Job Requirements
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Social Work. Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Professions as a Social Worker. Only Shortlisted candidates will submit proof of current registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker. A valid driver’s license. A minimum of 3 years junior managerial experience in social services environment. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Social Welfare and Community Development Legislation, Policies, Norms and Standards, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Organizational behaviour analysis, Strategic business management, Employee Performance and Management Legislation pertaining to Social Welfare Service Delivery, Understanding of SASSA functions, Social dynamics of KwaZulu- Natal communities, knowledge of HR Management, Labou Relations Act, Service Delivery Frameworks, Public Participation, Community Outreach, EPMDS. Skills: Communication, Interpersonal Relations, Report Writing, Financial Management, Change Management, Time management, Project Management, Leadership, Diversity management, Decision Making, Counselling, Service Delivery Innovation, Client orientation and client focus, presentation and facilitation, problem solving and analysis, conflict resolution, Driving, interviewing, computer literacy, numeracy and language skill. 139
Duties
Provide Social Welfare Services; Provide Community Development Services; Ensure the provision of corporate support services; Ensure the implementation of Departmental policies and other relevant legislation in the day-to-day running of the component; Manage resources of the Service Office.
What is the Salary
R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive package)
Location
uMzimkhulu Service Office: Harry Gwala District Ref No: DSD06/05/2026uMzimkhulu Bhamshela Service Office: iLembe District Ref No: DSD07/05/2026Bhamshela Emnambithi Service Office: uThukela District Ref No: DSD08/05/2026Emnambithi
How to Apply
Ms TN Nkosi: uMzimkhulu Service Office Tel No: (039) 259 7027 Ms SH Mfeka: Bhamshela Service Office Tel No: (031) 336 8727 Ms NP Mhlongo: Emnambithi Service Office Tel No: (033) 634 6600
Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs” or submit their Z83 and CV directly to the following email address: HeadOffice.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za NB//: The subject of your email must be the post name that you are applying for. “Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.” The Chief Director: Human Resource Management Services KZN Department of Health Private Bag X9051, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 OR Hand delivered to: 330 Langalibalele Street, Natalia Building, Registry, Minus 1:1 North Tower.
Apply Before:
5/29/2026
Reference No:
DSD06/05/2026
Additional Information