About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Principal Personnel Officer: Human Resource Planning, with multiple vacancies across various locations including Alfred Nzo West, Amathole West, and Buffalo City Metro in the Eastern Cape. This vital position plays a significant role in shaping effective human resource management systems that enhance the overall efficiency and productivity of public service in South Africa. By ensuring compliance and coordination in personnel processes, you will contribute to creating a supportive work environment for public servants who serve our communities every day.
In this position, you will be at the forefront of human resource planning, working closely with various stakeholders to facilitate essential processes such as person-to-post matching and the administration of PERSAL systems. Your efforts will directly impact the quality of public service, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about human resources and public administration.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to promoting fair labor practices, enhancing workforce skills, and facilitating employment opportunities across South Africa. With a clear mission to ensure equitable access to employment and to uphold the rights of workers, this department plays a crucial role in the socio-economic development of the country. Working here means becoming part of a dedicated team focused on improving the lives of South Africans through effective labor policies and practices.
What You’ll Do
- Administer and ensure compliance with human resource management systems.
- Coordinate and manage personnel allocations within the district.
- Support PERSAL district coordination and generate management reports.
- Monitor PERSAL suspense account transactions and initiate corrective actions.
- Conduct compliance reviews and develop control mechanisms within the district.
- Provide audit support coordination services and ensure quality of work.
- Assess staff performance and facilitate personnel development.
- Apply disciplinary measures when necessary.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate (3-year) undergraduate NQF 6/7 qualification in Human Resource Management, Public Management, or Administration recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a Human Resource Management environment.
- Strong computer literacy and practical knowledge of PERSAL or similar HRM systems.
- Good understanding of the legal framework governing Human Resources.
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
- Knowledge of the Education Sector will be considered an advantage.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
An appropriate (3-year) undergraduate NQF 6/7 in Human Resource Management/Public Management/Administration as recognised by SAQA.A minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience in Human Resource Management environment.
Computer Literacy.
Practical working knowledge of PERSAL or any HRM related system.
A good knowledge and understanding of legal framework governing Human Resources.
A Valid Driver’s license and willingness to travel is essential.
Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.
Job Duties
Provide human resource management systems administration and compliance services.Coordinate and administer PPN allocations processes within the district.
Coordinate person to post matching processes.
Provide PERSAL district coordinator support services.
Generate PERSAL management reports, initiate corrective action and report thereon.
Monitor PERSAL suspense account transactions, imitate corrective action and report thereon.
Conduct systems and policy compliance reviews in the district, develop control mechanisms and facilitate corrective action.
Render audit support coordination services.
Allocate and ensure quality of work.
Personnel development.
Assess staff performance.
Apply discipline.
