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SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 (X17 POSTS)

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE

Salary band

R 397 668

Closing date

10 July 2026

Reference

DSD

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE

Location

Alfred Nzo: Matatiele Local Service Office (Ref No DSD 18/06/2026) X2 Ntabankulu Local Service Office (Ref No DSD 19/06/2026) Umzimvubu Local Service Office (Ref No DSD 20/06/2026) Amathole: Middledrift Service Delivery Point (Ref No DSD 21/06/2026) BCM: East London Service Office (Ref No DSD 22/06/2026) Chris Hani: Cofimvaba (Ref No DSD 23/06/2026) Joe Gqabi: Barkley East (Ref No DSD 24/06/2026) NMM: Protea Place of Safety (Ref No DSD 25/06/2026) Stepping Stone YJC (Ref No DSD 26/06/2026) Walmer Service Office (Ref No DSD 27/06/2026) Ibhayi Service Office (Ref No DSD 28/06/2026) Motherwell Service Office (Ref No DSD 29/06/2026) Sarah Baartman: Jansenville SDP (Ref No DSD 30/06/2026) Joubertina Service Office (Ref No DSD 31/06/2026) Ndlambe Local Service Office (Ref No DSD 32/06/2026) Koukamma Local Service Office (Ref No DSD 33/06/2026)

Salary

R338 208 – R397 668 per annum (OSD)

Requirements

Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a Degree in Social Work, registration with the South African Council for Social Service Profession as a Social Worker. A valid South African driver’s license is a prerequisite. Computer literacy. Appropriate/recognisable Social Work experience after registration with the SACSSP as Social Worker will be considered for appointment. Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well – being. Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, familiar, groups, organizations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem – solving capabilities. Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively. Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. Ability to mentor and coach Social Auxiliary Workers.

Duties

Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant Programmes. Support Social Auxiliary Workers and Volunteers. Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Work and Social Welfare fields. Perform all the administrative functions required.

Enquiries

Alfred Nzo Enquiries may be directed to Mr S Shweni Tel No: (064) 606 9465 Amathole Enquiries may be directed to Ms Z Habe at Tel No: (043) 711 6626 BCM Enquiries may be directed to Ms P. Gqabantshi Tel No: 043 705 5675/73

Notes

EE TARGET: African/Coloured Male/Female & PWD

Closing Date

10 July 2026

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 PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE. 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

·Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a Degree in Social Work, registration with the South African Council for Social Service Profession as a Social Worker
·A valid South African driver’s license is a prerequisite
·Computer literacy
·Appropriate/recognisable Social Work experience after registration with the SACSSP as Social Worker will be considered for appointment
·Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion
·Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well – being
·Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, familiar, groups, organizations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem – solving capabilities
·Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively
·Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves
·Ability to mentor and coach Social Auxiliary Workers

Key Duties

·Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant Programmes
·Support Social Auxiliary Workers and Volunteers
·Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Work and Social Welfare fields
·Perform all the administrative functions required

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 sasrecruit44@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 (X17 POSTS) position at PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE?+

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What is the salary for the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 (X17 POSTS) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 397 668. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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