About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Senior Human Resource Practitioner to join their Hartbeespoort Cluster Office. This vital position plays a key role in shaping the workforce of our public service, ensuring that recruitment and selection processes are effectively managed. By facilitating these processes, you will contribute to the delivery of quality services that directly impact the community of Hartbeespoort and beyond. Your expertise in human resource management will help attract the best talent, promoting a diverse and capable workforce that meets the needs of our citizens.
In this role, you will work closely with line managers to provide guidance and support throughout the recruitment and selection lifecycle. Your responsibilities will not only include coordinating interviews and shortlisting candidates but also ensuring compliance with employment equity statistics and legislative requirements. By maintaining effective human resource practices, you will help foster a workforce that is both competent and representative of South Africa’s diverse population.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the public sector. Its mission is to ensure that government services are delivered seamlessly and that public servants are equipped with the tools they need to succeed. By working in this department, you will be part of a team that values integrity, accountability, and service delivery, ultimately making a positive difference in the lives of South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate the full recruitment and selection processes, ensuring all steps are adhered to.
- Prepare detailed schedules and scoring sheets for candidate evaluations.
- Supply and analyze employment equity statistics to inform hiring practices.
- Manage shortlisting and interview processes, including drafting appointment submissions.
- Provide human resource advisory services to line managers regarding recruitment.
- Ensure compliance with the OSD Framework for appointments.
- Conduct personal suitability checks and oversee effective human resource management policies.
- Monitor and evaluate human resource processes, providing training and support to staff.
- Coordinate investigations related to human resource issues and advise management accordingly.
- Maintain and manage the recruitment and selection database effectively.
What You’ll Need
- A National Diploma at NQF level 6 in Human Resources Management or a relevant qualification with a focus on Human Resource Management.
- A minimum of three years’ experience in recruitment and selection, including knowledge of OSD appointment procedures.
- Proven experience in developing and managing data tracking systems and reporting on recruitment progress.
- Valid, unexpired driver’s license.
- Strong understanding of human resource management legislation, policies, and practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong negotiation and conflict management abilities.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills, along with a willingness to travel as required.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
A National Diploma at NQF level 6 in Human Resources Management or relevant qualification with majors in Human Resource Management.Three (3) years’ experience in specialisation in Recruitment and Selection and OSD appointment procedures.
Experience in developing and managing data tracking systems and reporting on progress of filling of posts.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Knowledge and experience in drafting reports and submissions.
Knowledge and experience of administrative, clerical procedures and systems.
Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management legislation, policies, practices, procedures and Human Resource Planning.
Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
Understanding of socio-economic and development issues.
Extensive exposure to OSD recruitment processes, verifications and knowledge and understanding of the OSD Framework.
Problem solving and decision-making skills.
Good communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
Strong negotiation and conflict management skills.
Willingness to travel.
Job Duties
Facilitate Recruitment and Selection processes.Prepare detailed schedules (long list), score sheets and applications from the Z83 application system.
Supply statistics regarding employment equity.
Facilitate the shortlisting and interview processes.
Draft appointment submissions and route for approval.
Render a human resource advisory service to line managers on recruitment and selection.
Ensure that OSD appointments are done in compliance with the OSD Framework.
Ensure personal suitability checks.
Ensure the promotion of effective human resource management.
Ensure that policies / legislations / prescripts are followed and complied with during the recruitment and selection process.
Monitoring and evaluation of all HR processes, supervision, training and motivation of staff.
Co-ordinate and conduct investigations of human resource related problems and advise management accordingly.
Management of the recruitment and selection database.
