Circular 27 of 2026 · Post 27/225 · Ref SD/1/12/26/E
DIRECTOR: SPECIAL NEEDS
North West Department of Social Development
- CentreProvincial Office (Mahikeng)
- ProvinceNorth West
- LevelLevel 13
Job details
- Circular
- 27 of 2026
- Page No.
- 3
- Circular Post
- 27/225
- Reference number
- SD/1/12/26/E
- Department
- North West Department of Social Development
- Province
- North West
- Centre
- Provincial Office (Mahikeng)
- Salary
- R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary contribution to
the Government Employees Pension Fund, a medical fund, and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules. - Closing date
- 17 August 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at North West Department of Social Development.
The listed centre is Provincial Office (Mahikeng).
Applications close on 17 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary contribution to
the Government Employees Pension Fund, a medical fund, and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules.
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- Grade 12 Certificate.
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Social Work.
- A minimum of 5 years relevant experience at a middle/senior management level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Nyukela certificate is required for all SMS positions before appointment (Certificate for entry into the senior management service from the National School of Government).
- Knowledge: Service delivery innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis.
- Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication, Strategic Capacity and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme and Project Management.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate services management in public service.
- PFMA.
- Public Service Act and Regulations, Policy Formulation, Project Management, Labour Relations Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership skills.
- Programme and project management skills.
- Strong financial management skills, change management, problem-solving and conflict management skills.
- People management and empowerment skills.
- Client orientation, customer focus and communication skills.
- Honesty and integrity, knowledge management, networking, presentation skills and computer skills.
- Excellent in-depth knowledge and insight into all applicable policy frameworks governing the public sector and the social development environment.
Duties
- Provide strategic leadership and management to the following programmes: District Coordination (district offices, service points, sub-offices) Institution Management (institutions and facilities).
- Manage and facilitate the implementation of Corporate Services.
- Manage and facilitate the implementation of Finance, Administration, and Management.
- Manage and facilitate the implementation of Social Welfare Services.
- Manage and facilitate the implementation of Specialist Social Services.
- Manage and facilitate the implementation of Development and Research.
- Liaise and account to Government oversight structures.
- Liaise with key departmental partners.
- Develop and maintain social contact with the service beneficiaries of the Department.
- Establish and maintain good intergovernmental relations.
Enquiries
Ms MP Mhlongo-Kgaboesele Tel No: (018) 388 2043/1668
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
E-Mail: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
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This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 27 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary contribution to
the Government Employees Pension Fund, a medical fund, and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules.
CENTRE : Provincial Office (Mahikeng)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate. Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Social Work. A minimum of 5 years relevant experience at a middle/senior
management level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors. A valid driver’s license. Nyukela certificate is required for all SMS positions before
appointment (Certificate for entry into the senior management service from the
National School of Government). Knowledge: Service delivery innovation,
Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus,
Communication, Strategic Capacity and Leadership, People Management and
Empowerment, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme and Project Management. In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate
services management in public service. PFMA. Public Service Act and
Regulations, Policy Formulation, Project Management, Labour Relations
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Programme and project management skills. Strong financial management skills, change
management, problem-solving and conflict management skills. People management and empowerment skills. Client orientation, customer focus and
communication skills. Honesty and integrity, knowledge management, networking, presentation skills and computer skills. Excellent in-depth
knowledge and insight into all applicable policy frameworks governing the public sector and the social development environment.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership and management to the following programmes: District Coordination (district offices, service points, sub-offices) Institution
Management (institutions and facilities). Manage and facilitate the implementation of Corporate Services. Manage and facilitate the
implementation of Finance, Administration, and Management. Manage and facilitate the implementation of Social Welfare Services. Manage and facilitate
the implementation of Specialist Social Services. Manage and facilitate the implementation of Development and Research. Liaise and account to
Government oversight structures. Liaise with key departmental partners.
Develop and maintain social contact with the service beneficiaries of the
Department. Establish and maintain good intergovernmental relations.
ENQUIRIES : Ms MP Mhlongo-Kgaboesele Tel No: (018) 388 2043/1668
APPLICATIONS : E-Mail: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment
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