Head of Institutions x 4 Positions

HEAD OF INSTITUTIONS 4 POSTS
SALARY : R532 278 per annum (all-inclusive package which include basic salary of 70 % of
the package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the
package and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable
SMS guidelines per annum (per annum)
CENTRE : JW Luckoff, Igugulethu, Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa & Soshanguve
REF NO: SD/2015/02/30: JW Luckoff
REF NO: SD/2015/02/31: Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa
REF NO: SD/2015/02/32: Igugulethu
REF NO: SD/2015/02/33: Soshanguve
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. Current Registration in terms of the Social
Services Professions Act 110 of 1978 as amended. Good knowledge and
understanding of relevant legislation and regulation that governs the area of
work. Ten years of generic practice as a Social Work after registration with the
SACSSP. Minimum of 5 years management experience within the Social Welfare
environment in the Public Sector at a level of a Policy Developer or Supervisor.
Relevant exposure to management of Social Welfare Institutions. Valid Driver’s
license. Skills and Competencies. Good strategic planning and capability, change
management, financial management, project management skills. Strong client
orientation. Good conflict resolution and people management skills. Computer
literate. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

DUTIES : Management of the Institution in accordance with all applicable
legislations(including governance & stakeholder relations). Management of all
Social Welfare Service Delivery Programmes and all supporting professions in
the Institution. Management of all support functions (HR, SCM, Finance,
Auxiliary, etc). Provide strategic leadership to the institution, including operational
planning, performance monitoring and evaluations. Manage the development and
implementation of policies and standard operating procedure related to all core
and support functions. Manage Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement
processes in the Institution. Promote the development of children and youth care
services.
ENQUIRIES : Mr IB Vilakazi Tel: (011) 355 7693
NOTE : NB: All are encouraged to apply including those who previously applied.

APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number to – The
Gauteng Department of Social Development, 69 Commissioner Street,
Thusanong Building, Johannesburg or posted to- Private Bag X35,
Johannesburg, 2000
FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Serei, Tel- (011) 227 0079
CLOSING DATE : 27 February 2015
NOTE : ERRORS & OMISSIONS EXPECTED: The department reserves the right to fill or
not to fill these position(s). These appointments are subject to the signing of an
employment contract and performance contract On SMS posts a competency
assessment must be undergone and successful candidates will be required to
disclose their financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations.
Their character should be beyond reproach. Applications should be submitted on
Z83 form obtainable at any Public Service Department, accompanied by a CV
and certified copies of qualifications, ID and Driving license. Successful
candidates will have to undergo security vetting, screening and appointment is
subject to verification of qualifications. If you have not been contacted within 3
months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful, as correspondence will be limited into shortlisted
candidates only. Any appointment outside the Public Service is subject to a
Probation Period of 12 Months that can be extended.