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Human Resource Practitioner: Recruitment and Selection

Directorate: Human Resource Administration (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)

Closing dateToday is Sat 17 Oct · SAST

Closed Friday 16 October 2026 at 16:00Applications are no longer accepted.

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Human Resource Practitioner in Recruitment and Selection (12-month contract, 4 posts). Manage recruitment processes, shortlisting, interviews, and candidate administration in Pretoria.

  • Advertise vacant positions, arrange shortlisting and interviews, and administer recruitment and selection processes in line with public service legislation and policies.
  • Provide advisory services on recruitment and selection, conduct personnel suitability checks, issue appointment letters, and maintain recruitment databases.
  • You must have Grade 12, a National Diploma in Human Resource Management (NQF 6), and at least 1 year of recruitment and selection experience.
  • You must have knowledge of the Public Service Act, Employment Equity Act, Labour Relations Act, and Basic Conditions of Employment Act, plus strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.
  • Based in Pretoria, Gauteng. Submit applications by hand or email to HRPrecruit89@nda.gov.za. Closing date is not stated in the advert.

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Requirements

  • Must be in possession of grade 12 certificate and National Diploma in Human Resource Management (NQF 6).
  • The candidate must have a minimum of 1 year experience in Recruitment and Selection Environment.
  • Job Related Work Experience:
  • Knowledge of recruitment and selection prescripts and legislation.
  • Knowledge of human resource transformation, monitoring and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of Public Service Act.
  • Knowledge of Public Service Regulations.
  • Knowledge of Employment Equity Act.
  • Knowledge of Labour Relations Act.
  • Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
  • Job Related Skills: the applicant must have good communication (verbal and written).
  • Good interpersonal relations.
  • Ability to communicate well with people at different level.
  • Planning and organising skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Good telephone and email etiquette.
  • Presentation and facilitation.
  • Report writing.
  • Record keeping.
  • People management.
  • Monitoring and evaluation.
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution.
  • Customer focus.
  • Computer literacy.
  • A Valid Driver’s License.

Duties

  • Ensure the advertisement of vacant and funded posts.
  • Ensure that duly completed and approved application to fill a Post Form is attached.
  • Ensure that job description or job evaluation results are attached.
  • Ensure that employment equity targets are attached.
  • Draft advertisement in line with the approved job profile.
  • Send draft advertisement to line manager for sign off before placement.
  • Submit documents to advertising section for placement.
  • Provide effective advisory service on recruitment and selection.
  • Ensure adherence and compliance to R&S policy and prescripts.
  • Administer the arrangement of shortlisting’s and interviews.
  • Provide technical advisory services during shortlisting’s and interviews.
  • Implement recommendations of the selection committee members.
  • Draft appointment submission for approval.
  • Conduct personnel suitability checks on recommended candidates.
  • Issue appointment letters and regret letters.
  • Provide assistance during recruitment and selection information sessions.
  • Respond to all related enquiries.
  • Meet with clients on daily operational issues.
  • Write submissions and letters on matters related to recruitment and selection.
  • Represent the unit at various transformation forums in the Department.
  • Rendering secretariat services during shortlisting and interviews.
  • Provide effective interpretation on legislations, policies and directives.
  • Provide inputs on the amendment of policies and procedures.
  • Draft written responses to line functionaries on functional areas to enhance correct implementation of recruitment and selection processes and practices.
  • Follow up on vacancies with a view to reduce the vacancy rate and turnaround time to fill a post.
  • Provide training on recruitment and selection policies and prescripts.
  • Maintain and update database with statistics on the filling of posts.
  • Maintain and provide statistical information on recruitment and selection.
  • Update and maintain recruitment and selection vacancy databases.
  • Control, maintain and monitor databases set up to monitor recruitment and selection activities.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email HRPrecruit89@nda.gov.za

New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.

Enquiries

Mr Godfrey Matloga Tel No: (012) 319 9416

Notes from the department

  • To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery.
  • The Department will not be held responsible for server delays.
  • Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.
  • Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications.
  • Failure to comply will result in disqualification.
  • To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG).
  • Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme:
  • Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • NB:
  • Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.
  • Applications:
  • Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
  • Do not submit duplicate applications.
  • If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post.
  • Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications.
  • Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
  • Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future.
  • Important:
  • DOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action.
  • We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
  • The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies.
  • By applying, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department.
  • Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles).
  • Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations.
  • Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests.
  • All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with.
  • Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination.

As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 6 · open the PDF

POST 35/03: HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER: RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION REF NO: 3/3/1/89/2026 (X4 POSTS) Directorate: Human Resource Administration (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)
SALARY: R338 106 per annum (Level 07), (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
CENTRE: Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS: Must be in possession of grade 12 certificate and National Diploma in Human Resource Management (NQF 6). The candidate must have a minimum of 1 year experience in Recruitment and Selection Environment. Job Related Work Experience: Knowledge of recruitment and selection prescripts and legislation. Knowledge of human resource transformation, monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of Public Service Act. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of Employment Equity Act. Knowledge of Labour Relations Act. Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Job Related Skills: the applicant must have good communication (verbal and written). Good interpersonal relations. Ability to communicate well with people at different level. Planning and organising skills. Problem solving skills. Good telephone and email etiquette. Presentation and facilitation. Report writing. Record keeping. People management. Monitoring and evaluation. Negotiation and conflict resolution. Customer focus. Computer literacy. A Valid Driver’s License.
DUTIES: Ensure the advertisement of vacant and funded posts. Ensure that duly completed and approved application to fill a Post Form is attached. Ensure that job description or job evaluation results are attached. Ensure that employment equity targets are attached. Draft advertisement in line with the approved job profile. Send draft advertisement to line manager for sign off before placement. Submit documents to advertising section for placement. Provide effective advisory service on recruitment and selection. Ensure adherence and compliance to R&S policy and prescripts. Administer the arrangement of shortlisting’s and interviews. Provide technical advisory services during shortlisting’s and interviews. Implement recommendations of the selection committee members. Draft appointment submission for approval. Conduct personnel suitability checks on recommended candidates. Issue appointment letters and regret letters. Provide assistance during recruitment and selection information sessions. Respond to all related enquiries. Meet with clients on daily operational issues. Write submissions and letters on matters related to recruitment and selection. Represent the unit at various transformation forums in the Department. Rendering secretariat services during shortlisting and interviews. Provide effective interpretation on legislations, policies and directives. Provide inputs on the amendment of policies and procedures. Draft written responses to line functionaries on functional areas to enhance correct implementation of recruitment and selection processes and practices. Follow up on vacancies with a view to reduce the vacancy rate and turnaround time to fill a post. Provide training on recruitment and selection policies and prescripts. Maintain and update database with statistics on the filling of posts. Maintain and provide statistical information on recruitment and selection. Update and maintain recruitment and selection vacancy databases. Control, maintain and monitor databases set up to monitor recruitment and selection activities.
ENQUIRIES: Mr Godfrey Matloga Tel No: (012) 319 9416
APPLICATIONS: Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email HRPrecruit89@nda.gov.za

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