Principal Personnel Officer

Requirements

A recognized National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Public Management/ Administration. A minimum of One (1) to two (2) years’ working experience in Human Resource environment coupled with (2) years’ supervisory experience. Knowledge of HR prescripts, policies and procedures within the Public Service Knowledge of PERSAL and Smartsheet. Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organisational skills, Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, Good Knowledge of Public Service Act, 1994 (as amended) Public Service Regulations, 2016, Labour Relations Act (LRA), 1995, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 1997, Employment Equity Act (EEA), 1998, Skills Development Act, 1998. Skills: Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point). report writing, planning, organizing, verbal and written communication skills. presentation skills, problem solving, administration, filing and time management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Render effective and efficient Human Resources services, Verify payroll and respond to payroll-related queries, Process employee benefits in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, Manage employee files and ensure proper record management in line with legislative requirements, Oversee staff establishment processes, including appointments and maintenance of records, 89 Administer termination of services in compliance with Public Service prescripts, Coordinate recruitment and selection processes, including compiling memoranda for advertisement of posts, Arrange interview logistics, including booking venues and coordinating panels Verify and manage leave transactions on the Smartsheet system, Administer and monitor leave records for staff member, Provide training and mentoring to junior staff ,Supervise and manage the performance of HR staff Providing monthly statistic and assist with Auditor General Queries. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Notes

Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83. Only shortlist ted 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, including the SMS, 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. 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. 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.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026