Social Work Policy Manager Grade 1

Requirements

An appropriate recognized Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker plus ten (10) years’ appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP 108 of which five (5) years must be appropriate experience in social work policy development. Knowledge in Victim Empowerment Programme and Prevention of Gender Based Violence. Experience is critical in prevention of crime and violence in line with legislation, policies and strategies such as Domestic Violence Act, Trafficking in Person Act, Sexual Offences and Related Matters amendments, National Strategic Plan on GBVF, Sheltering services and Psychosocial Provision. Exposure will be an added advantage on other pieces of legislation within the Social Development sector including the Children Act, Older Persons Act as amended disability services and key populations. Willingness to travel extensively. Competencies needed: Programme development, Project management skills. Planning and organising skills. Networking skills. Communication (written and verbal) skills. Professional counselling skills. Policy analysis and development skills. Financial management skills. Presentation and facilitation skills. Report writing. Monitoring and evaluation skills. People management skills. Ability to compile complex reports. Attributes: Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work in a team and independently. Innovative and creative. Friendly and trustworthy. Integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, facilitate, monitor and support the implementation of policies, legislation, strategies, guidelines and programmes aimed at prevention, response, care, support, healing and empowering victims of crime and violence, with specific focus on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). Coordinate and oversee the funding, compliance and capacity building of national NPOs delivering Victim Empowerment Programme (VEP) services. Lead and facilitate the implementation of the National Strategic Plan on GBVF, including oversight on service delivery by NPOs in the VEP sector, strengthening referral pathways and improving intersectoral coordination. Establish and support the operationalisation of Khuseleka One Stop Centres and (GBV) shelters, ensuring alignment with policy frameworks and service delivery standards. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of intersectoral sheltering services in districts, province and local level, ensuring compliance, quality service delivery and continuous improvement of services to victims and survivors of GBV. Consult and liaise with key stakeholders across government, civil society and other sectors to enhance collaboration, partnerships and programme effectiveness including social crime prevention programmes/interventions in the VEP space. Mainstream VEP services within and outside the department, participate in strategic forums, and consolidate reports in line with national priorities. Manage and ensure effective functioning of the policy unit through efficient utilisation of resources, adherence to regulatory frameworks, and continuous research to inform policy development and programme improvement.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Mr S Malope Tel No: (012) 312 7410