Deputy Director: Local Service Office
Department of Social Development (Eastern Cape) · Joe Gqabi: Maletswai Local Service Office, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Closes 13 November
- Location
- Joe Gqabi: Maletswai Local Service Office, Eastern Cape, South Africa
- Salary
- R932 292 to R1 098 195 per year
- Posted
- 31 October 2026
- Closing date
- 13 November 2026
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About the job
REF NO: DSD 03/11/2026 REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate plus a Bachelor’s degree/National Diploma (NQF Level 6/7) in Public Administration, Social Work, Social Sciences, Development Studies or an equivalent qualification. 3- 5 years’ relevant experience at Assistant Director level. A driver’s licence is a prerequisite. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of the Social Development Sector. Understanding of the legislative framework relevant to the Social Development Sector. Sound knowledge of financial, human resource and supply chain management. Good planning, organisational and decision-making skills. Strategic capability and leadership skills. Excellent management and empowerment skills. Service delivery innovation. Client and customer orientation. Understanding of the Batho Pele principles. Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate at all levels. A developmental approach and a clear understanding of South African policies on social transformation and community development. NOTE: EE Target: Coloured Male DUTIES: Be responsible for the overall management and control of the area. Manage developmental social welfare and community development services. Manage financial, human resource and supply chain functions. Provide support to the community to promote self -sustainability and integrated development. Develop, monitor and evaluate the area. Consolidate Programme reports. Analyse and report on emerging trends. Develop, monitor and evaluate area annual and operational plans. SALARY: R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), all -inclusive remuneration package. CENTRE: Joe Gqabi: Maletswai Local Service Office ENQUIRIES: Joe Gqabi enquiries may be directed to Ms P . Tsuputse Tel No: (051) 633 9715 e-Recruitment Technical Support: Recruitment@ecdsd.gov.za
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