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PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER (SKILLS PLANNING)

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal

Salary band

R 338 106

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

SSC18/2026

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal

Location

Head Office - Cedara

Salary

R338 106 per annum (Level 07)

Requirements

A National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Human Resources Management or Public Administration and a valid driver’s license. Experience: No experience required. Knowledge: RSA Constitution, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, NDP 2030, relevant HRD Policies and Procedures, National and Provincial HRD Policies and Strategies, South African Qualifications Authority Act, Skills Development Act, Labour Relations Act, Performance Management System, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes in Public Service, PERSAL, Batho Pele Principles, White Paper on Education and Training, knowledge of moderating assessments. Skills: Problem solving, time management, decision making, planning, organising, project planning, communication, interpersonal, innovation, creativity, analytical, policy analysis and development, research, facilitation, presentation, influencing, computer, report writing.

Duties

Develop the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP). Provide advice and guidance on The WSP to internal and external stakeholders. Conduct career guidance. Implement training quality assurance systems. Develop and review Policies. Conduct skills audit processes.

Enquiries

Mrs N Gumede Te l N o : (033) 355 9309

Notes

s in Public Service, PERSAL, Batho Pele Principles, White Paper on Education and Training, knowledge of moderating assessments. Skills: Problem solving, time management, decision making, planning, organising, project planning, communication, interpersonal, innovation, creativity, analytical, policy analysis and development, research, facilitation, presentation, influencing, computer, report writing.

Closing Date

2026-08-31T23:59:00+02:00

About construction and built environment roles in South Africa

The construction and built environment sector is a major employer in South Africa, driven by government infrastructure spending and private development. Quantity surveyors, site managers, civil engineers, and town planners are in consistent demand. Professional registration with bodies such as SACQSP (quantity surveyors), SACAP (architects), and SACLAP (landscape architects) is required for regulated posts. Large government infrastructure projects are administered through provincial departments of Public Works.

·Include your professional registration number and body (SACQSP, SACAP, ECSA, SACLAP) prominently on your CV.
·Government built environment posts often specify CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board) contractor grading requirements for more senior roles.
·Town planning posts in local government require registration with SACPLAN and knowledge of the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA).
·Project and site management roles increasingly require knowledge of the JBCC (Joint Building Contracts Committee) standard contract.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal. 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

  • ·A National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Human Resources Management or Public Administration and a valid driver’s license
  • ·Experience: No experience required
  • ·Knowledge: RSA Constitution
  • ·Public Service Act
  • ·Public Service Regulations
  • ·relevant HRD Policies and Procedures
  • ·National and Provincial HRD Policies and Strategies
  • ·South African Qualifications Authority Act
  • ·Skills Development Act
  • ·Labour Relations Act

Key Duties

  • ·Develop the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP)
  • ·Provide advice and guidance on The WSP to internal and external stakeholders
  • ·Conduct career guidance
  • ·Implement training quality assurance systems
  • ·Develop and review Policies
  • ·Conduct skills audit processes

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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How do I apply for the PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER (SKILLS PLANNING) position at Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal from your Gmail account. The closing date is 31 August 2026.

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What is the salary for the PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER (SKILLS PLANNING) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 338 106. 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.

When does the PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER (SKILLS PLANNING) application close?+

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