Job Requirements
A National Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). Degree in Development Studies/Youth in Development/Community Development Studies (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level. A valid drivers’ license is essential. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of policies and prescripts that govern Public Financial management and public service. Excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills. Knowledge and understanding of relevant Youth and Community Development legislation and the current developments in the sector including National Youth Service Programmes, War on Poverty Campaigns, Expanded Public Works Programme and Youth Development Agency etc. Good facilitation, presentation and managerial skills. Strategic Capability and Leadership.
Duties
Design and implement integrated special programmes as well as social economic empowerment programmes for the youth. Provide strategic direction on the development of policy and guidelines for the implementation of Youth Development. Monitor and evaluate youth development programmes to ensure effective implementation. Establish and maintain sound partnership and networks with stakeholders in relation to youth development activities. Manage the financial, physical and human resource of the directorate
What is the Salary
R1 317 384 per annum, [SMS all-inclusive remuneration package]
Location
Provincial Office [Mbombela Square]
How to Apply
Ms. Charlene Mashego Tel No: [013] 766 3525/ Ms. Thembi Manana Tel No: [013] 766 3232
Applications may be posted to: The Deputy Director General; Department of Social Development, Private Bag X11213, Nelspruit, 1200, OR hand delivered to: Department of Social Development offices: Mbombela Square Building No 3, 4th floor HRM Offices (next to Mbombela High Court) / Alternatively applications may be emailed to: vacancies@dsdmpu.gov.za
Apply Before:
29 June 2026
Reference No:
DSD/JUNE/PRO/YOU/26/03
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