Assistant Director: Human Resource Management

Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following website https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered or emailed applications will be accepted. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a comprehensive CV in pdf format and new updated Z83 form in pdf format obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.

Each (Z83) application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, signed and dated by the applicant. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full.

Section E, F and G: Noting that there’s a limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable - If the CV has been attached and provides the required information. On the CV all experience should be in a chronological order indicating the employer, position and employment period. On the CV indicate the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY).

Please ensure your CV includes the names of all schools/institutions attended. The Information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 of which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate.

The question that relates to conditions that prevent re-appointment under part F must be answered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly.

Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post.

NB: Where Driver’s License is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification process entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc.

Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate will be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993

A National Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management / Public Administration or relevant qualification (NQF-level 6/7) with minimum 5 - 10 years relevant experience in HR environment (5 years of the above should be as HR Supervisor). Must have a valid driver’s license. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of PERSAL and knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Regulations, PSCBC resolutions, BCEA, LRA, SDA, OHSA & COIDA and other Human Resource regulatory frameworks.

Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint). Good understanding of Collective Bargaining processes and PSCBC resolutions. Skills: Leadership, Planning, Organizing, Problem solving, Presentation and Communication skills (verbal and written) and Financial Management skills.

Ability to work under pressure. Ability to build and sustain effective team. Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Delegation.

Adhere to timelines on projects and good interpersonal relations. Leadership and basic financial management skills. Knowledge of Staff Performance Management System.

Ability to work independently. Ability to deal with conflict. Computer skills (MS Office, Excel and Power Point).

Ability to work in a high volume and highly pressurized environment.

Lead, plan, organize and control human resource department. Manage human resource budget. Implement and interprets policies / directives and guidelines.

Implement and maintain sound quality management systems, including applicable legislations, policies, good practice and standard. Manage Recruitment & Selection processes and report accordingly. Provide training, guidance and support to HR staff, line managers and staff.

Approve and quality assure all mandates and transactions related to OSD and non-OSD appointments, transfers, terminations, salary administration and management of conditions of service etc. Manage grading of all staff that is OSD and non-OSD. Advice managers on HR delegations.

Ensure that PERSAL related transactions and mandates are forwarded timeously to Gauteng Department of eGovernment and verification is done for all submitted mandates. Manage staff Establishment and post filling. Draw up a post filling plan and liaise with management.

Manage payroll. Manage Policy and Procedure on Incapacity Leave and Ill-Health Retirement (PILIR). Provide operational support to all staff and line managers.

Manage the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) of all staff in the institution and staff under supervision. Manage labour relations unit. Manage OHS unit.

Manage Employee Health & Wellness unit. Manage audit queries, comply to the Audit Action Plan and eliminate audit findings. Manage and implement RWOPS / ORW, Declaration of Financial Disclosures / e-Disclosures.

Monitor overtime for all staff. Specimen signatures. Develop and monitor Operational Plans and SOPs related to HR.

Attend relevant meetings and trainings. Perform other duties as delegated by the Head of Department and knowledge of Ideal Hospital Realization.

Dr I Nku Tel: 011 321 6000