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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION SERVICES (RECRUITMENT)

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

DARDLEA/2026/08/07

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Directorate

Human Resource Management and Development

Location

Head Office

Salary

R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

Grade 12 plus a recognised Advanced Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources Management / Human Resource Development / Labour Relations, Public Management qualification. Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Assistant Director in a Human Resource Management environment. PERSAL Personnel, PERSAL Establishment, PERSAL Movement Administration, PERSAL Appointments. Skills And Competencies: Knowledge and experience in recruitment and selection. A valid driver’s licence. Job related knowledge: Employment Equity Act. Public Service Regulations. Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Public Service Act. Skills Development Act. Labour Relations Act. Public Service Co-ordinating Bargaining Council (PSCBC) resolutions. Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA). Public Finance Management Act. Job related skills: Analytical thinking. Communication (verbal and written). Computer literacy. Report writing ability. Problem solving ability. A valid driver’s License.

Duties

Manage Implementation of Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Process. Develop and monitor implementation of Annual Recruitment Plan. Manage Implementation of Transfers, Translation and Secondments. Monitor and report on transfers of employees from other departments. Monitor and report on secondment of employees. Report on acting appointments of departmental employees. Management Development and Reviewal Recruitment Policies, Strategies & Procedures. Develop long-term strategies to address employee turnover. Present policy to stakeholders for input. Manage awareness campaigns on developed and reviewed policy and strategies. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the retention strategies or techniques of the department. Manage Implementation of Pay Progression and Grade progression. Monitor Payments of Pay progression and Grade progression. Request HR status report. Managing area of responsibility. Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team section produces excellent work in terms of quality and timelines. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from the Director. Delegate functions to staff, based on individual potential, provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Manage employee performance daily and ensure timely. Manage development & implementation of work plans for all subordinates.

Enquiries

Ms. SP Shongwe Tel No: (013) 766 6003 or Mr. MG Ngwane Tel No: (013) 766 6110 or Ms. NF Mgiba Tel No: (013) 766 6476

Closing Date

2026-09-11T23:59:00+02:00

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.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Grade 12 plus a recognised Advanced Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources Management / Human Resource Development / Labour Relations, Public Management qualification
  • ·Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Assistant Director in a Human Resource Management environment
  • ·PERSAL Personnel, PERSAL Establishment, PERSAL Movement Administration, PERSAL Appointments
  • ·Skills And Competencies: Knowledge and experience in recruitment and selection
  • ·A valid driver’s licence
  • ·Job related knowledge: Employment Equity Act
  • ·Public Service Regulations
  • ·Basic Conditions of Employment Act
  • ·Public Service Act
  • ·Skills Development Act

Key Duties

  • ·Manage Implementation of Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Process
  • ·Develop and monitor implementation of Annual Recruitment Plan
  • ·Manage Implementation of Transfers, Translation and Secondments
  • ·Monitor and report on transfers of employees from other departments
  • ·Monitor and report on secondment of employees
  • ·Report on acting appointments of departmental employees
  • ·Management Development and Reviewal Recruitment Policies, Strategies & Procedures
  • ·Develop long-term strategies to address employee turnover
  • ·Present policy to stakeholders for input
  • ·Manage awareness campaigns on developed and reviewed policy and strategies

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • 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 ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION SERVICES (RECRUITMENT) position at Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga?+

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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION SERVICES (RECRUITMENT) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 932 292. 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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