Vision
A socially cohesive and empowered community of the Free State.
Mission
To meet the human and social needs of the poor and vulnerable communities of the Free State through an inter-sectoral and integrated developmental social service.
Values
People Centered
We put people first in everything we do
Accessibility
We ensure access to information and services to empower the people of the Free State
Integrity and Accountability
We treat people with respect; conduct ourselves in an ethical, responsible and transparent manner
Service Excellence
We serve by delivering quality services, by going beyond the call of duty even under difficult circumstances where there are limited resources
Partnership, Co-operation, Ownership
Fostering partnerships with the recipients and beneficiaries of public services, civil society organisations and the business community – offering integrated service delivery.
Strategic Focus
The main aim of the Department is to deliver an integrated developmental welfare service to the vulnerable, to provide sustainable development programmes which facilitate empowerment of communities, and to render residential care and integrated developmental services to children in need of care, older and frail persons. This is in partnership with the non-government, community-based and faith-based organizations to which the department award financial assistance.
How to apply .
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Directions to candidates
- Applications on form Z83 with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience (on a separate sheet if necessary or a CV) must be forwarded to the department in which the vacancy/vacancies exist(s).
- Applicants must indicate the reference number of the vacancy in their applications.
- Applicants requiring additional information regarding an advertised post must direct their enquiries to the department where the vacancy exists. The Department of Public Service and Administration must not be approached for such information.
- It must be ensured that applications reach the relevant advertising departments on or before the applicable closing dates.
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Directions to departments
- The contents of this Circular must be brought to the attention of all employees.
- It must be ensured that employees declared in excess are informed of the advertised vacancies. Potential candidates from the excess group must be assisted in applying timorously for vacancies and attending where applicable, interviews.
- Where vacancies have been identified to promote representatives, the provisions of sections 15 (affirmative action measures) and 20 (employment equity plan) of the Employment Equity Act, 1998 should be applied. Advertisements for such vacancies should state that it is intended to promote representatives through the filling of the vacancy and that the candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representatives, will receive preference.
- Candidates must be assessed and selected in accordance with the relevant measures that apply to employment in the Public Service.
How to apply
Step 1: Download Z83 Application form
Click here for the Z83 application form
Step 2: Apply for available vacancies here>>Circular-14-of-Social-Development
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