About the Role
The National Prosecuting Authority is excited to announce an opening for the position of Human Resources Practitioner at its Head Office in Pretoria. This role is essential in supporting the department’s mission by ensuring effective human resource administration and compliance with relevant policies and procedures. As a Human Resources Practitioner, you will play a vital role in the well-being of the public service workforce, contributing to a thriving workplace culture that fosters growth and accountability.
Working from the heart of Pretoria, this position allows you to engage with a diverse set of stakeholders, ensuring that human resources processes run smoothly and efficiently. The impact of your work will resonate throughout the community, as you will be instrumental in the recruitment, selection, and appointment of talented individuals dedicated to serving South Africa’s justice system. Your contributions will help build a competent and motivated workforce that upholds the values of professionalism and credibility.
About the Department
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is committed to ensuring justice and upholding the rule of law in South Africa. Its mission is to provide a world-class prosecution service that is independent, fair, and effective. By working within the NPA, you are part of a team that is dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of South Africans by ensuring that those who commit crimes are held accountable. Your role as a Human Resources Practitioner will support this mission by ensuring that the department attracts and retains the best talent.
What You’ll Do
- Implement and ensure compliance with human resource policies and procedures.
- Administer recruitment, selection, and appointment processes to fill vacancies efficiently.
- Manage probation administration and ensure that new employees receive the support they need.
- Engage with customers and stakeholders to address HR-related inquiries and concerns.
- Provide comprehensive HR administration services, including the compilation of monthly HR statistics.
- Process accommodation and travel claims accurately and timely.
- Prepare memorandums for remuneration and employee service benefits.
- Handle various employee benefits and allowances, including housing, long service recognition, and performance rewards.
- Manage staff movements associated with retirement, resignation, and other changes in employment status.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate B-degree (NQF level 7) or a three-year diploma (NQF level 6).
- A minimum of two years relevant experience in Human Resource Administration.
- Demonstrable competency in acting independently, professionally, and with accountability.
- Working knowledge of PERSAL and HR legislation, including the Public Service Act and Labour Relations Act.
- Proficiency in HR information management and computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Strong administrative skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Good planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
An appropriate B -degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6).Minimum two years relevant experience in Human Resource Administration.
Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
Working knowledge of PERSAL.
Knowledge of legislation and regulations pertaining to public service administration, specifically: The Public Service Act and Regulations, NPA Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment 52 Equity Act, Skills Development Act.
Knowledge of HR information management.
Computer literacy in MS Office suite, specifically MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Excellent administrative skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Good planning and organizing skills.
Problem solving skills.
Sound co-ordination, administrative skills.
Job Duties
Implement and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.Administer recruitment, selection and appointment.
Administer probation administration.
Liaise with customers/stakeholders.
Provide HR administration services.
Compile and submit monthly HR statistics.
Accommodation and travel claims.
Prepare memorandums for remuneration and service benefits.
Processing of state guarantees.
Processing of housing allowances.
Processing of long service recognition.
Processing of leave, service bonus, performance rewards, pay progression, general salary adjustments, acting allowance, resettlement and overtime.
Process retirement, resignation, dismissal & death.
Process staff movement.
