DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
APPLICATIONS : Applications should be addressed to various institution as per the applicant’s
need:
Provincial Office, Charlotte Maxeke Treatment Centre and Dr Beyers
Naude Substance Abuse Centre: Please forward your application quoting the
relevant reference number, Department of Social Development, Old Standard
Bank Building Private Bag X20616, 14 Charlotte Maxeke & Wesburger Street,
Bloemfontein, 9300. Attention to AW Molalenyane or Email to
Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za

Mangaung Metro: Please forward your application quoting the relevant
reference number, Department of Social Development, P.O. Box 695,
Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand deliver to Department of Social Development,
Shop No:46, Lemo Mall, Dr Belcher Road, Bloemfontein, 9301 or Email to
Recruitment.mangaung@fssocdev.gov.za

Lejweleputswa: Please forward your application quoting the relevant
reference number hand deliver to Department of Social Development Macholo
Building, 05 Elizabeth Street, Welkom, 9460 or Email to
Recruitment.lejweleputswa@fssocdev.gov.za

Thabo Mofutsanyana: Please forward your application quoting the relevant
reference number, Department of Social Development, Corner of Moremoholo
& Setai Street, Old FDC Building, Setsing, 9870 or Email to
Recruitment.tmofutsanyana@fssocdev.gov.za,

Fezile Dabi District: Please forward your application quoting the relevant
reference number, P.O. Box1122, Kroonstad, 9595 or hand deliver to
Department of Social Development, KGI Building, 20 Cross Street, Kroonstad
or Email to Recruitment.Fdabi@fssocdev.gov.za

Xhariep District: Please forward your application quoting the relevant
reference number, Department of Social Development, 15 Dawid Street
Trompsburg 9913 or Email to Recruitment.Xhariep@fssocdev.gov.za

Winkie Direko Secure Care Centre: Please forward your application quoting
the relevant reference number, The Department of Social Development,
Private Bag x 20616, Bloemfontein 9300. Attention Ms. AW Molalenyane –
Human Resource Management (Recruitment Section) Old Standard Bank
Building, or place applications in an application box at Cnr Charlotte Maxeke
and West Burger Street, Old Standard Bank Building, Bloemfontein or Email to
Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za

Leratong Child & Youth Care Centre: Please forward your application
quoting the relevant reference number, Department of Social Development,
1809 Mokhethi Street Phuthaditjhaba 9866 or Email to
Recruitment.Leratong@fssocdev.gov.za

Matete Matches Secure Care Centre: Please forward your application
quoting the relevant reference number, Plot 39 Smaldeel Road, Maokeng,
9499 or hand deliver to Department of Social Development, Matete Matches,
Plot 39 Smaldeel Road, Maokeng, 9499 or Email to
Recruitment.Matete@fssocdev.gov.za

CLOSING DATE : 06 February 2026

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly complete Z83 form (effective from 01
January 2021) obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applicants are
not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents
on application but must submit a fully completed signed Z83 form and detailed
Curriculum Vitae. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification. A clear
indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be
indicated on your Z.83. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own
application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and
signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and
sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the
selection process.

All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be
completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is
acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the
question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must
be answered and declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with
detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83
application form is required. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit
certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or
before the interview date.

Applicants with foreign qualifications would be
required to submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification
Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the
requested documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be
limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six
(6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful.

Selected candidates will be subjected to a
personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification,
financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous
employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to
security clearance processes. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms
of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training
Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April
2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a
successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.

The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into
SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-preentry programme. The
competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies
using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. All shortlisted
candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on
the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an
integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Successful candidates will be
appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months.

Misrepresentation in
the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and
disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. It is
the department’s objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative
Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve
equitable representation across race and gender. In filling of these posts
gender equity and people living with disability will be highly considered to
adhere to the EE targets of the department. The Department reserves the right
to amend/ review/ withdraw advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of
the department will be well served. (Females and People with disabilities are
also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications).
MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 02/230 : CLEANER REF NO: DSDFS 36/26 (X4 POSTS)
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Provincial Office (Bloemfontein)
REQUIREMENTS : Junior Certificate or STD 8/Grade 10/ABET, or equivalent qualification.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. Knowledge of
basic safety and hygiene practices. Knowledge of infection control and hazard
monitoring. Interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Time management.

DUTIES : Provide cleaning services. Keep and maintain cleaning materials and
equipment. Request and manage the supply of cleaning materials and
equipment. Implement and maintain hygiene and infection prevention
measures.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Mahlaba at 066 485 9660

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POST 02/231 : GROUNDSMAN REF NO 37/26
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Beyers Naude Halfway House
REQUIREMENTS : Junior Certificate or STD 8/Grade 10/ABET or equivalent qualification. Good
communication skills (Verbal and written). An ability to work under pressure
and ability to work in a team. Knowledge of work procedures in respect of
working environment skills.

DUTIES : Maintain premises and surroundings. clean premises by providing gardening
services of routine nature, watering the garden, prune and trim flowers and
trees, mow the grass, remove weeds, and garden refuse, apply insecticides.
Cultivate the soil for trees and flowers, monitor and keep gardening equipment
and tools in good condition. Detect and report malfunctioning of gardening
equipment and tools. Repair minor defects of gardening equipment and tools.
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Masangane at 066 486 6906

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POST 02/232 : LAUNDRY AID REF NO 38/26
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Beyers Naude Halfway House
REQUIREMENTS : Junior Certificate or STD 8/Grade 10/AET/ABET, or equivalent qualification.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. Knowledge of
basic safety and hygiene practices. Knowledge of infection control and hazard
monitoring. Interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Time management.

DUTIES : Sorting items based on fabric type, colour and washing instructions. Operate
washing machines and dryers. Iron items, fold them neatly for storage and
deliver. Ensure maintenance of laundry equipment. Notify management of low
stock level. Keep laundry area organised and clean.
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Masangane at 066 486 6906