About the Role
The Department of Higher Education and Training is seeking dedicated HR Practitioners to join their Central Office team, located in Pretoria. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective management of human resources within the department, which plays a vital part in shaping South Africa’s educational landscape. By handling essential HR functions such as recruitment, employee benefits, and service termination, you will contribute to a more efficient public service, directly impacting the lives of educators and students alike.
In this role, you will be part of a supportive environment where your expertise will help foster a positive workplace culture and ensure that the department can attract and retain talented individuals. Your work will not only influence the internal workings of the department but also enhance the broader educational framework in South Africa, making a tangible difference in communities across the nation.
About the Department
The Department of Higher Education and Training is committed to developing a skilled, competent workforce that meets the needs of the economy. It oversees the higher education sector, including universities and technical vocational education and training (TVET) colleges, ensuring that they maintain high standards and provide quality education. Working here means being part of a significant mission that focuses on improving access to education and training, ultimately contributing to the socio-economic development of South Africa.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the conditions of service and remuneration for employees, including leave, housing, and allowances.
- Implement procedures for termination of services and ensure compliance with departmental policies.
- Conduct recruitment and selection processes, including job advertisements, appointments, and transfers.
- Facilitate secretariat functions during interviews and manage probation periods.
- Supervise human resources staff to ensure effective workflow and support.
What You’ll Need
- A National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management, Public Management, or Labour Relations.
- 2-3 years of experience in a Human Resource Management or Labour Relations environment.
- A valid driver’s license and an Introduction to PERSAL Certificate.
- Knowledge of the Public Service legislative framework (PSA, PFMA, LRA, PSR, etc.).
- Understanding of human resource practices and the TVET/CET administration.
How to Apply
Please follow the application instructions below to submit your application.
Requirements
Appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management, Public Management, Labour Relations, or equivalent qualification.At least 2-3 years in Human Resource Management / Labour Relations environment or related field, valid driver’s licence, introduction to PERSAL Certificate.
Experience in the TVET sector will be an added advantage.
Knowledge and understating of the application of Public Service legislative framework (PSA, PFMA, LRA, PSR etc.
).
Extensive knowledge and understand of human resource prescripts and practice.
Knowledge and understanding of the TVET/ CET Administration.
Knowledge and understanding of the Higher Education sector.
Job Duties
Render conditions of services and remuneration of employees (leave, housing, medical, injury on duty, long service recognition, overtime, relocation, pension, allowances, PILIR etc.).
Implement termination of services.
Render Recruitment and Selection services in line with the Departmental policy and delegation (Advertisements, appointments, transfers, verification of qualifications, secretariat functions at interviews, absorptions, probation periods etc.
).
Supervisor human resources / staff.
