Western Cape Department of Social Development Vacancies: Apply by 26 May 2025

The Western Cape Department of Social Development in the Western Cape Government is hiring for multiple vacancies across various disciplines, including social work, nursing, finance, and psychology. If you meet the qualifications and want to contribute meaningfully to public service, this is your chance to apply. All applications must be submitted online before the deadline.


Vacancy Details

EmployerDepartment of Social Development, Western Cape Government
Closing Date26 May 2025
LocationVarious locations, Western Cape, South Africa

Post Title: Social Work Manager: Programme Implement and Coordination (Metro North)

Ref No: DSD 25/2025
Salary: Grade 1: R970 686 – R1 109 877; Grade 2: R1 154 706 – R1 360 185 per annum
Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Social Work
  • Registered with SACSSP
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience post-registration
  • Valid driver’s license recommended
    Duties:
  • Deliver advanced community development services
  • Manage teams and oversee program implementation
  • Conduct complex research and supervise administration

Post Title: Psychologist: Facility Policy and Professional Services

Ref No: DSD 32/2025
Salary: Grade 1 to 3 ranging from R872 709 to R1 381 647 per annum
Requirements:

  • Master’s in Clinical Psychology
  • Registered with HPCSA
  • Up to 17 years’ experience depending on grade
    Duties:
  • Psychological assessments, supervision, research
  • Monitor therapeutic outcomes
  • Training and project management

Post Title: Social Work Supervisor: Service Delivery Teams (x5)

Ref No: DSD 30/2025
Salary: Grade 1: R477 564 – R561 378 per annum
Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Social Work
  • 7 years’ post-registration experience
  • Valid driver’s license recommended
    Duties:
  • Supervise teams and implement social programs
  • Conduct interventions, planning, and administrative work

Post Title: State Accountant: Financial Administration (Worcester)

Ref No: DSD 24/2025
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per annum
Requirements:

  • National Diploma or Degree in Finance
  • 2 years’ financial experience
    Duties:
  • Budget planning and expenditure management
  • Asset, procurement, and revenue handling

Post Title: Social Worker: Social Work Services (Milnerton)

Ref No: DSD 26/2025
Salary: R325 200 – R725 754 per annum depending on grade
Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Social Work
  • Registered with SACSSP
    Duties:
  • Deliver casework, group, and community services
  • Supervise auxiliary workers

Post Title: Social Worker: Older Persons

Ref No: DSD 28/2025
Salary: R325 200 – R725 754 per annum depending on grade
Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Social Work
  • Registered with SACSSP
    Duties:
  • Work with older persons and NPO compliance
  • Admin and service monitoring

Post Title: Professional Nurse: Facility Management (x2)

Ref No: DSD 33/2025
Salary: R324 384 – R620 662 per annum depending on grade
Requirements:

  • R425 Nursing qualification
  • Registered with SANC
    Duties:
  • Nursing care and health planning
  • Resource utilisation and stakeholder coordination

Post Title: Community Development Practitioner (x3 West Coast)

Ref No: DSD 17/2025
Salary: R278 169 – R543 120 per annum depending on grade
Requirements:

  • 3-year Diploma or Degree
  • Up to 20 years’ experience
    Duties:
  • Coordinate and implement community programs
  • Liaise with NGOs, government, and faith-based groups

Post Title: Staff Nurse: Professional Services (x2)

Ref No: DSD 27/2025
Salary: R220 614 – R382 107 per annum depending on grade
Requirements:

  • Registered as Enrolled Nurse with SANC
    Duties:
  • Basic nursing care
  • Assist with clinical procedures

Post Title: Nursing Assistant: Facility Management (Sivuyile) (x2)

Ref No: DSD 31/2025
Salary: R174 261 – R298 932 per annum depending on grade
Requirements:

  • Nursing Assistant Certificate
  • Registered with SANC
    Duties:
  • Basic patient care and hygiene
  • Support professional nurses

How to Apply

To apply and for more details, visit the Department of Social Development official website.