Circular 27 of 2026 · Post 27/227 · Ref SD /1/3/26/E
SOCIAL WORK MANAGER GRADE 1
North West Department of Social Development
- CentreDr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Office
- ProvinceNorth West
Job details
- Circular
- 27 of 2026
- Page No.
- 4
- Circular Post
- 27/227
- Reference number
- SD /1/3/26/E
- Department
- North West Department of Social Development
- Province
- North West
- Centre
- Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Office
- Salary
- R1 009 512 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
- 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 Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Office.
Applications close on 17 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R1 009 512 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
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.
- Coordination 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.
- ENQUIIRIES : Mr M Madienyane Tel No: (053) 928 0111 (Dr RSM District)
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
E-mail: SDRecruitmentRSM@nwpg.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae via email or hand delivery. On the subject line of your e-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number include the department, also use the correct e-mail.
- All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 form and updated Curriculum Vitae only be in PDF Format, also as one document.
- Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name and Centre, Reference number. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank, mark them as not relevant, and uses dashes or N/A if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information.
- Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking reemployment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted.
- Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service (SMS Pre Entry Certificate) is required prior to finalisation of an appointment into any SMS post. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https: www.thensg.gov.za/training -course/sms-pre-entry programme. Note: All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: All shortlisted candidates including SMS, shall undertake two preentry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
- Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule will not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department.
- Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees.
- Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting.
- The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest.
- The Department reserves the right not to make appointment.
- Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
- Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours. NB: Regrettably due to excessive budget cuts, the department is not in a position to mee any travel and subsistence costs relating to the recruitment process for the shortlisted candidates. MANAGEMENT ECHELON
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 27 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
SALARY : R1 009 512 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
CENTRE : Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Office
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. Coordination 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.
ENQUIIRIES : Mr M Madienyane Tel No: (053) 928 0111 (Dr RSM District)
APPLICATIONS : E-mail: SDRecruitmentRSM@nwpg.gov.za