Job Vacancies at Limpopo Department of Social Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (05) years of proven experience at Middle / senior Managerial level.
• Proof of completion of SMS pre-entry programme must be submitted before appointment. Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Provide leadership and strategic direction in the district. Develop business plan in line with the strategic objective of the department. Develop and ensure the implementation of policies, norms and standards. Promote partnership for the delivery of primary social service. Manage Integrated Community Development Services in the District.
• Provide Population and Information Development Services at the District. Implement and monitor provision of Developmental Social Welfare Services at the District. Strengthen the technical capacity of the NGO’s to ensure effective implementation of the programmes.
• Provide financial support services in accordance with the relevant directives and legislation. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with the relevant directives and legislation. Overall management of services and administration of the district. Coordination with the relevant stakeholders for provision of integrated services. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor of Social Work at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions [SACSSP].
• A minimum experience of five (05) years of proven experience at Middle / Senior Managerial level. Proof of completion of SMS pre-entry programme must be submitted before appointment. Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Ensure the alignment of programmes to National and priorities policies. Monitor and ensure the implementation of the strategic plans. Set performance standards and benchmarks against which to measure achievement of programs.
• Align individual performance to the strategic business objectives as outlined in the Component’s balance scorecard. Implement and report on strategic frameworks in the area of functional responsibility. Ensure adherence to policies and procedures
• Promote an intergraded service delivery and ensure that service delivery is in line with the strategic objectives of the Department. Oversee the development of operational plans and Standard Operating Procedures. Promote compliance to ethical social work practice and professionalism. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF level 7 or equivalent qualification in Financial Management / Financial Accounting / Commerce / Cost & Management Accounting/Internal Auditing or equivalent qualification at as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (05) years of proven relevant experience at Middle/senior Managerial level. Proof of completion of SMS pre-entry programme must be submitted before appointment. Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities

DUTIES :

• Manage financial planning and budgeting processes. Manage the development and implementation of the departmental Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) budget. Provide strategic directions on financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes. Align financial plans with departmental strategic objectives and Annual Performance Plans (APP). Advise management on financial sustainability and fiscal risks. Manage and control budget implementation, expenditure monitoring and resource allocation.
• Manage the compilation of annual and adjustment budgets. Oversee the preparation of cash flow projections and revenue estimates. Coordinate budget hearings and engagements with Provincial Treasury and oversight bodies. Manage financial reporting and compliance services.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Ensure accurate and timely submission of In-Year Monitoring (IYM) reports). Manage NGO financial support and transfer payments. Develop frameworks and guidelines for NGO financial support services. Oversee the evaluation and allocation of financial transfers to NGOs. Ensure compliance of NGOs with funding agreements and financial reporting requirements. Manage financial capacity-building initiatives for funded NGOs. Monitor revenue management and financial risk control systems. Oversee revenue management processes and reporting. Monitor revenue collection performance and implement improvement strategies. Identify and mitigate financial risks affecting the department.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 6 or equivalent qualification in Development Studies / Diaconiology / Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Anthropology / Population Studies / Demography as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of 10 years’ recognizable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Develop annual capacity building plans aligned with departmental community development priorities. Identify training needs within communities and NPOs through assessments and stakeholder consultations. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programmes and recommend improvements.
• Facilitate internal departmental training on community development policies and NPO sector regulations. Provide mentorship and technical support to NPOs to improve service delivery. Evaluate training outcomes and implement improvements to training methodologies. Provide guidance and support to organizations applying for NPO registration.
• Conduct awareness campaigns on the requirements of the Non-profit Organizations Act, 1997. Assist organizations with amendments, renewals, and regulatory compliance requirements. Mobilise community stakeholders and NPOs to participate in special programmes and campaigns. Monitor the progress and impact of special programmes within communities. Ensure implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 6 or equivalent in Development Studies Development Studies / Diaconiology/ Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Anthropology / Population Studies / Demography as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in community development after obtaining the required qualification. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Develop the business plan in line with the strategic objectives of the department. Manage and coordinate activities of community development. Manage & Monitor activities of service providers.
• Manage sustainable livelihood information. Promote inter-sectoral collaboration to ensure integrated services. Formulate and manage the component’s budget against its strategic objectives.
• Develop, implement and maintain community development policies. Design and implement integrated development programmes that facilitate empowerment of communities towards sustainable livelihood. Manage physical, financial and human resources. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 6 or equivalent qualification in Development Studies / Diaconiology / Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Anthropology / Population Studies / Demography as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of eight (08) years’ appropriate experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Coordinate and develop youth empowerment programs (NYS). Provide outreach programmes for youth. Management of youth and women NPO’s. development policies and strategies for youth and women empowerment. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 6 or equivalent qualification in Development Studies / Diaconiology / Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Anthropology / Population Studies / Demography as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of eight (08) years’ appropriate experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Conduct capacity building on NPO’s and internal sector specific training programmes. Facilitate NPO’s registrations in line with NPO’s Act. Facilitate departmental special programmes. Monitor compliance with relevant prescripts. Monitor and update district database of NPO’s. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor of Social Work as recognised by SAQA. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
• A minimum experience of seven (07) years in social work after registration with the SACSSP. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Coordinate victim empowerment program. Coordinate Social welfare professional compliance and quality control. Coordinate human trafficking programmes.
• Supervise and advise social workers and social auxiliary workers. Conduct capacity building and skills development and enhancement. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor of Social Work as recognised by SAQA. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). A minimum experience of seven (07) years in social work after registration with the SACSSP. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. (with exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Facilitate community Home-Based care. Facilitate capacity building programmes for relevant stakeholders. Facilitate HIV/AIDS programmes. Facilitate social relief of distress. Conduct capacity building and skills development and enhancement for social workers. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor of Social Work as recognised by SAQA. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). A minimum experience of seven (07) years in social work after registration with the SACSSP. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. (with exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Coordinate family preservation services. Monitor and evaluate services to families. Facilitate and assess dysfunctional families. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor of Social Work as recognised by SAQA. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). A minimum experience of seven (07) years in social work after registration with the SACSSP. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. (with exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Ensure that social work services are rendered with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individual, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes. Ensure service compliance to norms and standards. Ensure social worker’s compliance with South African Council for Social Service Professions [SACSSP] projects.
• Supervise and advise social workers and social auxiliary workers. Coordinate and manage all programmes including transformation of social welfare services. Rendering support and mentoring social workers. Rendering counselling to clients. Monitoring and evaluation of non-profit organisations. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Qualifications and Competencies: An appropriate undergraduate qualification at NQF level 6 in Financial Management / Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• 3 - 5 years relevant experience on lower management / Supervisory level in Supply Chain Management. A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Develop the business plan in line with the strategic objectives of the department. Manage demand and acquisition. Ensure effective assets management.
• Provide purchasing and stores management. Provide transport management services within the institutions. Manage financial, administrative and related functions.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 6 or equivalent qualification in Development Studies / Diaconiology / Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Anthropology / Population Studies / Demography as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of seven (07) years’ appropriate experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities) 

DUTIES :

• Manage community development structures and projects. Supervise the identification, facilitation and implementation of integrated community development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders. Supervise and support community development practitioners to ensure that there are communication and coordination with all the relevant role players, internal and external. Perform administrative support on community development and related activities. Keep up to date with the new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 6 or equivalent qualifications in Financial Management / SCM / Procurement Management as recognised by SAQA. 2–3 years relevant experience. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Facilitate the requisition of quotations. Receive approved specifications/Terms of References (TORs) for advertisement of bids and invitation of quotations. Issue out requests for quotations. Closing of the bids and price quotations. Record bids & quotations in the receipt registers and compilation of the checklists. Facilitate bid specification and evaluation processes.
• Compile the appointment letters for bid evaluation and specification committee members. Serve as the secretariat of the bid evaluation and specification committees. Facilitate compliance with SCM prescripts. Facilitate departmental supplier database or CSD (Central Supplier Database) interface. Request quotations from suppliers. Receive, evaluate and adjudicate quotations. Supervise the subordinates. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor of Social Work as recognised by SAQA. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Render social work services with regard to care, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, group, families and communities. Provide individual and group counselling. Conduct advance and specialized assessment aimed at identifying condition and justify relevant intervention. Implement the recommendations on the appropriate intervention required to address the needs and provide continuous support. Produce and maintain records of social work interventions, processes and outcomes. Undertake social work research and development, contribute to and assist with the development of policies. Perform all the administrative functions required of the job. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 or equivalent qualification in Financial Management/SCM /Procurement Management as recognized by SAQA as recognised by SAQA. 1 - 2 years’ relevant experience. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Develop a purchasing plan or strategy. Purchase goods and services that meet user’s requirements. Ensure that contractual obligations are met. Administer the flow of orders as well as ensuring that all orders are invoiced. Receive and process requisition. Ensure that the service level agreements are met.
• Monitor and make quality assurance of the incoming and outgoing requisition. Ensure that requisitions are in line with the BEE as well as the South African Vendor Market Perform purchasing management services. Provide stores management services. Maintain record keeping in issuing and receiving of stock. Monitor stock-taking. Identify needs and prepare request to purchase. Ensure that stocktaking and stock counting is done appropriately.
• Ensure the stock take report is signed by the district head / Institution Head and all committee members and thereafter submit the report to the provincial office. Receive stock from the suppliers. Issuing of stock to customers. Coordinate disposal of damaged stock. Ensure alignment of physical stock against LOGIS.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognized NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualifications as recognised by SAQA. Qualifications/Certificate in Records and Archives will be an added advantage. A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Records/Registry. A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Supervise and provide registry counter services. Supervise the handling of incoming and outgoing correspondence. Supervise and render an effective filing and record management service.
• Supervise the operation and operate office machines in relation to the registry function. Supervise the processing and process documents for archiving and/disposal. Supervise human resources/staff. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF 6 or equivalent qualification in Development Studies / Diaconiology / Social Sciences / Community Development / Sociology / Anthropology / Population Studies / Demography as recognized by SAQA. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Identify and facilitate the implementation of integrated community development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate and liaise with pertinent role players and stakeholders to establish partnerships to ensure the sustainability of development actions within the community. Support communities and perform administrative support on community development and related activities. Keep abreast of new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognized Trade Test Certificate as recognised by SAQA. A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of people with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Maintain and repair of electricals in the facility. Identification of minor electrical faults. Construction of all minor electrical projects. Attend to job cards. Perform electrical related duties. Do electrical faults finding. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognized NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualifications as recognised by SAQA. Valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Render general clerical support services. Provide SCM clerical services. Provide financial admin support. Assist in collecting statistics. Intake client information. Filling of records. Distribute food parcels. Updating client register. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognized NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualifications as recognised by SAQA.

DUTIES :

• Facilitate Recruitment and Selection of Employees (Appointments, Security Background Checks, verification of qualifications, secretariat functions at interviews/shortlisting, probationary periods etc.).
• Administration of condition of service. Administration of Service Benefit. Facilitation of Transfers. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognized NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualifications as recognised by SAQA.

DUTIES :

• Provide registry counter services. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence. Render an effective filing and record management service. Operate office machines in relation to the registry function. Process documents for archiving and/ disposal. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognized NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification and Social Auxiliary Certificate. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).

DUTIES :

• Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant departmental programmes.
• Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. Keep abreast with new developments in the social work and social services field. Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Junior Certificate or STD 8/Grade 10/AET/ABET, or equivalent qualification.

DUTIES :

• Provide cleaning services. Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment. Request and manage the supply of cleaning materials and equipment. Implement and maintain hygiene and infection prevention measures. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Junior Certificate or STD 08/Grade 10/ AET / ABET or equivalent qualification.

DUTIES :

• Maintain premises and surrounding. Clean premises and surrounding. Empty dirty bins. Maintain the garden. Watering the garden. Prune and trim flowers and trees. Mow the grass
• . Remove weeds and garden refuse. Apply insecticides. Cultivate the soil for trees and flowers. Maintain gardening equipment’s and tools. Detect and report malfunctioning of gardening equipments and tools. Repair minor defects of gardening equipment and tools.