Western Cape Social Development

Share this post on

To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications.

  1. Assistant Director: Professional Development
  2. Social Work Policy Developer: Policy Alignment
  3. Social Work Manager: Residential Care Centre Management (Kensington)
  4. Education Officer: Education(15 posts available in Bonnytoun, Clanwilliam, Horizon, Kraaifontein, Lindelani, Outeniekwa and Vredelus)
  5. Child and Youth Care Team Leader: Professional Services (Various posts available in Clanwilliam, Bonnytoun, Horizon, Outeniekwa, De Novo and ROAR )
  6. Assistant Director: ICT Coordination

Assistant Director: Professional Development

Closing Date2024/06/17
Reference NumberWCG240506-5
Tracking NumberDSD 30/2024
Job TitleAssistant Director: Professional Development, Ref No. DSD 30/2024
DepartmentSocial Development
Salary level9
EnquiriesMs R Patel at (021) 483 9392
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityCape Town, CBD.
Job PurposeThe Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably and competent individual to operationalise the implementation of Professional Development Programmes for the department.
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence.
RecommendationRelevant experience with regards to the compilation of the Workplace Skills Plan. 
Key Performance AreasImplement and report on the Professional Development Portfolio; Develop, implement and maintain the roll-out of capacity building initiatives for the department; Implement transformation programmes and people empowerment interventions; Implement  and monitor continuous professional development and statutory registration of health and social service practitioners; People management.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: Training and development; Labour legislation; HRD related policies; various professional bodies and applicable registration processes; National and Provincial instruments and legislation peraining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service Amendment Act, Public Service Regulation, Employment Equity Act and Skills Development Act.Skills in the following: Communication (written and verbal); Computer Literacy; Project management; Formal training; Strategic Planning; Problem solving and analytical thinking and Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy.
RemunerationR 444 036 per annum (Salary Level 9)Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements. 
NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For 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

Social Work Policy Developer: Policy Alignment

Closing Date2024/06/17
Reference NumberWCG240502-1
Tracking NumberDSD 32/2024
Job TitleSocial Work Policy Developer: Policy Alignment DSD 32/2024
DepartmentSocial Development
Salary levelOSD
EnquiriesMs S Nieftagodien at sihaam.nieftagodien@westerncape.gov.za
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityCape Town – CBD
Job PurposeThe Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Social Work Policy Developer to develop, implement and maintain social work policies. 
Minimum RequirementsFormal 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 8 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
RecommendationNone.
Key Performance AreasProvide policy alignment services within the Department: Analyse and review existing social welfare and community development policies to ensure the alignment of policies within the Department: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures; Facilitate the implementation of transversal social welfare and community development policies and legislation; Manage the policy register; Provide advice and support on transversal matters that impact on policy development: Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant policies and procedures to ensure they align with the transversal policy imperatives; Provide input into the development of new social welfare and community development policies: Assess line-specific and other draft policies using assessment templates, the policy register and other available legislation; People Management: Participate in the recruitment and management of staff to ensure the achievement of the component’s Business Plan.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following:Extensive knowledge of applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles; Public Service procedures;  People management practices; Labour relations; Financial management; Policy analysis and development; Knowledge of global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the PGWC; Skills in the following: Written and verbal communication; Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; People management planning; Problem solving; Facilitation;  Presentation; Policy formulation; Policy analysis; Organising;Dispute resolution/conflict management;  Interpersonal relationships; Analytical thinking; Strategic thinking; Financial and administration; Project management; Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy; Research.
RemunerationGrade 1: R 429 573 – R 487 650 per annum; Grade 2: R 507 198 – R 687 918 per annum (OSD as prescribed)Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contribution.
NotesOnly applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted.Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For 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.

Social Work Manager: Residential Care Centre Management (Kensington)

Closing Date2024/06/17
Reference NumberWCG240430-9
Tracking NumberDSD 28/2024
Job TitleSocial Work Manager: Residential Care Centre Management (Kensington), Ref No. DSD 28/2024
DepartmentSocial Development
Salary levelOSD
EnquiriesMs L Goosen at (021) 483 9391
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityKensignton
Job PurposeThe Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a individual to ensure that a social welfare service is delivered by the facility to provide social welfare services through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being. 
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 4-years Degree qualification in Social Work that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions(SACSSP); Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid driving licence.
RecommendationNone.
Key Performance AreasProvide a Social Welfare service of the highest, most advanced and specialised nature within a defined area(s) of specialisation with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, through the relevant substance treatment programmes. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Facilitate the development and planning of programmes and interventions to render a substance treatment service through the efficient, economical and effective utilisation of financial resources; Management of service delivery area(s) (unit(s)) to ensure that an efficient service is delivered through the efficient and effective utilisation of human resources; Plan and ensure that appropriate research are undertaken; Perform and / or ensure that all the administrative function required in the service delivery area(s) are performed; Keep up to date with new developments in the substance treatment field; Supervise all the administrative functions required in the service delivery area(s) and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Work); Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Work profession; Social Welfare and Community Development legislation related to children; Social Welfare and Community Development theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Skills in the following: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psycho social intervention; Conflict management; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills.
RemunerationGrade 1: R 920 082 – R 1 052 016; Grade 2: R 1 094 502 – R 1 289 274 per annum (as prescribed by OSD).Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For 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

Education Officer: Education(15 posts available in Bonnytoun, Clanwilliam, Horizon, Kraaifontein, Lindelani, Outeniekwa and Vredelus)

Closing Date2024/06/17
Reference NumberWCG240430-8
Tracking NumberDSD 29/2024
Job TitleEducation Officer: Education(15 posts available in Bonnytoun, Clanwilliam, Horizon, Kraaifontein, Lindelani, Outeniekwa and Vredelus), Ref No. DSD 29/2024
DepartmentSocial Development
Salary level7
EnquiriesMr M Benting at (021) 931 0236
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityBonnytoun, Clanwilliam, Horison, Lindelani, Vredelus, Outeniekwa and Kraaifontein (ROAR)
Job PurposeThe Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for fifteen(15) suitably qualified and competent individuals to render an effective and efficient holistic educational service to all the learners at Child and Youth Care Centres.
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 3-year post-school qualification; Registration with SACE as a professional educator; A minimum of 1 year 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.
RecommendationNone.
Key Performance AreasImplement educational programmes at secure child and youth care facilities in accordance to curriculum requirements and departmental legislation; Implement facility policies and procedures to enhance safe care, custody and development of residents; Perform administrative functions; Continuous professional development; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields.
CompetenciesKnowledge 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.
RemunerationR 308  154 per annum (Salary level 7)Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements. 
Notes Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For 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

Child and Youth Care Team Leader: Professional Services (Various posts available in Clanwilliam, Bonnytoun, Horizon, Outeniekwa, De Novo and ROAR )

Closing Date2024/06/17
Reference NumberWCG240430-7
Tracking NumberDSD 31/2024
Job TitleChild and Youth Care Team Leader: Professional Services (Various posts available in Clanwilliam, Bonnytoun, Horizon, Outeniekwa, De Novo and ROAR ), Ref No. DSD 31/2024
DepartmentSocial Development
Salary levelOSD
EnquiriesMs B Nicholas at (044) 803 7508
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityClanwilliam, Bonnytoun, Horizon, Outeniekwa, De Novo and ROAR
Job PurposeThe Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has (17) opportunities for suitably qualified and competent individuals to coordinate and render care and developmental life space work of a routine nature to resident(s) in need of care/in conflict with the law. 
Minimum RequirementsGrade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in child and youth care work after obtaining the required qualification; A valid code B driving licence.
RecommendationRegistration as a Child and Youth Care Practitioner with the SACSSP.
Key Performance AreasServe 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.
CompetenciesKnowledge 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.
RemunerationGrade 1: R 193 125 – R 218 673 per annum, OSD as prescribed Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For 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.

Assistant Director: ICT Coordination

Closing Date2024/06/17
Reference NumberWCG240430-4
Tracking NumberDSD 111/2023 R1
Job TitleAssistant Director: ICT Coordination, Ref No. DSD 111/2023 R1
DepartmentSocial Development
Salary level9
EnquiriesMr GD Miller at Gavin.Miller@westerncape.gov.za
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityCape Town, CBD
Job PurposeThe Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to provide support and technical advice in the development and management of informationsystems to head office and regions. 
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the information systems field; 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.
RecommendationNone.
Key Performance AreasProvide support in the development of departmental policies to govern information systems; Coordinate and oversee user management services; Coordinate and oversee system support; Manage and oversee the governance of systems, including the change control board; Plan, manage and coordinate the disaster recovery plan for the department in of respect systems; Plan, manage and coordinate the development and implementation of departmental systems; People management
CompetenciesKnowledge 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; Management and people management principles; Project management; Skills needed: Computer literacy; Planning and organising; Communication (written, verbal and liaison); Problem-solving; Facilitation and presentation; Analytical; Operational planning; Innovation; Diagnostic; Conceptual.
RemunerationR 444 036 per annum (Level 9)Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.  
NotesOnly applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For 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.

Click here to apply

All the best with your applications.

Share this post on

Be the first to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.


*