Personnel Practitioner: Recruitment & Selection – Polokwane – Department Of Education

Personnel Practitioner: Recruitment & Selection in Polokwane with the Department of Education, a meaningful government job in South Africa

Published 22 September 2026
Closing Date Closed
Type
Opportunity

About the Role

The Department of Education is seeking a dedicated and skilled Personnel Practitioner: Recruitment & Selection and HR to join their team in Polokwane. In this vital government job, you will play a key role in facilitating recruitment and selection processes, ensuring that the right candidates are appointed to serve the community effectively. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of public service and educational opportunities available to the citizens of Limpopo and beyond.

As a Personnel Practitioner, you will be responsible for capturing and updating vital information on the PERSAL system, facilitating various HR processes such as transfers and grade progressions, and supporting human resource planning. Your expertise will help shape the workforce of the future, making this position not just a job, but a meaningful commitment to the betterment of society.

About the Department

The Department of Education is committed to providing quality education and fostering an environment where learners can thrive. With a mission to develop a skilled workforce and promote lifelong learning, the department plays a crucial role in shaping the future of South Africa. Working in this department means being part of a team that values inclusivity, innovation, and community development.

What You’ll Do

  • Facilitate recruitment and selection processes for new appointments.
  • Capture and update employment information on the PERSAL system.
  • Manage transfers, secondments, and grade progressions for staff members.
  • Assist in human resource planning and provide necessary information and systems support.
  • Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures regarding HR practices.

What You’ll Need

  • A National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.
  • An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Human Resource Management, Development, Public Management, or Public Administration.
  • A minimum of two years’ experience in a Human Resource Management environment.
  • Certification or results from PERSAL training.

Requirements

A National Senior Certificate / an equivalent plus an appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Human Resource Management / Development / Public Management / Public Administration or an equivalent qualification in the relevant field / area as recognized by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).

A minimum of two (02) years’ experience in Human Resource Management environment.

PERSAL Certificate / Results.

Job Duties

Responsibilities: Facilitate Recruitment & Selection, Appointments and Probation processes.

Capture/update PERSAL establishment and personal information on the PERSAL system.

Facilitate Transfers, Secondments, Grade progressions and Translations.

Facilitate Human Resource Planning, Information and Systems.

Salary

R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

How to Apply

Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver to: The Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria or you can email your application to [email protected]/[email protected]/[email protected]./Sko [email protected] Please visit the Department of Education’s website at www.education.gov.za For Enquiries: should be directed to Messrs. Khorommbi P / Kika Bham C and Mesdames. Mgbo P / Mokgalaka S / Kekana PL / Moyaba ME Tel No: (015) 287 6588 / 6063 / 6441 / 6665 / 6293 / 6027 respectively.