Vacancies Available at Limpopo Department of Social Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Development Studies/Social Science or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of Five (05) years of proven experience at Senior Management level within the environment. Pre-entry Nyukela Certificate for SMS will be requested upon the appointment. A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Provide leadership and high-level strategic direction and policy in the Department. Guide and provide effective managerial and strategic co-ordination in Corporate Services.
• Overall management of the Strategic Management, Communication Services, Transformation and transversal services, Information Technology Services, Human Resource Management and Development.
• Coordinate legal strategies to obtain maximum impact on the Department’s services delivery.
• Manage and utilize resources in accordance with the relevant directive and legislation. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Architecture, Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying: Built Environment or equivalent as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of Five (05) years of proven experience in Infrastructure Management at Middle / Senior Management level.
• Pre-entry Nyukela Certificate for SMS will be requested upon the appointment.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Provide leadership and high-level strategic direction in the division.
• Co-ordinate and manage the preparation and execution of building projects and the implementation of priority list planning program.
• Develop, implement and monitor the maintenance plan of physical facilities.
• Develop advice and monitor the implementation of policies dealing with the management of physical facilities.
• Manage and monitor the implementation of capital works program.
• Manage and utilize human resource in accordance with relevant directive and legislation. Formulate and manage the component’s budget against its strategic objectives.
• Manage financial, administrative and related functions. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of Five (05) years of proven experience in one of the units under Human Resource Management & Development e.g., Human Resource Practice & Administration, PMDS, Employee Relations, Human Resource Development & Training, Human Resource Planning & Information at Middle / Senior Management level.
• Pre-entry Nyukela Certificate for SMS will be requested upon the appointment. A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Provide leadership and strategic direction in the division.
• Co-ordinate and oversee the implementation of learnerships, internship, & coaching programs. Manage and effectively implement Human Resource Practice and Administration.
• Manage Human Resource Planning and Information. Manage Performance Management and Development. Manage Employee Relations.
• Manage financial, administrative and related functions. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of Five (05) years of proven experience at Middle / Senior Management level. Pre-entry Nyukela Certificate for SMS will be requested upon the appointment.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Provide leadership and strategic direction in the division.
• Develop the business plan in line with the strategic objectives of the department.
• Provide corporate, liaison service and internal communication. Management of website and intranet.
• Manage financial, administrative and related functions. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of Five (05) years of proven experience at Middle / Senior Management level in Strategic Management and/or Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Pre-entry Nyukela Certificate for SMS will be requested upon the appointment. A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Manage the development of internal prescripts for Strategic Management and Internal Monitoring and Evaluation as guided by national policies/frameworks.
• Coordinate the conducting of evaluation and impact studies. Develop electronic systems for data collection, M&E and reporting. Implement M&E governance Structures and related systems and processes. Conduct research to inform the development of the department’s strategic plans.
• Coordinate and Compile all related documents related to Strategic Planning and M&E which include, Strategic, Annual and Operational Plans. Compile related reports for submission to the different control points and presentation to the management structures. Coordinate the Strategic and Operational Planning and Review Sessions.
• Conduct assessments of the department’s effectiveness and efficiency in supporting the attainment of its service delivery which include institutional and productivity measurement assessments as prescribed in the Public Service Regulations. Conduct training and capacity building for managers and staff and provide technical assistance and support.
• Manage the operations, systems and processes of the directorate. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Information Management / Information Technology / Information Science / Computer Science or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of Five (05) years of proven experience at Middle / Senior Management level in Government Information Technology Office.
• Pre-entry Nyukela Certificate for SMS will be requested upon the appointment.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Align the department’s information management (information management systems included) and information technology (as enabler) strategy with the strategic direction, management plans and the business processes of the department, with due consideration of the strategic direction of the Government.
• Develop departmental supporting information management and information technology enabler policies and strategies, regulations, standards, norms, guidelines, best practices and procedures, derived from the national information management and information technology policy and strategy, standards and norms developed by the GITO Council and DPSA, but focussed on the specific requirements of the department.
• Represent the relevant department at the GITO Council. Promote effective management of information and information technology as enabler as a strategic resource.
• Manage the SITA relationship: This entails control of the Business Agreement (BA) and Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) with SITA and/or other suppliers of information management and information technology goods and services. Utilization of security mechanisms and ensure compliance to the relevant regulatory framework.
• Responsible for ensuring development and training of the members in the department in relevant information technology matters. Manage Auxiliary Services. Manage Records Management.
• Manage Financial, Administrative and related functions. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Logistics / Public Administration / Public Management or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience within the environment of which three (03) years must be at Junior Management (Level 9/10) / Middle Management level.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Develop the operational plan in line with the strategic objective of the Department.
• Provide telecommunication services in the province. Manage TV licenses and DSTV in the province.
• To manage parking services, Helpdesk, cleaning services and landscaping.
• To manage lease equipment, lease building and state housing accommodation.
• Manage key accounts and budget for the section. Manage financial, administrative and related functions. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Recognized Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Social Work or equivalent 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.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. (with the 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 :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Human Resource Management / Human Resource Development / Public Management / Administration or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. PERSAL certificate/results.
• A minimum of three (03) years’ experience in Performance Management and Development System at a Supervisory (Level 7/8) / Junior managerial level.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Manage the implementation of the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS). Provide reports on performance agreements, mid-year reviews and annual assessments submitted by all staff.
• Facilitate the awarding of performance incentives. Facilitate the issuing of memoranda reminding staff to submit PMDS documents.
• Manage non-compliance with the submission of PMDS documents. Facilitate the submission of PMDS reports. Manage the PMDS database.
• Communicate determinations and directives on the implementation of the PMDS policy. Develop/review the departmental PMDS. Conduct information sessions.
• Implement the probation instrument for assessing the performance of SMS and non-SMS employees whose appointments have not yet been confirmed.
• Facilitate remedial actions/enhancement plans to address underperformance. Facilitate PMDS disputes and appeals. Manage human and financial resources. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Recognized Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Social Work or equivalent as recognised by SAQA.
• Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
• A minimum experience of eight (08) years in social work after registration with the SACSSP.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. (with exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Develop and ensure the implementation of policies, strategic plan and operational plan.
• Facilitate implementation of the Children’s Act 38 of 2005. Facilitate compliance to child protection services norms and standards.
• Manage and coordinate provision of Child Protection Services.
• Manage and implement the Child Protection Register Facilitate capacity building of officials and stakeholders on child protection services.
• Facilitate development of Child and Youth Care Centre policies. Manage registration of Child and Youth Care Centres.
• Facilitate development and implementation of programmes in Child and Youth Care Centres.
• Facilitate compliance of Child and Youth Care Centres to norms and standards.
• Facilitate and manage intersectoral collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Facilitate monitoring of child protection services and Child and Youth Care Centres. and coordination for provision of child protection services. Manage financial, administrative and related functions. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate undergraduate qualification at NQF level 6 in Supply Chain Management / Public Management / Administration / Finance or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of two (02) to three (03) years appropriate experience in Supply Chain Management. Experience in Asset Management will be an add advantage.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Ensure that assets are properly accounted for in the Asset Register and complies with National Treasury Guidelines.
• Update new additions, movements, transfers and disposals. Reconcile BAS with the Asset Register on monthly basis.
• Monitor all entries made on the Asset Register as per minimum requirements. Retiring of all losses and disposed assets in the register. Update inventory lists.
• Ensure that asset policies and procedures guidelines are implemented and ensure compliance thereof. Ensure that the Department’s asset requirements are included in the budget. Perform quarterly asset count.
• Conduct Bi –annual physical verification of movable assets and reconcile against the Asset Register. Implement and manage registers for Finance Leases.
• Verify the existence of Finance Leases and prepare monthly reconciliation between Bas and amortization tables versus the Finance Leases register.
• Ensure reconciling items are cleared. Ensure proper annual reporting and reconciliations. Quality assurance of asset management processes. Supervise the subordinates.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities)

DUTIES :

• Render an advanced and specialized social work services with regard to care, protection and development of children and youth in the centre. 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.
• Management of child and youth care information management system (CYCA) 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF level 6 in Financial Management / Business Management / Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (01) to two (02) years’ experience in Supply Chain Management. Experience in Demand and/or Acquisition will be an added advantage.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Maintain demand management plans to address possible future needs.
• Ensure acquisition management services. Ensure that the procurement of goods and services is in line with approved procurement plans.
• Coordinate the integration of the procurement plans. Ensure that the procurement processes are fully complaint with the SCM prescribed policies and prescripts.
• Ensure that conducting and benchmarking with best practice. Conduct market research to establish new technologies.
• Receive requisitions/Log2 and check correctness of the specifications and advise accordingly. Supervise the subordinates. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate undergraduate qualification at NQF level 6 or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (01) to two (02) years experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in Purchasing and/or Stores will be an added advantage.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities). 

DUTIES :

• Perform purchasing management services.
• Provide stores management services.
• Maintain record keeping in issuing and receiving of stock.
• Monitor stock-taking. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate undergraduate qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA with Accounting as a major subject.
• A minimum of one (01) to two (02) years appropriate experience in Financial Accounting and/or Budgeting.
• Experience in Financial Budgeting and/or Debt Management will be an added advantage.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Assist in providing proper financial budgeting.
• Ensure the management of conditional grants and donor funding through the appropriate processes.
• Ensure effective revenue and debt management in the District.
• Advise on virement of funds in terms of PFMA. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate undergraduate qualification at NQF level 6 in Records / Archives / Information Science / Public Administration / Public Management or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (01) to two (02) years appropriate experience in Registry / Record Management.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Monitor and control Departmental Correspondence.
• Supervise the overall use of file plan in registry.
• Develop, implement and maintain the file tracking schedule.
• Records Classification in Central Registry.
• Supervise the subordinates

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate undergraduate qualification at NQF level 6 in Computer Science / Information Science / Information Technology or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (01) to two (02) years appropriate experience in Information Technology.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities).

DUTIES :

• Monitor information system.
• Monitor information technology with SITA. Implement National legislation of Information Technology.
• Maintenance and updating of IT systems and network.
• Monitor and advise on the appropriate Information Technology infrastructure. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Recognized Bachelor’s degree (NQF 6) in Social Science or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A 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.
• Liaise and co-ordinate with all relevant role players, internal and external and stakeholders (e.g. in departments/provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organisations) to facilitate collaboration and 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 up to date with new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognised NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification and a FET Certificate in child and youth care equivalent to an NQF Level 4 qualification registered with SAQA.
• A minimum of ten (10) years appropriate experience in the child and youth care after obtaining the Child & youth care qualification.
• Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) 

DUTIES :

• Facilitate and supervise (secure) the caring for and life space interventions of children and young people.
• Participate in the multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise staff to ensure an effective care service. Perform clerical/ administrative function.
• Keep up to date with new developments in the child and youth care field.
• Management of Child & Youth Care information management system (CYCA). 

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REQUIREMENTS :

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

DUTIES :

• Rendering a variety of administrative duties. Assist in collecting statistics.
• Intake client information. Filling of records.
• Distribute food parcel. Updating client register. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

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

DUTIES :

• Allocate vehicles on daily basis. Check the vehicle conditions.
• Ensure utilization of provided registers.
• Ensure cleaning of vehicles. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate recognised 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 08/Grade 10/ AET / ABET or equivalent qualification. Ability to read and write.

DUTIES :

• Reproduce official documentation according to the Employees’ request.
• Ensure that all photocopy machines, binding machines etc. are in good condition.
• Make requisition for photocopying materials, and work with office machine and equipment providers to schedule routine service appointments with their technicians in order to ensure continuous optimal operations and efficiency.