Senior Personnel Practitioner: Service Benefits – Polokwane – Department Of Public Service And Administration

About the Role

The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Senior Personnel Practitioner: Service Benefits based at their Head Office in Polokwane, Limpopo. This vital role plays a significant part in the public service by ensuring that personnel benefits, such as leave of absence and retirement processes, are managed efficiently and accurately. By maintaining precise records and processing applications in a timely manner, you contribute to the well-being of employees who serve the community. As a key member of the team, you will help create a supportive work environment that values the contributions of every public servant.

Working in Polokwane, you will be at the heart of the public service system that serves South Africa. This role is not just about administrative tasks; it involves facilitating important processes that affect the lives of many employees within the government sector. Your efforts will directly impact the quality of service provided to the community, making this position both rewarding and essential.

About the Department

The Department of Public Service and Administration is dedicated to fostering an effective, efficient, and developmental public service. It aims to ensure that the administration’s practices align with the needs of the citizens while promoting principles of transparency and accountability. Working within this department means being part of a mission that enhances the public sector’s capacity to deliver essential services to the South African population, making a tangible difference in the lives of many.

What You’ll Do

• Administer and manage leave of absence applications and ensure compliance with relevant prescripts.
• Process and approve leave applications on the PERSAL system.
• Maintain accurate leave records both on PERSAL and in physical registers.
• Oversee the monitoring of attendance registers and service termination processes.
• Facilitate early retirement and normal retirement applications, including communication of outcomes.
• Generate reports and submissions for approval concerning employee benefits and leave transactions.
• Administer pension services, housing allowances, and long service recognition awards.
• Process overtime requests and verify claims for compliance and accuracy.

What You’ll Need

• NQF level 6 qualification in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• At least 2 years of functional working experience in Human Resource Management or a related field.
• PERSAL Training, Results or Certificate, and a PILIR Certificate.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, Human Resources applications, and public service legislation.
• Strong skills in negotiation, people management, and financial management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills.

How to Apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.