About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Human Resource Management based in Nelson Mandela (Gqeberha). This pivotal role is essential for the effective facilitation and monitoring of human resource management within the public service. By coordinating recruitment, selection, and appointment processes, you will directly contribute to building a competent workforce that serves the community’s needs. Your work will impact not only the department’s efficiency but will also enhance the quality of services provided to the citizens of South Africa.
As the Assistant Director, you will champion initiatives that promote employment equity and transformation. The recruitment and management practices you implement will lay the foundation for a diverse and skilled workforce, ensuring that the Department of Public Service and Administration can continue to meet its mandates effectively. Your role will also involve close collaboration with selection committees, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and fostering a healthy work environment for all employees.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to ensuring an efficient and responsive public service that meets the diverse needs of South African citizens. The department’s mission includes promoting effective human resource management, facilitating skills development, and implementing policies aimed at improving public service delivery across various sectors. Working within this department means being part of a team that strives to enhance the public sector’s capacity and effectiveness, ultimately making a positive impact on society.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate and monitor Human Resource Management and Personnel Conduct, including convening HR meetings.
- Coordinate the recruitment, selection, and appointment processes in alignment with workforce plans.
- Champion the advertising, screening, shortlisting, interviewing, and appointments of employees.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and recruitment procedures.
- Provide technical support and guidance to selection committees during recruitment processes.
- Monitor vacancy rates and recruitment turnaround times, preparing reports and maintaining accurate records.
- Administer conditions of service, ensuring accurate management of appointments, transfers, promotions, and employee benefits.
- Provide guidance on human resource policies and resolve employee inquiries.
- Facilitate and coordinate performance management and development services.
- Monitor and support the implementation of labour relations policies and wellness programmes.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF L6) or preferably a B Degree (NQF L7) in Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, or related fields.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ functional experience as a Senior Personnel Practitioner Level (7/8) in Human Resource Management.
- Extensive knowledge of PERSAL and Pension Case Management systems.
- Strong understanding of human resource management methodologies, principles, and strategies.
- Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations, including the Labour Relations Act and Employment Equity Act.
- Proven skills in coaching, conflict management, and performance project management.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- A valid (Code 8) driving license is required.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
National Senior Certificate Plus National Diploma (NQF L6) or preferably a B Degree (NQF L7) as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management / Personnel Management /Public Administration / Public Management / Business Management / Industrial Psychology.Minimum of three (3) years’ functional experience as Senior Personnel Practitioner Level (7/8) in Human Resource Management.
Extensive knowledge of the PERSAL and Pension Case Management systems.
Human Resource Management Methodology, Principles and Strategies.
COIDA, DPSA Directives, Customer Service principles (Batho Pele Principles).
Budgeting and Financial Management, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Condition of Employment Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury regulations, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Minimum information security standard (MISS), Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Skills: Coaching and Mentoring, Conflict Management, Critical and Innovative Thinking, Inspire Commitment, People Management, Performance and oversight, Performance/ Project Management, Quality Assurance, Risk Management.
Ability to work under pressure and independently.
A valid (Code 8) driving license is required.
Job Duties
Facilitate and monitor Human Resource Management and Personnel Conduct: attend and convene Human Resource meetings.Coordinate recruitment, selection and appointment process.
Develop and implement recruitment and selection plans in line with approved workforce plans.
Champion the advertising, screening, shortlisting, interviewing, and appointments of employees.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and recruitment procedures.
Provide support to the selection committees during recruitment and selection processes and technical support on recruitment matters.
Monitor vacancy rates and recruitment turnaround times.
Prepare recruitment reports and maintain accurate recruitment records.
Promote employment equity and transformation objectives during recruitment processes.
Administer conditions of service.
Manage the implementation and administration of employee conditions of service.
Understanding of GEPF and Pension Case Management system.
Ensure accurate administration of appointments, transfers, promotions, terminations, leave and leave gratuity management, overtime, housing allowance, long- service recognition, and other employee benefits.
Provide guidance on human resource policies and applicable legislation.
Monitor compliance with service conditions and resolve employee enquiries.
Ensure accurate 119 personnel records and HR information management.
Liaise with payroll and other stakeholders to resolve personnel administration matters.
Coordinate performance management and development services.
Provide guidance and training to managers and employees on performance management processes.
Monitor compliance with performance planning, reviews, assessments, and development plans.
Identify training and development needs based on performance outcomes.
Ensure proper record keeping and reporting on performance management activities.
Facilitate and monitor Human Resource Development and EPMDS.
Monitor the development of Workplace Skills Plan.
Monitor development of performance contracts.
Conduct quarterly reviews and Validation of Reviews and Assessment.
Coordinate the administration of PMDS, Monitor and facilitate Training & Capacitation of employees.
Coordinate labour relations services, Facilitate the implementation of labour relations policies and procedures.
Give advice to management on labour legislation and collective agreements.
Execute disciplinary, grievance and incapacity processes.
Promote sound employer- employee relations and conflict resolution.
Monitor implementation of labour relations decisions and maintain confidential records.
Coordinate wellness programmes services.
Plan and implement employee health and wellness programmes (EHWP).
Develop and implement wellness initiatives addressing physical, emotional, financial, and psychosocial wellbeing.
Organise awareness campaigns on health, wellness, and work-life balance.
Facilitate counselling referrals and employee support services.
Monitor employee participation and evaluate programme effectiveness.
Promote a healthy, safe, and productive work environment.
Management of all administration processes.
Give input in the development of policies and operational plans.
Develop and interpret reporting templates.
Determine and verify the authenticity of the evidence provided.
Attend and respond to audit matters.
Supervise human resources.
Maintain staff discipline.
