Chief Personnel Officer

Requirements

• Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 plus six (6) years’ relevant experience in Human Resource Management or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Public Management as recognized by SAQA plus three (3) years’ relevant experience in Human Resource Development.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in the post of Personnel Practitioner / Principal Personnel Officer / Administrative Officer (Level 7).
• A least a minimum of three (3) PERSAL courses is inherent requirement.
• Extensive knowledge of PERSAL including interpreting PERSAL reports.
• Skills and competencies:
• In-depth knowledge of policies, systems, processes, procedures and best practices pertaining to Recruitment and Selection, Condition of Services, Employees Benefits, Administration, Performance Management, Human Resource Development and Skills development.
• A good understanding and knowledge of the PFMA, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment and Employment Equity Act.
• Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and 245 Treasury Regulations.
• Computer literacy particularly MS, Excel, Outlook & Word.
• Good interpersonal relationship, networking, written and verbal communication skills at levels.
• Logical and innovative thinking abilities and leadership skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Co-ordination and compilation of reports regarding the filing of posts.
• Monitor the development and review of the system of administering processes in the area of HR strategy and the management of demand and supply of human resources.
• Monitor and advise the process of recruitment and selection within the Department.
• Development of service in the standards in the area of responsibility.
• Monitor the implementation of Operational Plan of the unit.
• Manage staff in terms of the approved Performance Management and Development system:
• Conduct performance midterm reviews and annual performance assessment of staff.
• Ensure compliance and effective implementation of employment equity and skill development.
• Facilitate processing of pension benefits and leave payouts.
• Create and maintain the complete and accurate Human Resource records.
• Approve PERSAL Transactions captured.
• Utilize resources effectively, adhere to Batho Pele Principle and service standard.

How to apply

New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.

Enquiries

Notes from the department

• N.B.
• Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments.
• Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• In order to alleviate the administration burden on HR Sections as well as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department.
• All posts, health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory councils for shortlisted candidates.
• A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for.
• Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application.
• No fax applications will be considered.
• Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV.
• Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.
• If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83.
• Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time.
• The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment.
• All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment.
• If no response is received from the Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful.
• Please quote the Correct references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za Only Online Applications will be accepted.
• NB:
• Candidates who are not contacted within 90 days after the closing date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful.
• Please note the department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served.
• (People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications).
• All shortlisted candidates, including the 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.