About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Personnel Practitioner: Human Resource based in Mahikeng. This vital role plays a significant part in shaping the workforce within the public service sector, ensuring that the right talent is recruited and retained to serve the community effectively. By managing the recruitment and selection processes, you will contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of public services, making a real difference in the lives of South Africans.
In Mahikeng, you will be at the heart of government operations, working closely with various stakeholders to implement best practices in human resource management. Your expertise will help streamline appointments, promote professional development, and ensure that the department meets its staffing needs with qualified individuals who are committed to serving the public. This position not only supports the operational needs of the department but also fosters a culture of transparency, equity, and excellence in public service.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is dedicated to enhancing the capacity of the public service to deliver quality services to citizens. By prioritizing effective human resource management, the department plays an essential role in ensuring that public entities are staffed with competent personnel who can respond to the evolving needs of the communities they serve. Working in this department means being part of a mission that values integrity, professionalism, and commitment to service excellence.
What You’ll Do
- Implement the recruitment, selection, and appointment processes for new candidates.
- Receive and acknowledge applications, providing support throughout the selection process.
- Profile applications and prepare reports for short-listing and interviews.
- Administer transport claims for candidates and prepare appointment letters.
- Process personnel suitability checks and manage appointments and promotions via the PERSAL system.
- Provide guidance on conditions of service and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
What You’ll Need
- A three-year tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or Public Administration at NQF Level 6.
- A minimum of two years’ experience in Human Resource Management and Public Administration, with at least one year in a supervisory role.
- Proficiency in the PERSAL system and strong computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- A valid driver’s license and knowledge of public service regulations and the Government Employees Pension Law.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and innovation skills, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant policies.
How to Apply
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Requirements
Three- year appropriate tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or Public Administration at NQF level 6 and/or related qualifications (NQF Level and Credits).2 years’ experience in Human Resource Management and Public Administration of which 1 year should be at supervisory level.
Knowledge of PERSAL System.
Computer literary in MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint.
Valid Drivers’ license.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: Knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Prescripts and Government Employees Pension Law, Training on PERSAL system, Knowledge of basic principles of HR Management, Knowledge of Performance Management System.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, acts, ability to comprehend Human Resource issues.
Interpersonal relations, innovation and communication skills.
Job Duties
Implement Recruitment, Selection and Appointment: Receive and acknowledge applications, Profile applications, provide secretarial services and render advice during selection process, Administer transport claims of candidates, prepare short-listing and interviews reports and appointment letters, Process personnel suitability checks Process appointments and promotions on PERSAL System.Provision of conditions of service and
