ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Job Overview

The Umgungundlovu Health District Office is hiring an Assistant Director: Human Resource Management (R487 197 per annum). Candidates require a Grade 12 certificate, a Degree/National Diploma in Human Resource Management/Public Management/Administration, 3 to 5 years of HR experience (3 at a supervisory level), a valid driver's license, and advanced PERSAL skills. Responsibilities include overseeing HR provisioning and administration, managing labour relations, maintaining employee wellness programmes, and budget monitoring. Applications must be submitted via Z83 form to the physical address or online portal.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent.
• Degree/ National Diploma in Human Resource Management/Public Management/Administration.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in Human Resource Management environment, of which 3 years must be at supervisory level.
• Proof of Current and Previous working experience endorsed by HR department will be required for shortlisted candidates.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, as amended, and Public Service Act, as amended.
• Knowledge of Project management and Strategic planning, Employee Performance and Management System.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of operational issues affecting administration of Human Resource Management practices within a health service delivery environment.
• Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of current HR practices and legislative/policy framework.
• High level of communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Computer literacy in MS Office software applications.
• Advanced PERSAL skills.
• Basic auditing, decision making, networking, planning and organizing, policy formulation and analysis, problem solving, report writing skills, and team player.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee Human Resource Management Provisioning, Practices and administration services and ensure high-quality HR services.
• Develop and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for implementation of Human Resource policies.
• Provide advice and guidance to management regarding the interpretation and implementation of legislation, prescripts, policies and resolutions.
• Monitor and control budget allocated to Human Resource component and clearing of suspense accounts.
• Manage and coordinate activities aimed at addressing staff well-being and labour relations.
• Maintain good/sound labour peace and ensure establishment of fully functional employee health and wellness programmes.
• Ensure provision of Occupational Health and Safety services to the District Office Components.
• Ensure functional HR committees such as coordination of Institutional Management Labour Committee Meetings (IMLC) and Occupational Health and Safety committees.
• Ensure timely submission of HR related reports and information.
• Manage the utilization of resources allocated to the Section inclusive of the development of staff.

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