| Government Entity | Eastern Cape - Social Development |
|---|---|
| Location | Eastern Cape |
| Reference Number | DSD 16/06/2026 |
| Salary | R496 668 – R583 833 per annum |
| Centre / Location | OR Tambo: Nyandeni LSO |
| Closing Date | July 10, 2026 |
| Source and Application | erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za |
Reference Number: DSD 16/06/2026
Department: Social Development
Job Type: Permanent
Directorate: Social Welfare/Services
Chief Directorate: Institutional Support Services
Programme: Social Institutional Support & Coordination Services
Salary Level: OSD
Remuneration: R496 668 – R583 833 per annum
Location: OR Tambo: Nyandeni LSO
Closing Date: Friday, July 10, 2026
Job Description
Leadership and understanding of new Social Welfare
paradigm, policies, legislation and regulations that underpins the delivery of
Social Development service in the NPOs, CBOs, and FBOs. Understanding of
Service Level Agreement and ability to communicate this to appropriate
stakeholders. Project management, Research and analytical skills. Ability to
monitor and evaluate the impact of service delivery. Planning and organizing
skills. Ability to work under pressure and display initiative. Understanding of
public sector transformation and equity issues. Presentation and facilitation
skills including sound report writing abilities. Financial, Supply Experience
in community involvement. Communication skills (both verbal and written).
Requirements
National
Senior Certificate plus Bachelor of Social Work. Latest proof of registration
with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as
Social Worker. Minimum of 7 (seven) years appropriate
experience in Social Work after registration and
practiced as a Social Worker. Computer literacy. A valid South African driver’s
license. Appropriate/recognisable Social Work experience
after registration with the SACSSP as Social Worker will be considered for
appointment.
Duties
Be responsible for crime prevention Programmes to
young persons at risk in and out of school. Assist the Probation Officers in
the implementation of diversion Programmes by gathering information for report
writing, and like skills Programmes. Provide home-based supervision of young
persons who are awaiting trial in the community rather than in prisons or
residential care facilities. Provide supervision services to those young
people’s placed by the court under community service and probation supervision
orders. Be responsible for family finding or tracing where it is necessary.
Enquiries may be directed to Ms Z Dlanjwa Tel No: 064 607
1200
More Information
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Requirements
National Senior Certificate plus Bachelor of Social Work. Latest proof of registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker. Minimum of 7 (seven) yearsappropriate experience in Social Work after registration and practiced as a Social Worker. Computer literacy. A valid South African driver’s license.Appropriate/recognisable Social Work experience after registration with the SACSSP as Social Worker will be considered for appointment.
Duties
Be responsible for crime prevention Programmes to young persons at risk in and out of school. Assist the Probation Officers in the implementation of diversion Programmes by gathering information for report writing, and like skills Programmes. Provide home-based supervision of young persons who are awaiting trial in the community rather than in prisons or residential care facilities. Provide supervision services to those young people’s placed by the court under community service and probation supervision orders. Be responsible for family finding or tracing where it is necessary.Enquiries may be directed to Ms Z Dlanjwa Tel No: 064 607 1200
Source / Circular Reference
erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za