The Northern Cape Department of Social Development is inviting qualified individuals to apply for 44 Social Worker posts across multiple districts. These positions are open to new graduates with no prior experience, making it an ideal opportunity for those entering the field of social work.
Closing Date: 24 July 2025 at 16:00
Location: Various districts across the Northern Cape
Salary:
- 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: applications-dsd@ncpg.gov.za
- Namakwa District: applications-dsd-nam@ncpg.gov.za
- Z.F. Mgcawu District: applications-dsd-zfm@ncpg.gov.za
- John Taolo Gaetsewe District: applications-dsd-jtg@ncpg.gov.za
- Frances Baard District: applications-dsd-fb@ncpg.gov.za
- Pixley ka Seme District: applications-dsd-pks@ncpg.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
Submit to the respective offices listed in the official circular. Applicants must sign the application register when delivering by hand.
Contact for Enquiries
- Namakwa: Ms. Claudette Farmer – 071 220 8407 / (027) 712 8612
- ZFM District: Ms. Charmaine Vos – 082 442 9391
- John Taolo Gaetsewe: Ms. Nomatjala Mahumapelo – 082 465 0489 / (053) 712 1549
- Frances Baard: Ms. Thembeka Mbethane – 060 978 7981 / (053) 872 0773
- Pixley Ka Seme: Ms. Zine Motsatsi – 063 698 2850 / (053) 631 5008
Employment Equity:
The Department aims to promote representivity across race, gender, and disability in all occupational categories.