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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu Natal

Salary band

R 573 897

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

UMG 01/2026

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Department

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu Natal

Location

Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital

Salary

R487 197 - R573 897 per annum, Plus: Other Benefits: 13th cheque, Medical Aid and Housing Allowance Optional (Employee must meet prescribed requirements)

Requirements

Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent. Degree/ National Diploma in Human Resource Management/Public Management/Administration Plus. At least 3-5 years appropriate supervisory experience in Human Resource component. Valid driver’s licence. PERSAL certificates. Computer Literacy (word processing and spreadsheet packages). Knowledge, Skills And Competencies: Working knowledge of health policies and current public service and health 123

Duties

Manage day to day functioning of the human resource management component to ensure that high-quality human resource management services are provided. Oversee HR practices, HR planning and Development, Labour Relations, Occupational Health and Employee Wellness. Responsible for development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Human resource standard operating procedures and guidelines. Implement National Core Standards and all other quality improvements initiatives. Develop Human Resource Plan for the hospital which includes HR Plan, Employment Equity Plan, Operational Plan, Skills Development Plan, Annual in-service Education Plan etc. and ensure that all stakeholders are represented as the guidelines stipulates. Maintain functional HR Committees which include Employment Equity Committee, IHRDC (Institutional Human Resource Development Committee), Institutional Management and Labour Committee, Occupational Health and Safety Committee and other relevant committees. Monitor and control budget allocated to Human Resource component and clearing of suspense accounts. Ensure effective performance management in line with Employee Performance Management and other relevant prescripts. Maintain good/sound labour peace. Ensure establishment of fully functional employee health and wellness programmes. Timeous submission of statistics, reports, returns and any other information from HR. Represent HR in various committees within the institution and at district level.

Enquiries

Mr J Situma: Acting CEO: Tel No: (033) 330 6146

Notes

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) obtainable at any government department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za which must be originally signed, initialled and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only (with detailed experience). Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (secu

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Requirements

·Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent
·Degree/ National Diploma in Human Resource Management/Public Management/Administration Plus
·At least 3-5 years appropriate supervisory experience in Human Resource component
·Valid driver’s licence
·PERSAL certificates
·Computer Literacy (word processing and spreadsheet packages)
·Knowledge, Skills And Competencies: Working knowledge of health policies and current public service and health 123

Key Duties

·Manage day to day functioning of the human resource management component to ensure that high-quality human resource management services are provided
·Oversee HR practices, HR planning and Development, Labour Relations, Occupational Health and Employee Wellness
·Responsible for development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Human resource standard operating procedures and guidelines
·Implement National Core Standards and all other quality improvements initiatives
·Develop Human Resource Plan for the hospital which includes HR Plan, Employment Equity Plan, Operational Plan, Skills Development Plan, Annual in-service Education Plan etc
·and ensure that all stakeholders are represented as the guidelines stipulates
·Maintain functional HR Committees which include Employment Equity Committee, IHRDC (Institutional Human Resource Development Committee), Institutional Management and Labour Committee, Occupational Health and Safety Committee and other relevant committees
·Monitor and control budget allocated to Human Resource component and clearing of suspense accounts
·Ensure effective performance management in line with Employee Performance Management and other relevant prescripts
·Maintain good/sound labour peace

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to umgenihospital.hrjobapplications@kznhealth.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 573 897. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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