ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Job Overview

The Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture (DSRAC) seeks an Assistant Director: Human Resource Management based in Nelson Mandela (Gqeberha). Candidates require a National Diploma or B Degree in HR, Public Administration, or related fields, alongside at least three years of experience as a Senior Personnel Practitioner. Responsibilities include managing recruitment, conditions of service, performance management, labour relations, and employee wellness programmes while utilizing PERSAL and adhering to public sector legislation.

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate
• National Diploma (NQF L6) or preferably a B Degree (NQF L7) in Human Resource Management / Personnel Management / Public Administration / Public Management / Business Management / Industrial Psychology
• Minimum of three (3) years of functional experience as a Senior Personnel Practitioner (Level 7/8) in Human Resource Management
• Extensive knowledge of the PERSAL and Pension Case Management systems
• Knowledge of Human Resource Management Methodology, Principles and Strategies
• Knowledge of COIDA, DPSA Directives, and Batho Pele Principles
• Knowledge of Budgeting and Financial Management
• Knowledge of Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, PFMA, National Treasury regulations, PAIA, PAJA, MISS, and POPIA
• Skills in Coaching and Mentoring, Conflict Management, Critical and Innovative Thinking, People Management, and Project Management
• A valid Code 8 driving licence

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate and monitor Human Resource Management and Personnel Conduct
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and appointment processes
• Administer conditions of service and employee benefits including GEPF and pension cases
• Ensure accurate personnel records and HR information management
• Coordinate performance management and development services (EPMDS)
• Coordinate labour relations services and implement related policies
• Coordinate wellness programmes services and employee health initiatives
• Manage administration processes, policy development inputs, and audit responses
• Supervise human resources and maintain staff discipline

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