these functions; Skills needed: Analytical thinking, strategic thinking, budgeting. Written and verbal communication, numeracy, computer literacy, ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy, conflict resolution, monitoring, evaluation and reporting, presentation, problem solving, research.
 
DUTIES : Acquisition Management; Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans; Compile bid documents; Contract management and Administration; Administer the conditions of contracts; Facilitate, renew, extend and cancel contracts; Logistics Management; Generate, receive and process orders; Manage store and inventory (stocktaking, issuing etc.)
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Smith at Tel No: (021) 483 3695
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
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes.
These candidates will be required to 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. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 January 2022
 
 
 
 
 
STATE ACCOUNTANT: ASSURANCE SERVICES REF NO: DSD 191/2021
SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in internal control and governance environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy Development; Budgeting processes; Financial norms and standards (Public Financial Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury directives / instructions; Public Service Ant-Corruption Strategy and Fraud Prevention Measures; Principles and Practices of Financial Accounting; Internal Control Tools and Techniques; Government Accounting Standards (GRAP); Economic Reporting Framework including Standards Charts of Accounts; Risk Management Frameworks; Government Financial Systems; Human Resource Management; Skills needed: Analytical thinking, strategic thinking, budgeting, written and verbal communication, computer literacy, ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy, conflict resolution, monitoring, evaluation and reporting, presentation, problem solving, research.
 
DUTIES : Ensure proper governance; Develop policies, procedures and processes pertaining to the internal control unit; Develop and review compliance monitoring tools; Render assurance services; Evaluate the effectiveness of financial prescripts (inspections). Provide fraud and losses management services; Ensure the implementation and maintenance of an integrated loss control system.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr DN Arendse at Tel No: (021) 483 8646
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
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. 
These candidates will be required to 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. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 January 2022
 
 
 
 
 
EDUCATION OFFICER (VOCATIONAL): FACILITY MANAGEMENT (CLANWILLIAM) REF NO: DSD 180/2021
SALARY : R261 372 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year teaching qualification; Registration with SACE as a professional educator; A minimum of 1-year experience as an Educator / Educationalist/Vocational skills facilitator in teaching. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public service procedures; Labour Relations; Financial Management; Project Management; People management processes; Interpret and apply policies and procedures; Skills needed: Problem solving, sound budgeting, planning, facilitation and written and verbal communication skills.
 
DUTIES : Implement Skills Educational Programmes at Facilities in accordance to SETA standards for the relevant skill and/or curriculum requirements and Departmental Legislation; Implementation of facility policies and procedures to enhance safe care / custody and development of residents; Performing of administrative functions; Continuous Professional Development; Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Work and Social Welfare fields.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms U Siebritz at Tel No: (021) 482 1902
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
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes.
These candidates will be required to 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. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 January 2022
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL AUXILIARY WORKER: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES (EERSTE
RIVER) REF NO: DSD 189/2021
SALARY : Grade 1: R150 438 – R169 332 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R179 637 – R202 176 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R214 494 – R269 301 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
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. or Grade 2: 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 South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Auxiliary Worker; A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience in social auxiliary work after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP; OR No experience after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP and successful completion of the 2nd academic year of an appropriate tertiary qualification that allows for registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B driving licence; or Grade 3: 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 South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Auxiliary Worker; A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in social auxiliary work after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP; OR A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in social auxiliary work after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP and successful completion of the 2nd academic year of an appropriate tertiary qualification that allows for registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; OR No experience after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP and successful completion of the 3rd academic year of an appropriate tertiary qualification that allows for registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: A 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); Skills needed: Organising and planning; Presentation and facilitation; Report writing; Problem solving and analytical; Client orientation and customer focus.
 
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 : Ms MK Rebe at Tel No: (021) 900 4521
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
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes.
These candidates will be required to 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. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 January 2022
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF NO: DSD 181/2021 (X7 POSTS AVAILABLE AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R143 073 – R159 603 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R169 332 – R190 575per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) Experience: Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after having obtained the required qualification. Recommendation: Relevant qualification that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP); Registration with the SACSSP as a registered Child and Youth Care Worker. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes; Clerical/ Administrative processes and procedures; Rules and procedures of the Care Centre; Planning and organising skills; Ability to intervene and resolve conflict; Problem solving skills; Planning and organising skills; Conduct him/herself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Have the ability to work with children in conflict with the law.
 
DUTIES : Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission; This would include the following actions: Engagement; Assessment / Plan of Action; Implementation of Developmental and Recreational Programs; Monitor and evaluation of developmental and recreational programs; Referral of professional services (e.g. appointment register, observation book, occurrence book); Enhance participation of the learners at the Facility in sport, recreation, arts and culture programmes and services; Continuous Professional Development; Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr EJ Buys at Tel No: (021) 986 9101
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
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to 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. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 January 2022