Deputy Director: Business Partnering – Various Locations – Provincial Manager’s Office

About the Role

The Eastern Cape Provincial Manager’s Office is seeking dedicated individuals to fill eight positions for the Deputy Director: Business Partnering role across various provinces, including Free State, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Northern Cape, and Western Cape. This impactful role is crucial for fostering effective human resource management within the public service, directly contributing to the development of a skilled and motivated workforce in South Africa. By ensuring that staff mobility and recruitment processes are handled efficiently, the successful candidates will play a vital role in enhancing service delivery and employee well-being in their respective communities.

Based in various locations, this position allows you to make a tangible difference in the public sector. The Deputy Directors will coordinate and monitor critical HR processes, ensuring that conditions of service are consistently applied and that staff are well-supported throughout their careers. The importance of this role cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts the overall effectiveness of government services and the satisfaction of both employees and the communities they serve.

About the Department

The Provincial Manager’s Office is at the forefront of implementing human resource strategies that align with the broader goals of the government. Its primary mission is to ensure that all HR practices are compliant with regulations while promoting a culture of development and well-being within the public service. Working in this department offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the evolution of human resource management in South Africa, making it a meaningful and rewarding environment for professionals in the field.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and monitor staff mobility and conditions of service processes across the province.
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process, including advertisement, selection, and onboarding of new employees.
• Ensure consistent application of staff mobility policies, including temporary reassignments, secondments, and transfers.
• Manage HR-related matters such as leave, incapacity leave, and termination processes.
• Administer service benefits including housing, salary, and overtime applications and payments.
• Monitor and manage HR Management Information Systems like PERSAL and HR Registry.
• Lead Performance Management, HR Transformation, and Culture Change initiatives.
• Implement employee relations and health and wellness programs effectively.
• Develop and coordinate Human Resource Development programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, policies, and procedures while coaching staff on best practices.

What You’ll Need

• An undergraduate qualification in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related fields at NQF level 6 recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in junior management or assistant director level roles within HR management or development environments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Employee Relations, Employee Wellness practices, and PERSAL.
• Familiarity with the Public Service Regulatory Framework and related legislation.
• Strong project management abilities and experience with online systems.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Essential skills include project management, service delivery innovation, people management, decision-making, and effective communication.

How to Apply

Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above must be submitted online at the application portal.