Jobs · Western Cape · the Premier
HR Clerk: Performance Administration
Closes Monday 19 October 2026
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HR Clerk to administer performance management processes, probation management, and HR reporting for Western Cape Government. Requires Grade 12 and strong administrative skills.
- Administer performance management processes and monitor compliance with performance review and assessment requirements
- Administer and monitor employee probation processes, and perform administrative functions on PERSAL and PERMIS systems
- Compile HR reports, maintain accurate employee data records, and provide stakeholder support for HR-related communication
- Must have Senior Certificate (Grade 12), knowledge of Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), Public Service Act, PERSAL and PERMIS systems, and strong computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases)
- Based at Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
- Submit completed application online before the closing date. Shortlisted candidates must attend interviews, complete vetting documentation, and undertake two pre-entry assessments (practical exercise and integrity assessment)
- Closing date not specified in this advert
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Requirements
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification).
- Competencies:
- Knowledge of the following:
- Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), and all other performance related Directives, Resolutions;
- Probation Management;
- Public Service Act and Regulations;
- DPSA Performance Management prescripts and frameworks;
- PERSAL and PERMIS systems;
- Labour relations principles as they relate to performance;
- Records management and reporting requirements;
- WCG governance and compliance requirements.
- Skills in the following:
- Numeracy;
- Literacy;
- Language;
- Planning and organisation;
- Strong administrative and organisational skills;
- Verbal and written communication skills;
- Report writing and basic data analysis;
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases);
- Attention to detail and accuracy;
- Problem-solving and planning skills;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Duties
- Responsible for all administrative function related to performance management i.e Administer performance management processes and monitor compliance with performance review and assessment requirements;
- Administer and monitor employee probation processes;
- Compile HR reports and maintain accurate employee data records;
- Provide stakeholder support and facilitate HR-related communication;
- Perform administrative functions related to the management of PERMIS;
- Perform necessary administrative functions on PERSAL (capturing of payments and confirmation of probation).
How to apply
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
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Enquiries
Mr BM Buys Tel No: (021) 483 4167
Notes from the department
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date.
- Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.
- All shortlisted candidates 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.
- The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
- By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
- Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
- Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00.
- Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214.
- For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
- Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 230 · open the PDF
POST 35/347: HR CLERK: PERFORMANCE ADMINISTRATION REF NO: DOTP 93/2026 (X2 POSTS) SALARY: R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) CENTRE: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), and all other performance related Directives, Resolutions; Probation Management; Public Service Act and Regulations; DPSA Performance Management prescripts and frameworks; PERSAL and PERMIS systems; Labour relations principles as they relate to performance; Records management and reporting requirements; WCG governance and compliance requirements. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Literacy; Language; Planning and organisation; Strong administrative and organisational skills; Verbal and written communication skills; Report writing and basic data analysis; Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases); Attention to detail and accuracy; Problem-solving and planning skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. DUTIES: Responsible for all administrative function related to performance management i.e Administer performance management processes and monitor compliance with performance review and assessment requirements; Administer and monitor employee probation processes; Compile HR reports and maintain accurate employee data records; Provide stakeholder support and facilitate HR-related communication; Perform administrative functions related to the management of PERMIS; Perform necessary administrative functions on PERSAL (capturing of payments and confirmation of probation). ENQUIRIES: Mr BM Buys Tel No: (021) 483 4167 NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.