DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE POLICY (

Job Overview

The Department is hiring a Deputy Director: Human Resource Policy based in Pretoria, Gauteng (Level 11). Responsibilities include monitoring, developing, reviewing, and implementing HR policies and delegations, conducting research, facilitating stakeholder consultations, and ensuring consistent policy application. Applicants must possess a Grade 12 certificate, a National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management, Public Management, or Public Administration, and at least 3 years of junior management experience in an HR policy environment, along with a valid driver's licence and computer literacy.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate
• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management, Public Management, or Public Administration
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at junior management level in HR Policy environment
• Knowledge of Human Resource Policies and Prescripts
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strategic planning and leadership skills
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Conceptual skills and human relations
• Policy drafting and report writing skills
• Negotiation and consultation with relevant key stakeholders
• Computer literacy skills
• Problem solving skills
• A valid driver’s licence
• Ability to travel and work irregular hours

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor HR Policies developed, reviewed, aligned, facilitated and implemented in the Department
• Identify policies to be developed, amended, and aligned through gap analysis and research
• Compile, draft, and consult on policies with relevant forums and stakeholders
• Prepare memoranda and presentations for management approval of draft policies
• Manage the implementation and communication of approved HR policies
• Monitor HR Delegations regarding PSA and PSR developed, reviewed, and implemented in the Department
• Identify HR functions to be delegated in accordance with prescripts and legislation
• Advocate HR policies and delegations to ensure consistent implementation and application
• Arrange information sessions to advocate relevant policies and delegations via Teams, Zoom, or venues
• Manage and deal with HR-related administrative functions, tasks, and requests instructed by Management
• Analyse, research, and consult role players to compile responses and memoranda for decision-making

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