WESTRN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Competencies: Proven knowledge and understanding of the following: National and Provincial social development and community development policies, guidelines and other related prescripts; National and Provincial legislation, policy, prescripts, regulations, codes, directives, standards, collective agreements, best practices, procedures; Operational management support regulatory requirements; Social Development practices and procedures; Program and Project Management; Procurement and tendering processes; Development, Strategy Management and strategy monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public Finance, Human Resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the Province and activities of sister departments; Policies of the government of the day; Staff Performance Management System and PERMIS 4; Performance Management and Development System for SMS members; Basic knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Core competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership; People Management and Empowerment; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Accounting Finance and Audit; Information Technology; Training; Reporting Writing; Strategic Management; Time Management.
 
DUTIES : Ensure the rendering of the ICT, human capital, corporate assurance, legal and communication support services to the Department by the CSC in terms of the provisions of the relevant service level agreement; Manage the professional development of OSD professions; Provide an executive support to the HOD; Coordinate security management, occupational health and safety accommodation matters; Strategic Management (including Change Management); People Management; Financial Management.
 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Reenen at Tel No: (021) 483 9392
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online 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 : 02 August 2021
 
 

 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
SOCIAL WORK POLICY MANAGER: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DSD 82/2021
SALARY : R794 889 per annum, (All-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal Tertiary Qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP of which 5 years must be appropriate experience in social work policy development. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Work); People Management; Supervision Framework for Social Work profession; Social Welfare and Community Development legislation related to programs, theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Government processes and systems; Policy development; Project management; Policy analysis and development; Organising and planning skills; Written and verbal communication skills; Professional counselling; Monitoring and evaluation skills; Proven computer literacy; Financial management; Ability to compile complex reports.
 
DUTIES : Develop and facilitate the development of policies for rendering a social work service in departments; Uniform Funding Cycle (UFC) Process; Suspending of UFC funding; Manage the following: Quality assurance and/monitoring framework processes of funded and / or unfunded NPO’s (inclusive of cluster foster care schemes); The monitoring of service activation in relation to a victim of crime as per relevant legislation; the registration process of facilities in terms of the relevant legislation. Appeal process: Provide information to the director and the chief director; Information Management System; Stakeholder Management / Relationship Management (International / National / Provincial / Local / Regional); Manage a social work policy and/or M&E unit to ensure that the required legislating policies and procedures are developed through the efficient and effective utilization of human resources; Keep up to date with new developments in the social welfare-, and the community development management fields; Plan and ensure that social work policy research and development are undertaken; Undertake complex social work research; Supervise all the administrative functions required in the programme/unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Van Reenen at Tel No: (021) 483 9392
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
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND REPORTING REF NO: DSD 79/2021
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (Level 11), (All-inclusive salary package)
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 middle management level experience. 
Competencies: Through knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standard procedures and best practices; Management principles; Public Service procedures; People management practices; Labour Relation; Human Resource Management and Financial Management. Skills: Policy formulation; Presentation; Project Management; Dispute resolution; Communication (Written and verbal). Ability to analyse policies.
 
DUTIES : Promote and facilitate Departmental performance monitoring and reporting processes: Manage the following: Development of an organisation-wide monitoring and reporting framework in line with the Government- and Provincial-wide monitoring and evaluation systems; Coordinate the implementation of an organisation-wide performance monitoring and reporting framework; Provide advice and guidance to relevant stakeholders on monitoring and reporting processes; Develop and maintain performance indicators and monitoring frameworks; Monitor the implementation of the service delivery improvement plans (SDIPs); Manage, coordinate and monitor data collection, collation, verification and reporting with respect transversal Departmental, Provincial and National Programme and Project Management Information systems; People Management; Financial Management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Nieftagodien at Tel No: (021) 483 6279
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 RESEARCHER REF NO: DSD 88/2021
SALARY : R470 040 per annum (Level 10)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate post-graduate (Honours or higher qualification) in a statistical/research-oriented social science (Statistics, Mathematics, Sociology, Geography, GIS); A minimum of 3 years working experience in Research; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service legislation: Research methodology and processes; Social and evaluation research; Legislation related to Social Welfare and Community Development; Research ethics; Programmes, services, and service delivery model of the Department. Excellent skills in: Project management and administration; Research; Presentation and report-writing; Communication; Computer literacy in MS Office, Internet, Intranet and other relevant software packages. Ability to: Operate at a strategic level and manage engagements with stakeholders and partners.
 
DUTIES : Plan and conduct social and evaluation research projects: Participate in the development of the annual research plan and annual social and demographic trends analysis in collaboration with the Sub-directorate Population Development; Develop concept papers and inception documents in consultation with relevant stakeholders; Conduct literature review and formulate background to the project; Draft corrective action or implementation plan in line with research recommendations and management feedback; Disseminate research findings within the Department: Develop dissemination strategies in consultation with research sponsors; Plan and set up workshops, presentations and meetings to present research findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders; Coordinate the Research Ethics Committee: Participate in the review and maintenance of the Research Ethics Policy and Guidelines; Assess and evaluate research requests and proposals received by the Department.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr G.D Miller at Tel No: (021) 483 4168
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: SOCIAL WELFARE PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION AND COORDINATE (WEST COAST) REF NO: DSD 93/2021
SALARY : R384 228 - R445 425 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 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; 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; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning skills; Project planning skills; Psycho social intervention skills; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation skills; Analytical and problem-solving skills; Client orientation and customer focus skills.
 
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 : Dr WJ Du Toi at 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
 
 

 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FUNDING REF NO: DSD 78/2021
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Finance; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a financial environment or similar; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Financial Management (PFMA); Budgeting processes and techniques; Supply Chain Management (SCM); Legislative Regulatory Framework; Safeguarding of source documents; Financial/SCM Information Systems (BAS / LOGIS); Departmental policies and procedures. Skills: Communication (Written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Report writing and formulations; Presentation; Negotiation; Numeracy and analytical thinking; Planning and organising.
 
DUTIES : Manage the implementation of the uniform policy for programme funding: Develop SOP’s in alignment with funding policy and funding operational tools; Capacitate programmes in terms of funding operational tools; Assist the programmes with the calculation of allocation for transfer funding. Validation of the following prescribed documents for payment: Transfer Payment Agreements (TPA’s) for correctness against approved funding submission; Information on source documents for compliance with prescripts and legislation; Subsidies payable against approved allocation as per TPA and submit to manager changes in TPA /details of NPO verify and monitor source documents; Ensure correctness of the NPO data base, Uniform funding cycle (UFC) including all relevant data bases/systems; Submit consolidated payment report to supervisor and perform necessary follow ups with relevant role players; Manage compliance (TPA and business plan) and identify noncompliance with prescribed policy / legislation and funding conditions: Manage the documentation in relation to audit processes; Receive appraisal grid and funding submission and distribute to relevant staff members; Receive and distribute activation sheet and confirm receipt of any outstanding documents with the programmes / NPO’s; Ensure submission of AFS by NPO’s and check compliance; Compile consolidated AFS update/summary including financial consistencies or irregularities, balance sheet and income statement assets and liabilities, calculate debt and liquidity ratio on prescribed template and distribute to all relevant role players; People Management: Participation in the recruitment of staff within the component; Motivate, train and guide staff within the component, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery and manage the performance, discipline, evaluation and rewarding of staff in the component; Promote sound employee relations.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Khatieb at Tel No: (021) 483 3902
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
 
 
 
 
 
MONITORING OFFICER: INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING REF NO: DSD 85/2021
SALARY : R316 791 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 1 year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and evaluation systems; Applicable legislation; Norms and standards; Information management; Public administration; Technical Proficiency; Applying technology; Continuous improvement; Diversity management; Communication & Information management; Problem-solving & Decision-making skills; Planning & Organising skills; Written and verbal communication skills; Creative Thinking skills.
 
DUTIES : Assist with the development of monitoring and review systems; Assist with the evaluation of the current systems and recommend improvements; Conduct Financial and Governance assessments for existing and new NPO’s; Arrange and conduct site visits; Monitor and review services rendered by the NPO in line with the Provincial /National policy frameworks; Analyse progress report; Administration of the Non-Financial Data (NFD) process; Check the correctness of reporting templates.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr AR Ryklief at Tel No: (021) 483 9939
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: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES AND REGIONAL OFFICE (BITOU AND GEORGE) REF NO: DSD 90/2021 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R257 592 – R298 614 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R316 794 – R363 801 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R384 228 – R445 425 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 4: R472 551 – R581 178 per annum (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : A formal 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; A valid Code B driving licence. 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: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as 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; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Proven computer literacy; Report writing skills; Self-Management skills; Good planning and organisational skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Client orientation and customer focus; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Written and verbal communication skills.
 
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, group work 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 : Mr KM Mazaleni at Tel No: (044) 814 1925
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: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES (SWARTLAND) REF NO: DSD 91/2021
SALARY : Grade 1: R257 592 – R298 614 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R316 794 – R363 801 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R384 228 – R445 425 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 4: R472 551 – R581 178 per annum (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : A formal 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; A valid Code B driving licence. 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: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as 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; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Proven computer literacy; Report writing skills; Self-Management skills; Good planning and organisational skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Client orientation and customer focus; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Written and verbal communication skills.
 
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, group work 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 C Nell at Tel No: (027) 213 2096
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
 
 

Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as 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; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Proven computer literacy; Report writing skills; Self-Management skills; Good planning and organisational skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Client orientation and customer focus; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Written and verbal communication skills.
 
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, group work and community work); Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form. This would include the following actions but not limited to: Conduct assessments aimed at identifying conditions in individuals, groups, families and communities that justify relevant interventions; Identify and make recommendations on the appropriate interventions required to address the identified conditions; Develop, determine and plan programmes to render the recommended interventions efficiently, effectively and economically; Implement the recommended interventions by providing continuous support, counselling, guidance and advice to the affected individuals, groups, families and communities; Study, interpret, apply and give information on legislation and policies in the identified work fields to social workers, volunteers and other role players / stakeholders; Performs all the statutory functions applicable to the relevant functions, compile court reports and attend to court enquiries and the other tasks emanating from the courts; Produce and maintain records of social work interventions, processes and outcomes; Execute the aforementioned functions, the following tasks are generic and applicable to all the settings in which social work is conduct. 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 : Dr WJ Du Toit at 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
 
 
 
 
 
EDUCATION OFFICER: FACILITY MANAGEMENT (LINDELANI) REF NO: DSD 80/2021
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year teaching qualification; Registration with SACE as a professional educator; A minimum of 1-year experience as an Educationalist/Educator. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public Service procedures; People management processes; Labour Relations; Financial Management; Project Management; Written and verbal communication skills; Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures; Problem solving skills; Sound budgeting skills; Planning, presentation and facilitation skills; Influencing, communication and interpersonal relations.
 
DUTIES : Implement Educational Programmes at facilities in accordance to curriculum requirements and departmental legislation; Implement induction programmes to newly admitted residents; Implement processes and procedures for the taking down of assessments (tests, examinations, practicals, assignments and tasks); Invigilation of exams / tests / assessments; Implementation of facility policies and procedures to enhance safe care / custody and development of residents. (Multi – disciplinary team, Incident reporting, behaviour management, unauthorised articles); Performing of administrative functions; Continuous Professional Development. Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Work and Social Welfare fields.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Baugaard at Tel No: (021) 826 5977
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
 
 
 
 
 
SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR: ICT COORDINATION REF NO: DSD 89/2021
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience in the information systems field. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service legislation, including POPI, PAIA, PAJA; Relevant policies and prescripts relating to information systems, ICT and data governance; Information systems, ICT and data governance; Project management; Computer literacy; Planning and organising; Communication (written, verbal and liaison); Problem-solving; Facilitation and presentation skills; Analytical skills; Operational planning; Innovation; Diagnostic skills; Conceptual skills.
 
DUTIES : Provide support in the development of Departmental policies to govern information systems: Render administrative assistance in the development of Departmental information systems policies; Render user management services: Update and maintain Departmental system information; Render system support: Provide support for the training for National systems; Render administrative and technical support in the governance of systems, including the Change Control Board: Assist with the setting up of a Change Control Board for each system; Render administrative and technical support in the development and testing of the Disaster Recovery Plan for the Department in respect of systems: Assist with the planning of different disaster scenarios; Render administrative and technical support in the development and implementation of Departmental systems, e.g. the NPO system: Assist with and contribute to the analysis of context and creation of the business case to motivate the development of the system.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr GD Miller at Tel No: (021) 483 4168
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CLERK: FIXED ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO: DSD 81/2021
SALARY : R173 703 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Good understanding of the following: Supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Work procedures in terms of the working environment; Proven computer skills; Planning and organising skills.
 
DUTIES : Render asset management clerical support; Compile and maintain records (e.g. asset records/databases); Render demand and acquisition clerical support; Update and maintain a supplier (including contractors) database; Register suppliers on Logistical Information System (LOGIS) or similar system; Render logistical support service; Place orders for goods; Receive and verify goods from suppliers.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Martin at Tel No: (021) 483 6004
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

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ADMINISTRATION CLERK: LOGISTICAL SERVICES (EDEN KAROO) REF NO: DSD 84/2021 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R173 703 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Planning and organising skills; Written and verbal communication skills.
 
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services; Record, organize, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and data (line function); Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in relation to procurement of goods and services; Provide human resource administration clerical support services within the component; Maintain a leave register; Provide financial administration support services in the component; Capture and update expenditure in component.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Junnies at Tel No: (044) 814 1675
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 (GEORGE) REF NO: DSD 87/2021
SALARY : Grade 1: R148 215 – R166 830 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
Grade 2: R176 982 – R199 188 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
Grade 3: R211 323 – R265 320 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); 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 : Mr MV Skosana at Tel No: (044) 814 1660
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 (VARIOUS LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 95/2021 (X6 POSTS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R148 215 – R166 830 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
Grade 2: R176 982 – R199 188 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
Grade 3: R211 323 – R265 320 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); 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 : Mr MV Skosana at Tel No: (044) 814 1660
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
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER (X6 POSTS AT VARIOUS
LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 94/2021
SALARY : Grade 1: R140 958 – R157 245 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
Grade 2: R166 830 – R187 758 per 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
 
 
 
 
 
DRIVER/HANDYMAN: SECURE CARE CENTRE (ROAR) REF NO: DSD 86/2021
SALARY : R122 595 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Junior Certificate (Grade 10); A minimum of 6 months relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Public Service procedures; Applicable policies and procedures; Relationship management; Independent thinking; Ability to work under pressure; Communication skills (verbal and written); Meet tight deadlines; Work independently and in a team; Continuous improvement; Diversity management.
 
DUTIES : Perform general transport duties; Stand-by services for emergency trips and after hour transport duties; Maintenance of office buildings; Conduct regular building inspections; Maintenance of office equipment and furniture; Repair broken furniture and equipment.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr F Hendricks at Tel No: (021) 988 1138
APPLICATIONS : There are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following: (1) Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm); Or (2) Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 113 Muizenberg 7950; Or (3) Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za
 
NOTE : Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF). Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. If you did not receive any correspondence within 3 months of closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preference. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. To apply, please complete an application form (Z83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with copies of ID, Academic qualifications and proof of other requirements as indicated in the advertisement. The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. To submit your application,
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 August 2021