Website Northern Cape Department of Social Development
The mission of the Northern Cape Department of Social Development is to ensure the provision of comprehensive social protection services against vulnerability and poverty within the constitutional and legislative framework, and create an enabling environment for sustainable development. The Department further aims to deliver integrated, sustainable and quality services, in partnership with all those committed to building a caring society.
Social Workers Vacancies at Northern Cape Department of Social Development in Various districts across the Northern Cape.
- Grade 1: R325 200 per annum (No experience required)
- Grade 2–4: Up to R585 441 per annum (based on years of experience)
Reference Numbers: See breakdown by district below
Minimum Requirements
- Senior Certificate / Matric
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (or equivalent, SAQA-recognised)
- Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
- Valid driver’s license
- No experience needed for Grade 1 positions
- Up to 30 years’ experience required for Grades 2–4
Key Competencies
- Knowledge of social work theory, intervention methods, and legislation
- Ability to support vulnerable individuals, families, and communities
- Strong report-writing, communication, and analytical skills
- Computer literacy
- Ethical conduct and professional discretion
Main Duties
- Deliver social work services across casework, group work, and community work
- Address social instability and vulnerability
- Supervise and support social auxiliary workers
- Stay current through continuous professional development
- Perform administrative functions linked to social services
Vacancies Available (44 Posts)
Namakwa District
- Kamiesberg (3) – Ref: SW/KAMIES/NAMA/2/25
- Karoo Hoogland (3) – Ref: SW/KHL/NAMA/3/25
- Hantam (2) – Ref: SW/HANT/NAMA/4/25
- Khai-Ma (2) – Ref: SW/KM/NAMA/5/25
- Nama-Khoi (3) – Ref: SW/NMK/NAMA/6/25
- Richtersveld (1) – Ref: SW/RTV/NAMA/7/25
- Kamiesberg (Probation) (1) – Ref: SWPROBATION/KAM/NAMA/8/25
- Richtersveld (GBV) (1) – Ref: SWGBV/RICHTER/NAMA/9/25
Zwelintlanga Fatman Mgcawu District
- Daniëlskuil (2) – Ref: SW/DAN/ZFM/10/25
- Keimoes (1) – Ref: SW/KEI/ZFM/11/25
- Kakamas (1) – Ref: SW/KKS/ZFM/12/25
- Augrabies (1) – Ref: SW/AUG/ZFM/13/25
- Dawid Kruiper (3) – Ref: SW/DK/ZFM/14/25
- Groblershoop (Probation) (1) – Ref: SWPROBATION/GROB/ZFM/15/25
- Kenhardt (Probation) (1) – Ref: SWPROBATION/KEN/ZFM/16/25
- Upington (GBV) (1) – Ref: SWGBV/UPT/ZFM/17/25
- Keimoes (GBV) (1) – Ref: SWGBV/KEIM/ZFM/18/25
- Postmasburg (GBV) (1) – Ref: SWGBV/POST/ZFM/19/25
John Taolo Gaetsewe District
- Gasegonyane (3) – Ref: SW/GASE/JTG/20/25
Frances Baard District
- Sol-Plaatjie (5) – Ref: SW/SOL/FB/21/25
Pixley Ka Seme District
- Emthanjeni (2) – Ref: SW/EMTHA/PKS/22/25
- Siyancuma (3) – Ref: SW/SIYA/PKS/23/25
- Hopetown (Probation) (1) – Ref: SWPROBATION/HOPE/PKS/24/25
- Douglas (Probation) (1) – Ref: SWPROBATION/DOUG/PKS/25/25
How to Apply
Submit Your Application With:
- Completed and signed Z83 form (downloadable at www.dpsa.gov.za)
- Detailed CV
- Certified copies of ID, qualifications, and driver’s license
Application Methods:
Email Submissions (based on district):
- Provincial Office: [email protected]
- Namakwa District: [email protected]
- Z.F. Mgcawu District: [email protected]
- John Taolo Gaetsewe District: [email protected]
- Frances Baard District: [email protected]
- Pixley ka Seme District: [email protected]
Hand Delivery:
Submit to the respective offices listed in the official circular. Applicants must sign the application register when delivering by hand.