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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HR SERVICES A4/086

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: MPUMALANGA

Salary band

Not specified

Closing date

16 July 2026

Reference

PSC 22/454

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: MPUMALANGA

Location

Ehlanzeni District Office, Kanyamazane

Salary

R932 292 per.annum. (An all-inclusive remuneration package) The package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs. Appointment will be subject to competency assessment.

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management /Public Management or equivalent qualification. Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an HR environment. Competencies: Knowledge of Human Resource concepts, principles, policies and procedures. In depth knowledge and experience of the PERSAL System. Knowledge of the legislation regulating all HR administration of educators and officials and related HR policies and practices, as well as employee wellness. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good presentation and report writing skills. Strong interpersonal and networking skills. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to function independently. Proven management skills and the ability to liaise at a high level. The ability to develop systems and processes as well as policies and procedures. Client-orientation/ customer focus. Analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Advanced planning and project management skills. Proven supervisory and people management skills. Good computer user knowledge and experience pertaining to MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint - with special emphasis on Access). Valid driver's license.

Duties

Overall management of district HR Services, including specialised HR support-, research and advisory services, establishment services, employment, career matters, housing and leave, pensions and compensation benefits, PERSAL registry services, the maintenance of the PERSAL Personnel subsystem, and the co-ordination of all HR Projects. Overall management of matters in respect of HIV/AIDS prevention and -care programmes and employee assistance programmes. Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all HR related matters (procedural and policy). Interpret existing and newly developed policies and facilitate policy making on HR matters where applicable. Develop and implement appropriate policy, systems, management- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a comprehensive district HR Service. Identify the needs for improved HR services and formulate programmes and projects for the implementation thereof. Maintain discipline of staff members. Execute HR Performance Management.

Enquiries

Ms JT Dlamini, Tel (013) 766 0508

Closing Date

16 July 2026

About human resources and people management roles in South Africa

Human Resources professionals are in demand across all sectors of the South African economy. In the public service, HR posts are advertised regularly at salary levels 7 to 12, covering everything from HR clerks to Chief Directors of Human Resources. Labour Relations is a particularly in-demand HR specialism in South Africa given the complexity of the Labour Relations Act, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, and the Employment Equity Act. Familiarity with PERSAL (the government HR system) is essential for most public sector HR roles.

·For government HR roles, experience with PERSAL is listed as a key requirement. Include this explicitly on your CV if you have it.

·Labour relations specialists need current knowledge of recent CCMA and Labour Court decisions and the applicable legislation.

·SABPP (South African Board for People Practices) registration is increasingly expected for senior HR posts.

·Learning and development roles often require experience with SETA processes, workplace skills plans, and annual training reports.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: MPUMALANGA. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

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Requirements

·An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management /Public Management or equivalent qualification
·Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an HR environment
·Competencies: Knowledge of Human Resource concepts, principles, policies and procedures
·In depth knowledge and experience of the PERSAL System
·Knowledge of the legislation regulating all HR administration of educators and officials and related HR policies and practices, as well as employee wellness
·Excellent written and verbal communication skills
·Good presentation and report writing skills
·Strong interpersonal and networking skills
·Ability to work under pressure
·Ability to function independently

Key Duties

·Overall management of district HR Services, including specialised HR support-, research and advisory services, establishment services, employment, career matters, housing and leave, pensions and compensation benefits, PERSAL registry services, the maintenance of the PERSAL Personnel subsystem, and the co-ordination of all HR Projects
·Overall management of matters in respect of HIV/AIDS prevention and -care programmes and employee assistance programmes
·Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all HR related matters (procedural and policy)
·Interpret existing and newly developed policies and facilitate policy making on HR matters where applicable
·Develop and implement appropriate policy, systems, management- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a comprehensive district HR Service
·Identify the needs for improved HR services and formulate programmes and projects for the implementation thereof
·Maintain discipline of staff members
·Execute HR Performance Management

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✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
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✓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
✓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 sasrecruit44@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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