About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual for the position of Deputy Director: HR Policy, based in the vibrant city of Pretoria, Gauteng. In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in shaping and implementing human resource policies that impact the public service sector across South Africa. Your work will ensure that the department’s HR policies are not only developed and aligned with best practices but also effectively communicated and executed. This role is essential to fostering a supportive and efficient workplace, directly contributing to the enhancement of public service delivery and the welfare of the community.
As a Deputy Director, you will engage with various stakeholders and collaborate in the review and finalization of policies that govern human resources. Your insights and analyses will help identify gaps and challenges, ensuring that the department remains responsive to the evolving landscape of public service needs. By advocating for effective HR policies, you will help ensure that the department operates smoothly and meets its strategic objectives, ultimately serving the citizens of South Africa better.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to promoting efficient and effective governance within the public sector. Its mission is to enhance the quality of public service delivery through strategic human resource management, policy development, and implementation. Working within this department means being part of a dynamic team that strives to create a workforce that is responsive to the needs of the nation, ensuring that every South African receives the best possible service from their government.
What You’ll Do
- Monitor and review the development and implementation of HR policies within the department.
- Conduct gap analyses to identify challenges and propose solutions.
- Draft and compile HR policies, incorporating stakeholder feedback.
- Facilitate consultations and present policy drafts at relevant forums.
- Assist in the implementation of HR policies and ensure consistent application across the department.
- Develop and submit the human resource plan aligned with the department’s strategic objectives.
- Conduct workforce analyses to identify qualitative and quantitative gaps in human resources.
- Compile detailed reports for management and stakeholders regarding HR policies and plans.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management, Public Management, or Public Administration.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience at a junior management level in an HR policy environment.
- Strong knowledge of human resource policies and prescripts.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strategic planning, leadership, and presentation abilities.
- Proficiency in policy drafting and report writing.
- Strong negotiation and consultation skills with stakeholders.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours or by email as detailed below.
Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management/ Public Management/ Public Administration.Minimum of 3 years’ experience at junior management level in HR Policy environment.
Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Human Resource Policies.
Knowledge of Human Resource Prescripts.
Job related skills: Communication skills (verbal and written).
Strategic planning and leadership.
Presentation and facilitation skills.
Conceptual skills and human 3 relations.
Policy drafting (Report writing).
Negotiations and consultation with relevant key stakeholders.
Computer literacy skills.
Problem solving skills.
A valid driver’s licence.
Ability to travel and work irregular hours.
Job Duties
Monitor the development, review, alignment, and implementation of human resource policies in the department.Identify policies to be developed/ amended and aligned.
Undertake gap analysis/ identify problems/ challenges/ research and best practices as and when required.
Compile/ draft policies.
Request inputs/ comment from stakeholders.
Consider and consolidate inputs/ comment.
Finalise draft policy.
Consult policy at relevant forums (components, task teams, labour, DBC, management meetings).
Finalise policy for consideration for approval from management (prepare memorandum/presentation).
Assist and manage implementation of policy (communication).
Monitor Human Resource policies to ensure consistent implementation and application in the department.
Identify HR functions to be delegated in accordance with prescripts/ legislation.
Compile/ draft delegations.
Request inputs/ comment from relevant stakeholders.
Consider and consolidate inputs/ comment.
Consult relevant role players (Labour, legal, relevant component).
Compile and finalise draft delegations (set of Delegations).
Consult draft delegation at relevant forums if necessary.
Finalise delegations for consideration for approval from management (prepare memorandum/ presentation).
Assist and manage implementation of delegations (communication).
Advocate Human Resource policies to ensure consistent implementation and application in the department.
Issue / distribute approved policy.
Arrange information sessions to advocate relevant policy (via Teams, Zoom or venue).
Prepare/compile presentation on matter.
Issue / distribute DOACOMMS with details of the session.
Render / Assist / deal / advise on issues / matters and cases.
Develop human resource plan in the department.
Examine the department’s strategic plan.
Benchmark with other organisations.
Compile HR Plan and its implementation plans.
Submit HR Plan and its implementation plans.
Submit HR Plan to the delegated authority for approval.
Submit HR Plan to DPSA by 30 June as required.
Ensure the alignment of the HR plan to address the gap between the demand and supply of human resources.
Conduct workforce analysis and identify gaps (qualitative and quantitative).
Identify human resource priority issues to determine the gaps.
Conduct environmental scan internally and externally to determine trends that are likely to impact on HR planning.
Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Manage the review and alignment of HR plan to Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF).
Analyse performance and forecast future expenses.
Determine available budget and capacity to implement HR plan.
