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SOCIAL WORK MANAGER GRADE 1

P

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Closing date

17 August 2026

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SD /1/3/26/E

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About this role

Department

P

Location

Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Office

Salary

will be in accordance with OSD determination)

Requirements

Grade 12. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (NQF Level 7). A minimum of 10 years' recognizable experience in Social Worker. Registration with the SACSSP Council. Computer literacy. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Good Communication skills. Report writing skills. Facilitation skills. Co- ordination skills. Liaison skills. Networking. Interpersonal skills. Leadership skills. Analytical skills. Diplomacy. Change and knowledge management. Planning and organization skills. People Management. Financial Management. Problem Solving, Planning & organizing. Time Management. Team player. Strategic Planning. Policy analysis and development.

Duties

Ensure that Social Work Service is provided through the promotion of Social Change, problem solving in human relationships and empowerment of people to enhance wellbeing. Facilitate the development and planning of Programmes and Interventions to render Social Work Services through the efficient, economical and effective use of resources. Manage Social Work unit to ensure efficient and effective social work service is delivered through utilization of resources (human, finance and equipment) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation. Provide integrated social work services within the defined areas regarding care, protection and development of vulnerable groups in partnership and collaboration with relevant stakeholders Health, Correctional Services, South African Police Services and other departments. Evaluate and Monitor compliance to policies, and transversal social work services norms and standards, South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) and other relevant legislating policies and procedures. Keep up to date new developments in the Social Work and Management fields and continuous professional development through inter-sectoral collaboration and stakeholder management and ensure that the department contributes to integrated services delivery.

Closing Date

2026-08-17T23:59:00+02:00

About social work and community development roles in South Africa

Social work is a regulated profession in South Africa and all social workers must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). The Department of Social Development is the largest public sector employer of social workers, with posts distributed across all nine provinces. Community development workers are employed at both provincial and municipal level and play a critical role in service delivery and community liaison.

·Your SACSSP registration number and the year of registration must appear on your CV for all social work applications.
·Posts in child protection, probation services, and substance abuse rehabilitation require specific experience in those sub-fields.
·Social work posts in rural areas are frequently unfilled due to a shortage of registered practitioners willing to relocate. These posts may attract rural allowances.
·Community development worker posts do not always require social work registration but a relevant qualification at NQF level 4 or above is standard.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within P. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (NQF Level 7)
  • ·A minimum of 10 years' recognizable experience in Social Worker
  • ·Registration with the SACSSP Council
  • ·Computer literacy
  • ·A valid driver’s license
  • ·Competencies: Good Communication skills
  • ·Report writing skills
  • ·Facilitation skills
  • ·Co- ordination skills
  • ·Interpersonal skills

Key Duties

  • ·Ensure that Social Work Service is provided through the promotion of Social Change, problem solving in human relationships and empowerment of people to enhance wellbeing
  • ·Facilitate the development and planning of Programmes and Interventions to render Social Work Services through the efficient, economical and effective use of resources
  • ·Manage Social Work unit to ensure efficient and effective social work service is delivered through utilization of resources (human, finance and equipment) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation
  • ·Provide integrated social work services within the defined areas regarding care, protection and development of vulnerable groups in partnership and collaboration with relevant stakeholders Health, Correctional Services, South African Police Services and other departments
  • ·Evaluate and Monitor compliance to policies, and transversal social work services norms and standards, South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) and other relevant legislating policies and procedures
  • ·Keep up to date new developments in the Social Work and Management fields and continuous professional development through inter-sectoral collaboration and stakeholder management and ensure that the department contributes to integrated services delivery

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • ✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • ✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • ✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • ✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • ✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • ✓Include your current SACSSP registration certificate and membership number
  • ✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • ✓Submit your complete application package to sdrecruitmentrsm@nwpg.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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