Chief Director: Human Resource ManagementHead Office (Johannesburg)

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Human Resources Management/ Human Resources Development / Labour Relations / Industrial Psychology / Public Administration / Public Management / Management Services / Organisational Development / Operations Management.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in the human resources management environment.
• A valid driver’s license.
• A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate (Nyukela) submitted prior to appointment.
• Competencies:
• Basic knowledge of GPG and DID policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations.
• Understanding of expectations of customers.
• Knowledge of Human resources management.
• Knowledge of Project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of Project Management.
• Knowledge of People Management.
• Knowledge of Financial Management.
• Knowledge of Conflict Management.
• Skills:
• Presentation.
• Communication.
• Computer literacy.
• Project management.
• Report writing.
• Analytical.
• Problem solving.
• Planning and organising.
• Leadership.
• Negotiation.
• Influencing.
• Attributes:
• Responsive.
• Credible.
• Quality-oriented.
• Innovative.
• Strategic thinker.
• Decisive.
• Credible.
• Motivating.

Duties

• Oversee the recruitment, selection, appointment, transfer, promotion, acting appointment and onboarding of employees.
• Oversee the administration of conditions of service, including leave, housing allowance, medical aid, pension benefits, overtime, service terminations and related employee benefits.
• Oversee accurate and complete personnel records and service histories.
• Oversee human resource information, payroll services and PERSAL system control.
• Oversee the monitoring of human resources administration data and reports to support workforce planning and management decision-making.
• Oversee the improvement of human resources administration processes and systems for enhanced efficiency and service delivery.
• Oversee collective bargaining and engagement with recognised labour unions and bargaining structures.
• Oversee grievances, disciplinary cases, misconduct investigations, disputes, incapacity and poor performance matters.
• Oversee the coordination of conciliation, mediation and arbitration processes and represent the Department where required.
• Oversee the monitoring of labour relations trends and implementation of measures to reduce disputes and legal risks.
• Oversee the promotion of sound employee relations and effective conflict resolution processes across the Department.
• Advise Executive Management on labour relations matters.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS).
• Oversee the development and implementation of the Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training report.
• Oversee training and development programmes for employees at all levels.
• Oversee career development, mentoring, coaching and succession planning initiatives.
• Oversee skills development programmes, bursaries, internships and learnerships.
• Oversee the monitoring of compliance with Skills Development legislation and SETA requirements.
• Oversee the evaluation of the impact of training and development interventions on organisational performance.
• Oversee human resources planning, staffing forecasts, vacancy analysis and workforce reporting.
• Oversee organisational design, structural reviews and job evaluation processes.
• Oversee the provision of Employee Health and Wellness Programmes, including counselling, health promotion, trauma support and work-life balance initiatives.
• Oversee organisational culture and change management interventions.
• Oversee the coordination of human resources management responses to audit findings and any legislative queries.
• Oversee the monitoring and reporting on the implementation of human resources planning, organisational design and wellness programmes.
• Oversee the development of policies, strategies, and plans related to recruitment, appointments, service benefits, conditions of service, leave administration, termination processes, personnel records, labour relations, learning and development, skills development, career management and human resources planning, employee wellness, organisational design and change management.
• Oversee the alignment of the unit’s strategic priorities and work plans with those of the Department.
• Oversee the preparation of annual operation plans.
• Oversee the implementation of risk and mitigation plans.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of management reports for human resources management.
• Oversee written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc.
• Oversee compliance with the Public Service Act, Public Service regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and other applicable prescripts.
• Manage performance agreements for subordinates based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department.
• Manage subordinates and maintain discipline.
• Manage training and development of subordinates according to agreed training interventions.
• Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for subordinates.
• Manage funds in the unit in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations.
• Monitor under spending or overspending by the unit in terms of the departmental budget allocations.

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Notes from the department

• Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates).
• The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
• The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process.
• It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s).
• The employment decision shall be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.
• The Department is committed to promoting employment equity, including race, gender and disability representation, through the filling of this post(s).
• Accordingly, the transfer, promotion or appointment of candidates should contribute towards improving representativity and achieving the numerical targets set out in the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.
• In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.
• Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118/076 942 4090.
• All shortlisted candidates will undertake practical assessment test, SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job).
• It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.
• It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan.
• To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• The Department reserves the right not to appoint.
• If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.