Job Requirements
National Senior certificate (NQF level 4) plus an appropriate Degree in Social Work (NQF level7) as recognized by SAQA. Registration with South African Council for Social Services Professions as Social Worker. A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP of which 5 years must be in social work policy development. Ability to compile complex reports. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Planning and organizing skills. Analytical and project management skills. Research monitoring and evaluation skills. Financial Management skills. Communication (written and verbal) skills. Presentation skills. Leadership and Negotiating skills. Professional and Counselling skills.
Duties
Manage provision of social welfare services to children and youth. Manage provision of health care services to children and youth. Manage provision of institutional care and development programmes. Manage provision of administrative and support services. Manage efficient and effective utilization 177 of Human and Financial resources. Ensure implementation of Acts, Policies and procedures.
What is the Salary
R1 009 512 per annum, [MMS all-inclusive remuneration package]
Location
Ehlanzeni District: Thaba Chweu Sub-District Office
How to Apply
Ms. Pretty Sibinde Tel No: [013] 766 3320/ 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:
SOCIAL
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