PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER: HR PLANNING
Department of Health · Provincial Office
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Reference
- MPDOH/OCT/26/1652
- Salary band
- R 338 106
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Health Location: Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit) Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07), (plus service benefits) Requirements: Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus three (3) years’ experience in Human Resource Management, with exposure to HR Planning, Establishment Management, Recruitment and Selection, or related HR functions or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Public Management as recognised by SAQA. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and relevant DPSA policies. Knowledge of PERSAL and establishment management processes. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications. Proven intermediate MS Excel skills. Good communication, analytical, planning, report-writing, and interpersonal skills. A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. Competencies and Skills: Planning 169 and organising. Problem-solving and analytical thinking. Good verbal and written communication skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Computer literacy. Teamwork and client orientation. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Duties: Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Human Resource Plan. Collect, analyse, and maintain HR information and statistics to support workforce planning (ICSP, CoE, HRIS, PERSAL, APL). Assist in organisational structure management and establishment control. Monitor funded and unfunded posts within the approved establishment. Facilitate the compilation of HR planning reports and submissions. Support vacancy management and workforce forecasting processes. Ensure compliance with relevant HR planning policies and prescripts. Provide administrative and advisory support on HR Planning matters. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding HR Planning activities. Application instructions: . Proven intermediate MS Excel skills. Good communication, analytical, planning, report-writing, and interpersonal skills. A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. Competencies and Skills: Planning 169 and organising. Problem-solving and analytical thinking. Good verbal and written communication skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Computer literacy. Teamwork and client orientation. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Enquiries: Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. Closing Date: 2026-10-30T23:59:00+02:00
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Requirements
- ✓Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus three (3) years’ experience in Human Resource Management, with exposure to HR Planning, Establishment Management, Recruitment and Selection, or related HR functions or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Public Management as recognised by SAQA
- ✓Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and relevant DPSA policies
- ✓Knowledge of PERSAL and establishment management processes
- ✓Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications
- ✓Proven intermediate MS Excel skills
- ✓Good communication, analytical, planning, report-writing, and interpersonal skills
- ✓A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage
- ✓Competencies and Skills: Planning 169 and organising
- ✓Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- ✓Good verbal and written communication skills
Key responsibilities
- •Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Human Resource Plan
- •Collect, analyse, and maintain HR information and statistics to support workforce planning (ICSP, CoE, HRIS, PERSAL, APL)
- •Assist in organisational structure management and establishment control
- •Monitor funded and unfunded posts within the approved establishment
- •Facilitate the compilation of HR planning reports and submissions
- •Support vacancy management and workforce forecasting processes
- •Ensure compliance with relevant HR planning policies and prescripts
- •Provide administrative and advisory support on HR Planning matters
- •Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding HR Planning activities
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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