Job Description

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Social Work Policy Developer to develop, implement and maintain social work policies.
Minimum RequirementsFormal 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.
RecommendationNone.
Key Performance AreasProvide policy alignment services within the Department: Analyse and review existing social welfare and community development policies to ensure the alignment of policies within the Department: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures; Facilitate the implementation of transversal social welfare and community development policies and legislation; Manage the policy register; Provide advice and support on transversal matters that impact on policy development: Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant policies and procedures to ensure they align with the transversal policy imperatives; Provide input into the development of new social welfare and community development policies: Assess line-specific and other draft policies using assessment templates, the policy register and other available legislation; People Management: Participate in the recruitment and management of staff to ensure the achievement of the components Business Plan.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following:Extensive knowledge of applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles; Public Service procedures; People management practices; Labour relations; Financial management; Policy analysis and development; Knowledge of global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the PGWC; Skills in the following: Written and verbal communication; Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; People management planning; Problem solving; Facilitation; Presentation; Policy formulation; Policy analysis; Organising;Dispute resolution/conflict management; Interpersonal relationships; Analytical thinking; Strategic thinking; Financial and administration; Project management; Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy; Research.
RemunerationGrade 1: R 429 573 - R 487 650 per annum; Grade 2: R 507 198 - R 687 918 per annum (OSD as prescribed)Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contribution.
NotesOnly applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted.Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to 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 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. 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.

Western Cape Government