Free State Department of Social Development Vacancies: Apply by 20 March 2026

The Free State Department of Social Development is inviting qualified and interested candidates to apply for several government job opportunities before the closing date. These Free State Department of Social Development Vacancies include management, finance, labour relations, and human resource posts based mainly in Bloemfontein. Applicants must submit a completed new Z83 form and a detailed CV before the deadline.

Employer	Free State Department of Social Development
Closing Date	20 March 2026
Location	Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Centre Manager: Thekolohelong Welfare Centre

Reference No: DSDFS 41/26
Salary: R896 436 per annum
Centre: Thekolohelong Welfare Centre

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work.
Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
Minimum of 6 to 10 years relevant working experience.
Computer literacy.
Valid driver’s licence.

Duties

Manage the Residential Care Centre.
Facilitate and plan development programmes for the elderly.
Implement strategic and operational plans.
Ensure budget planning, administration and financial management.
Monitor development of internal policies.
Manage integrated development and therapeutic services for elderly persons.
Ensure good governance and effective management of systems, processes and personnel.

Deputy Director: Salaries and Transfer Payments

Reference No: DSDFS NO 09/26
Salary: R896 436 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF Level 6.
3 years relevant experience in Financial Accounting at supervisory or management level.
Valid driver’s licence.
Extensive knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
Knowledge of BAS, PERSAL and salary payroll management.

Duties

Manage salary administration and transfer payments sub-directorates.
Monitor policy and legislative frameworks.
Develop and maintain policies and processes.
Ensure efficient payment of compensation of employees, goods and services, transfers and subsidies.
Oversee debt management.
Provide financial administration and accounting services.
Supervise staff and ensure quality of work.

Assistant Director: Financial Accounting (Banking and Revenue)

Reference No: DSDFS11/26
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF Level 6.
Valid driver’s licence.
Minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience.

Duties

Monitor collection and safekeeping of monies.
Oversee receipt and recording of revenue.
Ensure bank reconciliations are completed correctly.
Verify electronic transfer payments and source documents.
Monitor income against budget.
Review disclosure notes on revenue collection.
Supervise staff and ensure quality service delivery.

Assistant Director: Financial Accounting (Bookkeeping Services)

Reference No: DSDFS 12/26
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF Level 6.
Valid driver’s licence.
Minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience.

Duties

Oversee verification of source documents.
Ensure quality assurance of transactions on LOGIS and BAS.
Ensure expenditure is within budget.
Oversee creditor reconciliations and payment requests.
Authorise payments of goods and services.
Supervise staff and ensure quality of work.

Assistant Director: Financial Planning Budget Monitoring and Reporting

Reference No: DSDFS 27/26
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF Level 6.
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Public Sector Financial Administration.
Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and public sector budgeting.
High level of computer literacy, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Duties

Facilitate budget planning and budget-related documents.
Ensure all budget processes comply with PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
Compile accurate expenditure reports and presentations.
Monitor budget trends, commitments, deviations and projections.
Assist programme managers with budget management.
Manage SCOA segments, BAS codes, virements and related reporting.

Assistant Director: Labour Relations

Reference No: DSDFS 42/26
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Labour Relations or equivalent qualification.
3 to 4 years’ experience in misconduct investigations, grievances, conciliation and arbitration.
Valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge of Labour Relations Act, collective agreements, Public Service Act and Regulations, DPSA guidelines, CCMA, PSCBC and GPSSBC processes.
Willingness to travel and work extended hours.

Duties

Assist with development of labour relations policies.
Conduct investigations into misconduct and grievances.
Advise management on labour relations matters.
Represent the department in bilateral discussions with labour unions.
Perform administrative and related functions.
Manage resources and supervise staff.

Senior Human Resource Officer (X3 Posts)

Reference No: DSDFS 31/26
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Public Management or equivalent.
Valid driver’s licence.
3 to 5 years’ experience in Human Resource Administration.
Extensive knowledge of PERSAL and PERSAL training courses in Service Conditions, HR Provisioning and Service Termination.
Knowledge of registry duties, record storage and retrieval procedures.

Duties

Supervise implementation and maintenance of human resource administration practices.
Manage HR provisioning, appointments, transfers and probationary periods.
Implement conditions of service benefits.
Approve PERSAL transactions according to delegation.
Prepare reports on HR administration and statistics.
Handle HR enquiries and service termination processes.

Labour Relations Officer

Reference No: DSDFS 43/26
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Labour Relations or equivalent qualification.
Valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge of Labour Relations legislation, Public Service processes, CCMA, PSCBC and GPSSBC.

Duties

Handle misconduct cases, grievances and disputes.
Advise management on labour relations matters.
Capture misconduct, grievance and dispute information on the employee relations management information system.
Provide secretariat services to the Departmental consultative committee.

Human Resource Practitioner: Human Resource Planning

Reference No: DSDFS 44/26
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

Requirements

National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Public Management or equivalent.
1 to 2 years relevant experience in Human Resource Planning.
Valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge of Human Resource environment, policies, strategies and HR legislation.

Duties

Participate in development and implementation of HR policies.
Present and coordinate information sessions in the department.
Render human resource advisory services.
Participate in development of the three-year MTEF Plan.
Support compliance with the Employment Equity Plan.

How to Apply

To apply for these Free State Department of Social Development Vacancies, submit:

A fully completed and signed new Z83 form
A detailed Curriculum Vitae

Applications must clearly quote the relevant reference number and be sent to:

Email: Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
Postal Address: Department of Social Development, Private Bag X20616, Bloemfontein, 9300
Hand Delivery: Application box at Corner Charlotte Maxeke and West Burger Street, Old Standard Bank Building, Bloemfontein

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents before the interview date.