CHIEF DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DHET 06/09/2025
Branch: Corporate Services Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management and Development
Salary: R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
Location: Pretoria
Requirements: An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in the field of Human Resource/ Industrial Psychology/Management services/Operations management/Labour Relations/ Social Sciences or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level and 10 years management experience within Human Resource environment.
In-depth knowledge and working experience in the alignment of HR strategy to the business strategy. Management experience in leading change management interventions at various levels of an organization. Training as a Job Evaluation Analyst or Job Evaluation Panelist will be an added advantage.
Successful completion of a Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Service Pre-entry Programme Knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Resource Development Strategy, Public Finance Management Act, PSCBC Resolutions, Government financial systems and processes, Treasury Regulations.
Knowledge of government`s planning and delivery cycle. Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project management, Financial Management, Change Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving & Analysis, People Management & Empowerment, Client Orientation & Customer Care, Excellent Communication Skills and ability to communicate to the audience in a tactful and influential manner. Ability to collaborate and enhance stakeholder relations. Ethical leadership and Integrity.
Duties: Facilitate the development of a Human Resources Strategy and ensure alignment with Departmental strategic objectives. Oversee Human Resources Administration and System Control Services. Oversee development and implementation of Talent Management Strategy aligned with HR best Practices.
Champion Organizational Development, Design processes, Change Management Interventions processes and facilitate implementation of Job Evaluation. Facilitate development and implementation of Human Resources Policy Development. Oversee Employee Health and Wellness programmes, Employment Equity and Affirmative Interventions. Oversee Grievances, Disputes and Misconduct resolution processes and enhance Departmental Collective Bargaining processes.
Enquiries: Ms E Mangena/ Mr R Kgare/MS XE Rikhotso Tel No: (012) 312 5498/5165/5513
Applications: DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website https://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply
Note: Follow the easy prompts/instructions. Upload the supporting documents namely, a comprehensive CV, and copies of all qualifications (including matriculation), identity document, valid driver’s license, and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A user guide and ‘how to’ videos will assist in how to compete for the form and digital signature. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The successful candidate(s) will be required to undergo a Competency Assessment. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Note: All shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake writing test. “DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organization. Women and people living with disability will receive preference in all SMS positions”.
Closing date: 22 September 2025