About the Role
The Department of Social Development is seeking a dedicated Deputy Director to join the team at Sekutupu Old Age Home, located in the Capricorn District. This vital role plays a crucial part in enhancing the lives of older persons in our community by overseeing the management and administration of the facility. As a leader, you will implement essential policies and ensure compliance with the Older Persons Amendment Act 1 of 2025, thus contributing significantly to the public service mission of promoting the wellbeing of elderly citizens in South Africa.
In this position, you will be responsible for providing strategic direction, managing budgets, assets, and infrastructure while ensuring quality care and support services for residents. Your leadership will help foster a safe and nurturing environment, promoting active aging and quality of life through recreational and wellbeing programs. Your work will not only impact the daily lives of the residents but will also strengthen the support systems surrounding vulnerable older persons in our society.
About the Department
The Department of Social Development is committed to creating a society where the rights and needs of vulnerable populations, especially the elderly, are prioritized. With a mission to empower individuals and families, the department focuses on providing social welfare services that enhance the quality of life for all citizens. Working here means being part of a team that strives for social equity and justice, driving meaningful change in the community.
What You’ll Do
- Implement the Older Persons Amendment Act and ensure compliance with relevant policies.
- Provide overall management and strategic direction for Sekutupu Old Age Home.
- Supervise staff and manage budgets, assets, and infrastructure in accordance with Treasury regulations.
- Monitor compliance with Norms and Standards for Older Persons and manage the reporting of abuse cases.
- Facilitate recreational, social, and wellbeing programs to promote active aging and quality of life for residents.
- Oversee care services and ensure effective record management and filing systems.
- Manage support and auxiliary services to maintain a high standard of care.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to facilitate integrated service delivery.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 and a Bachelor of Social Work recognized by SAQA.
- Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
- A qualification in Public Management or Public Administration is advantageous.
- A minimum of five years of proven experience, with at least three years at a Junior or Assistant Director level.
- Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (unless you have a disability).
- Strong leadership, financial management, and problem-solving skills.
- In-depth knowledge of the Older Persons Act, social welfare services, and relevant legislation.
- Excellent report writing and stakeholder management skills.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a Bachelor of Social Work as recognised by SAQA.Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions [SACSSP].
A qualification in Public Management/ Public Administration will be an added advantage.
A minimum of five (05) years of proven experience of which 3 years must be at Junior / Assistant Director level.
Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities).
Core And Process Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Change Management, Financial Management, People Management and Empowerment, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and analysis, Client orientation and customer focus.
Knowledge And Skills: In-depth understanding of the Older Persons Act and DSD Policies, Norms & Standards for Residential Facilities.
Relevant social welfare services experience, management skills, and specialized knowledge of social welfare legislation Knowledge of Public Service legislations, PFMA, Treasury regulations, PSA, PSR, Labour Relations Framework etc.
Knowledge of Social Work, Nursing, and Residential Care Management prescripts.
Understanding of patient safety, holistic care models and psychosocial support principles.
Knowledge of SCM, financial management, HR administration and facility operations.
Understanding of risk management, quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation methodologies.
Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and facilitate integrated service delivery.
Operational planning and leadership skills.
Policy interpretation and implementation skills.
Financial and Supply Chain management skills.
Analytical skills.
Negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Report writing skills.
Job Duties
Implement Older Persons Amendment Act 1 of 2025.General and overall management and administration of the Specialized Welfare Facility.
Experienced leader to implement policies, supervising staff and managing budgets, assets, and infrastructure in line with Treasury regulations.
Provide strategic direction, strategic management, service delivery, and financial oversight for the institution.
Strengthen compliance for care facility in terms of obligations for reporting abuse and related mandates on older persons abuse register.
Monitor compliance with Norms and Standards for Older Persons.
Manage and facilitate recreational, social, and wellbeing programmes that promote active ageing and quality of life.
Manage and facilitate care services.
Ensure proper records management and filing systems.
Manage facility support and auxiliary services.
Monitor professional compliance of staff.
