The Limpopo Department of Social Development is calling on qualified candidates to submit their applications for various positions available in different locations. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a dedicated team! Apply now and make a difference!

POSITIONS:

• SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES = 01 POST
• SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: CHILDREN AND FAMILIES = 01 POST
• SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE CENTRE GRADE 1 = 01 POST
• MANAGER SOCIAL WORK POLICY: SUBSTANCE ABUSE = 01 POST
• MANAGER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POLICY GRADE 1: POVERTY ALLEVIATION & SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD GRADE 1 = 01 POST
• ASSISTANT MANAGER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRADE 1: POVERTY ALLEVIATION AND SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD SERVICES = 05 POSTS
• OPERATIONAL MANAGER: NURSING GRADE 1 = 01 POST
• SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR GRADE 1 = 15 POSTS
• SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR GRADE 1: NON-INSTITUTIONALISED HIV/AIDS & SOCIAL RELIEF = 01 POST
• SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR GRADE 1: CARE & SUPPORT TO FAMILIES = 01 POST
• SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR GRADE 1: CHILD PROTECTION SERVICES = 01 POST
• SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR GRADE 1: OLDER PERSONS & PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES = 02 POSTS
• SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR GRADE 1: SERVICE STANDARDS, QUALITY ASSURANCE & GOVERNANCE = 01 POST
• COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR GRADE 1= 10 POSTS
• OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST GRADE 1 = 01 POST
• SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 = 12 POSTS
• CHIEF REGISTRY CLERK: PERSONNEL RECORD = 02 POSTS
• PERSONAL ASSISTANT = 02 POSTS
• PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 = 05 POSTS
• COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER GRADE 1 = 02 POSTS
• CHILD & YOUTH CARE SUPERVISOR GRADE 1 = 01 POST
• LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER = 01 POST
• ARTISAN (PRODUCTION) GRADE A = 05 POSTS
• HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK = 02 POSTS
• ADMINISTRATION CLERK: ASSET MANAGEMENT = 02 POSTS
• ADMIN CLERK: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT = 01 POST
• STAFF NURSE GRADE 1 = 02 POSTS
• OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSITANT GRADE 1 = 01 POST
• CHILD AND YOUTH CARE TEAM LEADER = 03 POSTS
• LAUNDRY AID SUPERVISOR = 01 POST
• SOCIAL AUXILIARY WORKER GRADE 1 = 02 POSTS
• CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER GRADE 1 = 14 POSTS
• DRIVER = 01 POST
• HOUSEHOLD AID = 02 POSTS
• LAUNDRY AID = 03 POSTS
• FOOD SERVICE AID = 01 POST
• GROUNDSMAN/WOMAN = 10 POSTS
• CLEANER = 10 POSTS

DEPARTMENTAL CIRCULAR NO 28 OF 2025

Applicants are hereby invited to apply for the funded vacant posts as advertised per the attached “Annexure A”.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications through the Departmental website at https://www.dsd.limpopo.gov.za/?q=node/12, however, hand delivery applications are acceptable and must be submitted on the new Z83 application form obtained from all Government Departments or can be downloaded from www.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za / www.labour.gov.za.

The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. In Part B, all fields should be completed in full except the following: South African applicants need not provide passport numbers. If an applicant responded “No” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private company conducting business with the State? Then it is acceptable for an applicant to indicate not applicable or leave blank to the question. If yes (provide detail), “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interest?”. Applicants may leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Noting there is limited space provided for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application of employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein. The questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered.

Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Applicants are not required to submit certified copies of educational qualifications, academic records, Identity documents and a valid motor vehicle driver’s license (where required) but must submit a duly completed Z83 application for employment form, and a detailed CV. Copies of educational qualifications, academic records, Identity documents and a valid motor vehicle driver’s license (where required) will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One shall be a practical exercise and the other shall be an Integrity [Ethical Conduct], an Assessment as per Directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalization effective from 01 April 2024.

The successful candidate will be subjected to security clearance [Vetting] as per the Directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalization effective from 01 April 2024.

NB: Applicants are encouraged to comply with Practice note on the Z83 application for employment DPSA Circular 19 of 2022, Clarification regarding the completion of Z83 application DPSA circular 3 of 2025 and other related matters.

Applications for Head Office, Mavambe Secure Care Centre and Seshego Treatment Centre should be addressed to: The Acting Head of Department, Limpopo Department of Social Development, Private Bag X9710, POLOKWANE, 0700 or hand-delivered at 21 Biccard Street, Olympic Towers, Ground Floor Office 030.

Application for District Offices/Institutions should be addressed to District Directors/Head of Institution as per the attached “Annexure B”.

The Department reserves the right NOT to make any appointment to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall among other determination be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department.

The closing date for applications is 01 August 2025 at 16h00.

The Limpopo Department of Social Development is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Designed race groups, females and People with disabilities remain our target and are encouraged to apply.

Correspondence will be entered into with short-listed candidates only due to a large number of applications we envisage to receive, if you have not heard from the Department within ninety (90) day from the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. However, Faxed applications will not be considered.

Recognition of experience on appointment will be considered for Social Service Professions in line with Occupational Dispensation prescripts.

Please note: Due to austerity measure, the department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending interviews.

The contents of this circular will also be posted on the following websites www.dsd.limpopo.gov.za / www.limpopo.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za Provincial Departments website and social media.

HOW TO APPLY

List of addresses for Districts Offices for purposes of directing applications:

Polokwane Welfare Complex: Head of Institution: Private Bag X9513, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at Plot 303, Sterkloop, Polokwane (A.K.A Place of Safety)

Capricorn District/Sekutupu Old Age Home: Director: Capricorn Distric, Private Bag X9709, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at 34 Hans Van Rensburg Polokwane.
Sekutupu Old Age Home can also be hand delivered at Sekutupu Old Age Home, Groethoek Hospital, Mathibela Village, Zebediela.

Sekhukhune District: Director: Sekhukhune District, Private Bag X80, Lebowakgomo, 0737 or hand delivered at Old Parliament Building Lebowakgomo.

Vhembe District/Thohoyandou CYCC: Director: Vhembe District: , Private Bag X5040, Thohoyandou, 0950 or hand delivered at Old Parliament Building Thohoyandou.

Waterberg District: Director: Waterberg District, Private Bag X1051, Modimolle, 0510 or hand delivered at Cnr Elias Motswaledi & Thabo Mbeki Street, Modimolle.

Mopani District / Irish House: Director: Mopani District, Private Bag X9689, Giyani, 0826Unigaza Road, Giyani Section A.

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