TRAFFIC Gauteng

DIRECTOR: CWP IMPLEMENTATION LIMPOPO REF NO: D-CWPI-LP-02

Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs of South Africa

Job Description

Salary

SALARY: R1 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS: A National Senior Certificate and an undergraduate qualification in Social Sciences, Public Administration or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years' experience at middle / senior management level in the relevant field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software packages (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Excel and Outlook etc.). The Nyukela Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme is to be completed before appointment to the post. A valid driver's license. Intensive travelling.

Core Competencies
  • Strategic capacity and leadership
  • People Management and Empowerment
  • Programme and project management
  • Financial management
  • Change management
  • Knowledge management
  • Service delivery innovation
  • Problem solving and analysis
  • Client orientation and customer focus
  • Communication (verbal and written)
Technical Competency

In-depth Knowledge of: Community work Programme

Duties

DUTIES: The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Coordinate the implementation of the CWP processes, policies, frameworks, norms and standard and maintenance of work opportunities. Ensure implementation of CWP training programme. Ensure implementation and reporting of CWP to ensure contract management compliance. Coordinate and monitor CWP site inception, implementation, and management. Facilitate the establishment, management of partnerships and special projects in the assigned provinces.

Enquiries

ENQUIRIES: Mr F Makhubu Tel No:

Applications

APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: For application enquiries contact: To the T Recruitment at

Closing Date

CLOSING DATE: 27 March 2026

Note

NOTE: Applicants are advised that a new application for employment (Z83) has been in effect since 1 January 2021. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be accepted. Applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, with specific starting and ending dates in all relevant positions and clarity on the levels and ranks pertaining to experience, as well as current remuneration package, as well as at least 2 contactable references. A recommended CV template is available on the department's website on , click on the jobs tab. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified documents/ copies on or before the interviews. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 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. Following the interview and technical exercise(s), the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Core competencies: Strategic capacity and leadership. People management and empowerment. Advanced programme and project management. Change management. Financial management. Process Competencies: Knowledge management. Service Delivery Innovation. Advanced problem-solving and analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Advanced communication skills (written and verbal). The successful candidate will be appointed to positive results of a pre-employment screening process which includes criminal, credit, citizenship checks and verification of educational qualification certificates. The successful candidate will be appointed to probation for a period of 12 months and will be required to sign a performance agreement. It is important to note that it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all information and attachments in support of the application are submitted by the due date. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right to make an appointment. The requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the successful completion of Senior Management Preentry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, which can be accessed using the following link: Candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course prior to appointment. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About This Role

Career insights for Social and Community Service Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
R51,590/month
R32,429 to R77,387/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Service Orientation Social Perceptiveness Active Learning Active Listening Complex Problem Solving
Common Technologies
Corel WordPerfect Office X9 HCL Notes (formerly IBM Notes) Microsoft Excel 365 Microsoft PowerPoint 365 CRM Systems (Various) Claris FileMaker Microsoft Access 365 HCPCS (Still in use, updated annually)

Job Overview

Date Posted
28 Mar 2026
Location
Gauteng, South Africa

Social and Community Service Managers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R51,590/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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