ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (PEOPLE
Department of Health and Wellness · Head Office
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Reference
- PSC 37/288
- Salary band
- R 487 197
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Health and Wellness Directorate: People Management Planning and Practices Location: Head Office, Cape Town Salary: R487 197 per annum Requirements: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Human Resources or related field. Experience: Extensive experience in People Administration. Appropriate supervisory or management experience. Extensive experience in PERSAL and Conditions of Service. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid Code B/EB driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge of relevant government and departmental policies, legislation and People Administration practices. Good managerial, strategic thinking and planning skills. Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office. Sound knowledge of employee relations practices and policies. Duties: Manage People Administration services for Head Office, including appointments, secondments, transfers, probation, OSD matters, terminations, allowances and leave administration. Coordinate transversal People Administration functions, including Long Service Awards, SMS employment contracts and related transversal matters. Manage PERSAL, salaries and allowances, ensuring accurate and compliant administration. Coordinate audit and compliance requirements, including HR audits, Internal Audit and Auditor- General processes for Head Office. Administer ORW and financial disclosure requirements for Head Office. Optimal management and development of staff in the component. Provide advice and guidance to Head Office management and institutions on People Administration policies, practices and Conditions of Service. Enquiries: Mr HC Herbert Tel No: (021) 483-4029 Notes: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Applicants will be required to undergo practical and competency testing. Closing Date: 2026-10-30T17:00:00+02:00
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Requirements
- ✓Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Human Resources or related field
- ✓Experience: Extensive experience in People Administration
- ✓Appropriate supervisory or management experience
- ✓Extensive experience in PERSAL and Conditions of Service
- ✓Inherent requirements of the job: A valid Code B/EB driver’s license
- ✓Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge of relevant government and departmental policies, legislation and People Administration practices
- ✓Good managerial, strategic thinking and planning skills
- ✓Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
- ✓Sound knowledge of employee relations practices and policies
Key responsibilities
- •Manage People Administration services for Head Office, including appointments, secondments, transfers, probation, OSD matters, terminations, allowances and leave administration
- •Coordinate transversal People Administration functions, including Long Service Awards, SMS employment contracts and related transversal matters
- •Manage PERSAL, salaries and allowances, ensuring accurate and compliant administration
- •Coordinate audit and compliance requirements, including HR audits, Internal Audit and Auditor- General processes for Head Office
- •Administer ORW and financial disclosure requirements for Head Office
- •Optimal management and development of staff in the component
- •Provide advice and guidance to Head Office management and institutions on People Administration policies, practices and Conditions of Service
About Department of Health
The National Department of Health sets South Africa's health policy and oversees the public healthcare system, working alongside nine provincial health departments that run hospitals, clinics, and community health services. Its core mandate covers disease prevention, primary healthcare access, hospital management, and public health programmes including HIV/TB treatment and maternal health.
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