About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is eager to welcome a Principal Personnel Officer to its Provincial Office in KwaZulu Natal. This vital role is centered around managing the recruitment and selection processes, ensuring that the department operates efficiently and effectively in serving our community. As a Principal Personnel Officer, you will play a key part in implementing and monitoring HR policies and procedures that impact the lives of many, making your contributions invaluable to the public service sector in South Africa.
Located in the vibrant city of Durban, you will work alongside a dedicated team committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. Your efforts will directly influence the management of service benefits and the overall well-being of employees within the province. This role not only supports the department’s mission but also enhances the quality of public service delivered to the citizens of KwaZulu Natal.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is dedicated to promoting equitable labour practices and ensuring the rights of workers are upheld. With a focus on fostering a healthy and productive work environment, the department’s mission encompasses improving the working conditions and rights of all South Africans. Working here means being part of a larger movement towards social justice, economic growth, and the empowerment of individuals within the workforce.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee and manage the recruitment and selection processes for potential employees.
- Process and approve various service benefits, including leave and housing allowances.
- Provide guidance on the termination of service protocols within the province.
- Monitor the establishment of Human Resources policies and their implementation.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of salary payments for employees.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant qualification in Human Resource Management (minimum of three years).
- One to two years of functional experience in Human Resource Management Services.
- A valid driver’s licence is required.
- Strong knowledge of Labour legislations, Public Service Act, and HR-related systems.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and conflict management skills.
- Proficiency in analytical thinking, report writing, and computer literacy.
- Effective planning, organising, supervisory, and time management abilities.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions provided below.
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Requirements
Three (3) years relevant qualification in Human Resource Management.One (1)- Two (2) years functional experience doing the Human Resource Management Services.
A valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge: All Labour legislations, Departmental Policies and Procedures, HR related systems, Public Service Act, Batho Pele, Public Service regulations.
Skills: Communication, Presentation, Conflict management, Analytical, Report writing, Computer literacy, Planning and organising, Supervisory, Time Management.
Job Duties
Render the Recruitment and Selection process, Process and approve service benefits e.g.
Leave, housing allowances, acting allowances, etc.
Provide and monitor termination of service at the Province.
Monitor establishment and the implementation of Human Resources policies.
Monitor the payment of salaries.
