{"id":191,"date":"2026-07-04T12:52:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-04T12:52:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sa-vacancies.co.za\/?p=191"},"modified":"2026-07-04T13:25:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-04T13:25:57","slug":"department-of-social-development-hiring-epwp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sa-vacancies.co.za\/?p=191","title":{"rendered":"Department of Social Development Hiring: \u2013 EPWP"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"c6e9558a51edd25bd7c65c3999f9409d\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2235891538\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Department of Social Development is inviting qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the position of\u00a0<strong>Assistant Director: Expanded Public Works Program (EPWP)<\/strong>\u00a0on a 10-month contract basis.<\/p><!--CusAds0-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Position Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Position:<\/strong>\u00a0Assistant Director: EPWP<br><strong>Reference Number:<\/strong>\u00a0REFS\/019213<br><strong>Department:<\/strong>\u00a0Department of Social Development<br><strong>Directorate:<\/strong>\u00a0EPWP\/HIV\/AIDS<br><strong>Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Head Office, Gauteng<br><strong>Number of Posts:<\/strong>\u00a01<br><strong>Salary:<\/strong>\u00a0R424 104 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minimum Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants must possess:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in public administration, public management, social science, or a related field.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3\u20135 years of supervisory experience in community partnership or community development within the public sector.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A valid South African driver\u2019s license.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge of public sector policies, regulations, strategic planning, service delivery frameworks, and financial management legislation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding of EPWP implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful candidate will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recruitment &amp; Staffing<\/p><div class=\"c6e9558a51edd25bd7c65c3999f9409d\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4472093906\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinate and monitor the implementation of the Expanded Public Works Program (EPWP).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage EPWP monitoring and evaluation systems within the department and social sector.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare and submit compliance and performance reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support municipalities and social sector stakeholders participating in EPWP initiatives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilitate stakeholder engagement, partnerships, and intergovernmental collaboration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct site visits, audits, and program assessments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supervise and mentor EPWP staff and regional coordinators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop operational plans, policies, and guidelines aligned with national EPWP requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skills and Competencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strategic Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project and Programme Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring and Evaluation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jobfindersa.co.za\/2026\/06\/05\/department-of-social-development-hiring-epwp\/#\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a0<\/a>Communication\u00a0and Report Writing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presentation and Negotiation Skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conflict Resolution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problem Solving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planning and Organising<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Government e-Recruitment portal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Housing &amp; Development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.gauteng.gov.za\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Apply EPWP careers\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appointment is subject to verification, security vetting, and other government recruitment requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For inquiries, contact ST<strong> Mmakola<\/strong>\u00a0at\u00a0<strong>011 227 0250<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c6e9558a51edd25bd7c65c3999f9409d\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2235891538\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; 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