About the Role
The North Service Centre in Richards Bay is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Service Conditions to join its team. This pivotal role involves managing the administration of pension benefits services, processing employee exits, and overseeing the management of injuries on duty. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of employees and their families, ensuring that they receive the rightful benefits and support in their times of need. By taking on this responsibility, you will play a crucial part in enhancing the public service system, making a tangible difference in the community of Richards Bay and beyond.
In this role, you will also provide valuable advice and input into policy development and procedures, ensuring that the systems in place are efficient and effective. Working closely with various stakeholders, you will manage resources within your component, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes growth and accountability. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive team that values dedication and strives to improve the quality of life for all citizens in South Africa.
About the Department
The department that you’ll be working with is committed to upholding the principles of public service in South Africa. Its mission revolves around promoting effective human resource management that aligns with national policies and regulations. By joining this department, you will contribute to a significant cause: enhancing the welfare of employees within the public sector, ensuring they are supported and treated fairly throughout their careers.
The department plays a vital role in shaping the landscape of human resource management in the public service, focusing on compliance with the RSA Constitution and relevant legislation. Working here means being part of a mission that prioritizes integrity, professionalism, and the continuous improvement of public services, making it a rewarding place to grow your career.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the administration of pension benefits services and employee exit processes
- Oversee the administration of injuries on duty
- Handle service conditions’ allowances and related queries
- Provide guidance and input for policy development and procedures
- Manage resources effectively within your component
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies
- Foster a collaborative and supportive environment within the team
What You’ll Need
- An NQF level 06 qualification in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, or a relevant field
- A valid driver’s license
- A minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in Human Resources Administration
- Strong knowledge of RSA Constitution, Public Service Act, and relevant HR policies
- Proficiency in PERSAL functions and procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
An NQF level 06 qualification in Human Resources Management / Public Administration / a relevant qualification and a valid driver’s licence.Experience: 3 years’ supervisory experience in Human Resources Administration.
Knowledge: RSA Constitution, Public Service Act, Public Administration Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation PFMA, EPMDS, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, relevant departmental, provincial and national HR Policies and Procedures, relevant DPSA directives, and relevant bargaining council resolutions, PERSAL functions and procedures, GEPF prescripts.
Skills: Communication, interpersonal relations, computer, supervisory, report writing, problem solving, conflict management, time management, presentation, planning and organising, project management, policy analysis and interpretation, analytical thinking, decision making, self-disciplined and self-driven with the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
Job Duties
Manage the administration of pension benefits services and process of employee exits.Manage the administration of injuries on duty.
Manage the administration of service conditions’ allowances.
Provide advice and inputs into policies development, procedures and SOPS.
Manage the resources of the component.
