social worker, Ref No. NCDOH 16/2026

Apply for SOCIAL WORKER (X1 POST) at department of department of co-operative governance, human settlements and traditional affairs. Closing date 2026-02-13.

Job Summary

Department: department of co-operative governance, human settlements and traditional affairs

Directorate: provincial administration: northern cape

Reference: NCDOH 16/2026

Closing Date: 2026-02-13

Salary: R 325,200

No Of Vacancy: 1

Province: northern cape

Centre: Namakwa District

Requirements

  • Formal Tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Arts) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP.
  • Registration with the SACSSP (South African Council for Social Service Profession) as a Social Worker.
  • A valid Driver's.
  • Experience: Grade 1: None.
  • Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years' experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP.
  • Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years' experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP.
  • Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years' experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP.
  • Valid Driver's license.

Duties

  • Establish social work services and network for the Institution and maintain communication with stakeholders.
  • Ensure that social work service with regard to the care, support and protection of individuals, groups, families through relevant programmes is rendered.
  • Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field.
  • Undertake social work research and development and contribute to the development of policies.
  • Render a holistic social work services to individual groups and community using all methods of social work practices.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of recommended interventions, reports on progress and identify.
  • Further amended interventions to address identified conditions.
  • Liaise / attend meetings with other departments and nongovernmental institutions to take 107 cognizance of the latest developments in the relevant fields.
  • Produce and maintain qualitative and quantitative records of social work interventions processes and Outcomes.
  • Implement social welfare programme in accordance with the need of the community and Government priorities.
  • Supervise all administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level of administrative functions.

Notes

  • The Department requests applicants to apply by submitting applications on the new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the DPSA web site link: http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp that should be accompanied by comprehensive CVs (previous experience must be expansively detailed).
  • Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application.
  • Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of interview following communication from HR.
  • As from 1 January 2021, applications received on the incorrect application form (Z83) will not be considered.
  • All required information on the Z83 application form must be provided.
  • Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
  • All shortlisted candidates including the SMS will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and shall undertake a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
  • The successful candidate will have to undergo full security vetting and will be appointed based on the positive outcome of the security clearance process, and the candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and annually disclose his or her financial interests.
  • All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with.
  • It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
  • If you apply for more than one post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for.
  • Correspondence will only be entered into with short- listed candidates within three (3) months after the closing date of the post.
  • If by then you have not been contacted for an interview, you were not successful in your application.
  • Important: The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
  • Women and persons with a disability are encouraged to apply.
  • It is the intention of the Department to promote representivity through the filling of posts.
  • The Department reserves the right not to fill a position.
  • Please note, that the personal information of each applicant will be solely used for recruiting purposes and will not be used by any other purposes as required by the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 13 Act effected on 1 July 2021.
  • Applicants are requested to submit their proof of registrations with applications.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

  • Grade 1: R325200 PER ANNUM 130
  • Grade 2: R397119 PER ANNUM
  • Grade 3: R477564.PER ANNUM
  • Grade 4: R585441 PER ANNUM

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr D. Grootboom, Ms. EA Cloete Tel No: (027) 712 1078 (Namakwa District)

Reference No:

NCDOH 16/2026

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: NCDOH 16/2026
  • 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.

For job applications in South Africa, you can easily access the official Z83 form in two convenient ways: Download Z83 (PDF) for a ready-to-use version, or choose the Editable New Z83 Form to complete online before printing. Both options ensure compliance with government requirements and save time during the application process.

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