Social Work Policy Developer

Closing Date

2026/01/26

Reference Number

WCG

Tracking Number

DSD 36/2025 R1

Job Title

Social Work Policy Developer: Services to Families, Ref No. DSD 36/2025 R1

Department

Social Development

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Mr T Kwakwini at

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town - CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Social Work Policy Developer to develop, implement and maintain community development policies and programmes in the Partial Care Sector for After School Care Programmes.

Minimum Requirements

Formal Tertiary Qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Conduct Financial and Governance assessments for existing and new NPOs; Financial and Governance Oversight; Administration and Analysis of Non-Financial Data (NFD); Compliance Monitoring and Regulatory Adherence; Conduct Stakeholder Engagement and Rapid Response.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Integrated knowledge and experience in the Partial Care Sector- After School Care; Policy Analysis and development; Community development; Legislation of local government; Integrated Development Planning; Legislation, policies and procedures governing Non-Profit Organisations (NPO); Management of, as well as types of programmes relevant to NPOs. Skills in the following: Mentoring and training; Facilitation skills; Project Management skills; Planning and organizing; Networking skills; Communication (written and verbal); Professional counselling skills; Financial management; Presentation skills; Monitoring and evaluation skills; Inter-sectoral collaboration and partnership skills; Intergovernmental relations skills; Ability to compile complex reports; Contract Management.

Remuneration

Grade 1: R – per annum; Grade 2: R – per annum (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.