Deputy Director - Human Resource Development

Gauteng DCS is an equal opportunity and gender-sensitive employer, and it intends to promote retrospectivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources Directives will be taken into consideration.

NOTE: Applicants must apply online at: www.gautengonline.gov.za / http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. CLOSING DATE: 09 November 2026. NOTE: Applications must be submitted on new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents (effective from 01 January 2021).

All fields in Part A to D of the Z83 form must be completed, and Part E to G noting that there is limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer” to CV or see attached, this is acceptable as long as the CV is attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. The question related to the conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered.

Declaration must be completed and signed. The fully completed and signed new Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only (only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications). Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements, as well as late applications, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.

If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 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. Suitable candidates will undergo a personnel suitability check (Vetting, criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification, and employment verification). The Department of Community Safety reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes.

Candidate will be placed according to corridor coordination and the Department’s needs. The Department will not accept posted, emailed or hand delivered applications. We encourage youth, people with disability, coloured, Indian and white to apply and a confirmation of disabilities from a registered medical practitioner must be attached to the application.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

A Matric and National Diploma (NQF level 6) or bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7), in Human Resource Management/Human Resource Development or Relevant equivalent qualification. 3 years’ experience at entry level management (ASD) /working experience i.e. Skills Development Facilitator, Assessor, and Moderator. No criminal record/ cases pending against you.

A valid code 08/10 driver’s licence Knowledge and Skills: Relevant legislation, strategies and public service regulation. Treasury regulation. Knowledge management.

Understanding of government programs and projects. Applied strategic thinking. Applying technology.

Knowledge of budgeting and financial management. Communication and information management. Continuous improvement.

Citizen focus and responsiveness. Developing others. Diversity management.

Impact and influence. Managing Interpersonal Conflict and Resolving Problems. Networking and Building Bonds.

Planning and organizing. Problem-solving and decision-making. Project management.

Team leadership. Team Worker. Flexible.

Change orientated. Customer focus and credible. Interpersonal skill.

To manage training, skills development, and learnerships. Coordinate and facilitate training and development programmes. Implement and monitor departmental HRD Strategy.

Develop and manage departmental training database. Conduct orientation and induction programme. Monitor compliance of training programmes with relevant legislation.

Coordinate and develop the department’s WSP. Administer Bursaries and study assistance. Develop learnership guidelines and curricula.

Identify learnership areas and alignment with the department’s strategic plan and SETA’s. Establish, facilitate and implement learnership and mentorship programmes. To manage and implement performance management and development system.

Develop and monitor performance management framework. Administer performance rewards. Maintain performance management database.

Provide technical advice and assistance on performance management issues.

For Enquires Call Ms. Mmathethi Patjie 011 689 3845/ 3723/ 3847 (During office hours 08:00am – 16:00pm)