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Deputy Director: Human Resource AdministrationJohannesburg

Branch: Human Resource Services - (Cluster 2)

Closing dateToday is Sat 14 Nov · SAST

Closes Friday 27 November 2026

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Deputy Director for Human Resource Administration in Johannesburg. Manages HR admin services and supervises staff. Suits qualified HR professionals with supervisory experience.

  • The job is Deputy Director: Human Resource Administration (Ref REFS/057245), in Human Resource Services (Cluster 2).
  • Pay is R932 292 per year (Level 11), as an all-inclusive package.
  • Must have a qualification in Human Resources Management or Public Management at NQF level 7, recognised by SAQA, and 3 years' experience in a supervisory role in an HR environment.
  • PERSAL training is an added advantage.
  • Duties include managing HR administration services, overseeing the ECM workflow and the SAP ESS roll-out, and supervising and developing staff.
  • The post is based in Johannesburg.

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Requirements

  • Qualification in Human Resources Management/Public Management at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA.
  • 3 years ‘experience in supervisory/ ASD level in Human Resource environment.
  • PERSAL Training as an added advantage.

Duties

  • Monitor Operational Plan and maintain compliance of policies, procedures, and prescripts.
  • Monitor progress against Operation Plan.
  • Maintain compliance on legislation and regulations governing all conditions service (Public Service Regulations (PSR/Acts).
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement & implement process changes/improvement.
  • Review efficiency of processes in accordance with policies, procedures and prescripts.
  • Manage the operations Human Resource administration services.
  • Monitor the Enterprise Content Management System (ECM) workflow of the system is operating optimally.
  • Validate the accuracy of termination, pension withdrawal and leave mandates to ensure correct payments.
  • Authorise the implementation the appointments, promotions, transfers, terminations and conditions of service benefits as per policy and guideline interpretation.
  • Manage the roll-out of SAP ESS system to GPG departments.
  • Monitor the implementation of service level agreement and customer relations.
  • Track the efficiency of customer centric by review of allocation of mandates and monitoring implementation of HRA services.
  • Facilitate communicate the customer service delivery standards are agreed upon with the GPG Departments.
  • Facilitate escalated customers enquiries and queries are attended to and resolved.
  • Resolve the escalated customer enquiries and queries are attended to and resolved.
  • Coordinate training and awareness sessions to client departments.
  • Coordinate consultations with Managers on implementation of HRA projects i.e.
  • SAP ESS.
  • Facilitate on-the- job training on HRA processes for GPG entities as requested.
  • Provide awareness session on HRA programs for GPG clients as needed.
  • Prepare and submit comprehensive management reports.
  • Consolidate information/date for decision making.
  • Produce data and analyse operational stats.
  • Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Manage Resource.
  • General supervision of employees.
  • Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees.
  • Oversee the workflow processes and deadlines of staff.
  • Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees.
  • Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively.

How to apply

To apply for the below positions, please submit your application strictly online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No hand-delivery or emailed applications will be accepted.

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Enquiries

Ms. Portia Makotwane at (066) 297 1488

Notes from the department

  • Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed personal information, duties, experience, and references) is required.
  • The online Z83 form must be completed in full.
  • All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the online Z83 must be completed in full.
  • Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the online Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached.
  • However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed.
  • Applicants are not required to attach copies of qualifications.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents.
  • Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).
  • Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by the Gauteng Department of e-Government.
  • The appointment is subject to positive outcomes on employment suitability checks, which include but are not limited to security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification, and criminal record.
  • Successful candidates must obtain a positive security clearance.
  • Applicants who fail to meet the requirements will not be considered.
  • Such applications will be regarded as a regret.
  • All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
  • One must be a practical exercise, 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.
  • Please note that all applicants for Senior Management positions are required to complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme administered by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
  • No appointment will take place without the successful completion of the pre-entry certificate and submission of proof thereof.
  • The Course is available at NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/smspre-entry-programme/.
  • For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za.
  • All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a 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.
  • (This applies only when there is an SMS post).” If you have not received a response from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s).

As printed in Circular 41 of 2026 · page 117 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)

POST 41/178: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION REF NO: REFS/ REFS/057245 Branch: Human Resource Services - (Cluster 2)
SALARY: R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS: Qualification in Human Resources Management/Public Management at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. 3 years ‘experience in supervisory/ ASD level in Human Resource environment. PERSAL Training as an added advantage.
DUTIES: Monitor Operational Plan and maintain compliance of policies, procedures, and prescripts. Monitor progress against Operation Plan. Maintain compliance on legislation and regulations governing all conditions service (Public Service Regulations (PSR/Acts). Identify opportunities for continuous improvement & implement process changes/improvement. Review efficiency of processes in accordance with policies, procedures and prescripts. Manage the operations Human Resource administration services. Monitor the Enterprise Content Management System (ECM) workflow of the system is operating optimally. Validate the accuracy of termination, pension withdrawal and leave mandates to ensure correct payments. Authorise the implementation the appointments, promotions, transfers, terminations and conditions of service benefits as per policy and guideline interpretation. Manage the roll-out of SAP ESS system to GPG departments. Monitor the implementation of service level agreement and customer relations. Track the efficiency of customer centric by review of allocation of mandates and monitoring implementation of HRA services. Facilitate communicate the customer service delivery standards are agreed upon with the GPG Departments. Facilitate escalated customers enquiries and queries are attended to and resolved. Resolve the escalated customer enquiries and queries are attended to and resolved. Coordinate training and awareness sessions to client departments. Coordinate consultations with Managers on implementation of HRA projects i.e. SAP ESS. Facilitate on-the- job training on HRA processes for GPG entities as requested. Provide awareness session on HRA programs for GPG clients as needed. Prepare and submit comprehensive management reports. Consolidate information/date for decision making. Produce data and analyse operational stats. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Manage Resource. General supervision of employees. Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees. Oversee the workflow processes and deadlines of staff. Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees. Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Portia Makotwane at (066) 297 1488

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