social work policy developer: services to people with disabilities, Ref No. DSD 08/2026

Apply for social work policy developer: services to people with disabilities at department of department of social development. Closing date 2026-03-23.

Job Summary

Department: department of social development

Directorate: disability services and health support

Province: western cape

Reference: DSD 08/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-23

Salary: R453,201 - R514,470

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 11

Centre: Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor of Social Work (NQF 7) and compulsory registration with the SACSSP

Experience Required

8 years in Social Work Policy and NPO Compliance

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Policy Analysis and Development
  • Integrated Development Planning (IDP)
  • NPO Legislative Frameworks
  • Contract Management and Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Financial Management and Inter-sectoral Collaboration
  • Professional Counselling and Facilitation Skills
  • Intergovernmental Relations (IGR)

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in social work after registration with the SACSSP
  • Experience in policy development or NPO contract management

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Formulate, implement, and maintain strategic social work policies concerning services for people with disabilities
  • Oversee the Uniform Funding Cycle (UFC) and manage the Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) funding application process
  • Monitor and evaluate NPO compliance against signed Transfer Payment Agreements (TPA) and regulatory norms
  • Execute rapid response protocols following complaints or inquiries raised by executive authorities or the public
  • Facilitate the legal registration of care facilities in accordance with applicable provincial and national legislation
  • Manage complex stakeholder relationships across international, national, and local governmental spheres
  • Provide capacity building and training to service providers on existing legislative and policy frameworks
  • Perform high-level administrative functions and conduct research to stay abreast of global social work developments

Salary Detail

Remunaration

  • Grade 1: R453201 - R514470 PER ANNUM.
  • Grade 2: R535035 - R725754 PER ANNUM (OSD AS PRESCRIBED).

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms P Momoza at Tel No: (021) 483 4236

Reference No:

DSD 08/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: DSD 08/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The technical exercise typically tests your ability to analyze social legislation, draft policy briefs, or evaluate a mock NPO funding proposal/Transfer Payment Agreement for compliance issues.
Yes. Although this is a specialized OSD (Occupational Specific Dispensation) post, the department requires the nominated candidate to complete the NSG Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) prior to final appointment.
No. The requirement is strictly a minimum of 8 years of appropriate experience *after* your registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Experience gained during internship or prior to registration will not be counted toward this requirement.

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