About the Role
The Department of Higher Education and Training is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Human Resource Management to join its team in Cape Town. In this vital role, you will be responsible for overseeing Human Resource Management and Administration services that are crucial to the operation and effectiveness of the department. Your contributions will significantly impact the workforce that serves the community, ensuring that human resource processes run smoothly and efficiently.
Working in the heart of Cape Town, this position not only offers a chance to advance your career within the government sector but also allows you to play a key role in shaping the human resource landscape of public service in South Africa. Your work will directly influence the recruitment, development, and management of personnel, making it a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the public service mission of providing quality education and training to all citizens.
About the Department
The Department of Higher Education and Training is committed to providing accessible and quality education and training opportunities for all South Africans. It is responsible for the development and implementation of policies, as well as the management of public institutions that facilitate higher education and vocational training. By working here, you will be part of a team that plays a significant role in fostering educational excellence and workforce development throughout the country.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee and manage Human Resource Management and Administration services, including leave, housing, medical, and pension services.
- Coordinate recruitment and selection processes, ensuring compliance with departmental timelines and regulations.
- Manage HR personnel records and oversee the administration of bursaries, internships, and training interventions.
- Develop and implement the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and administer Performance Management and Development Systems (PMDS).
- Facilitate organizational development by designing and implementing regional structures and job evaluations.
- Coordinate Human Resource Planning (HRP) and Employment Equity (EE) services, providing reports on HR and EE plans.
- Assist in developing and implementing Human Resource policies and manuals, while managing staff and performing additional duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate degree or national diploma in Human Resources Management or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6.
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in the Human Resource Management field.
- Sound knowledge of the PERSAL system and the prescripts governing the TVET sector.
- Good understanding of Public Service prescripts, including the Public Service Act and Labour Relations Act.
- Strong administrative, report writing, and analytical research skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, planning, and organizing skills, along with advanced computer literacy.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
How to Apply
Please follow the instructions below to apply online using the New Z83 form.
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Requirements
An appropriate Degree / National diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6.Three (3) to Five (5) years supervisory experience in Human Resource Management Field.
Sound Knowledge and understanding of PERSAL system.
Sound Knowledge and understanding of prescripts governing TVET sector including among others CET Act etc.
Good understanding and interpretation of Public Service prescripts i: public Service Act, Public service Regulations, Labour Relation Act, Basic Condition of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act and HR Related Prescripts.
Knowledge and Understanding of Human Resources Management, Administration and Development processes and procedures.
Good Administrative skills, Good Report writing skills, Good analytical Research skills, Good and communication and interpersonal skills, Planning and Organizing skills, Leadership skills, Presentation, and Facilitation skills.
Advanced Computer literacy.
A valid driver's license is required.
Job Duties
Oversee Human Resource Management and Administration services - Render conditions of services (Leave, Housing, Medical, Injury on duty, Long service recognition, overtime, relocation, pensions, transfers, allowances etc); Oversee the recruitment and selection processes as per departmental delegation(advert), shortlisting, interviews, security vetting, competency test, reference check, verification of qualifications)are coordinated within the stipulated timelines); Management of HR Personnel records.Oversee Human Resource Development services - Render Bursaries administration; Render Internship and Work Integrated Learning (WIL); Conduct Induction; Coordinate and facilitate the Training interventions.
Develop and implement Workplace Skills Plan (WSP); Administration of Performance Management and Development Systems (PMDS)and Integrated Quality Management System (IQMS).
Coordinate and facilitate Organizational Development, services - Coordinate and facilitate organizational services by designing, reviewing and implementing the Region structure; Facilitate the development of Job Descriptions; Coordinate the Job Evaluation of posts/jobs and submit to Head Office; Conduct work-study and business process re-engineering; Facilitate change management and organizational transformation services.
Coordinate and facilitate Human Resource Planning (HRP) and Employment Equity (EE) services - Coordinate, develop, review, implement and monitor the Regional Office HR plan, develop; Provide report on HR and EE plans to manage relevant structures.
Assist in developing and implementing Human Resource policies and manuals.
Management of staff.
Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
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All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
