Senior Human Resource Practitioner

Overview

Senior Human Resource Practitioner sought in Bloemfontein to facilitate recruitment and selection, prepare shortlisting schedules, and draft appointment submissions for the Department of Water and Sanitation.

Requirements

• A National Diploma at (NQF) level 6 in Human Resources Management or relevant qualification with majors in Human Resource Management.
• Three (3) to four (4) years’ experience in specialisation in Recruitment and Selection and OSD appointment procedures.
• Experience in developing and managing data tracking systems and reporting on progress of filling of posts.
• Knowledge and experience in drafting reports and submissions.
• Knowledge and experience of administrative, clerical procedures and systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management legislation, policies, practices, procedures and Human Resource Planning.
• Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
• Understanding of socio-economic and development issues.
• Extensive exposure to OSD recruitment processes, verifications and knowledge and understanding of the OSD Framework.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Strong negotiation and conflict management skills.

Duties

• Facilitate Recruitment and Selection processes.
• Prepare detailed schedules (long list), score sheets and applications from the Z83 application system.
• Supply statistics regarding employment equity.
• Facilitate the shortlisting and interview processes.
• Draft appointment submissions and route for approval.
• Render a human resource advisory service to line managers on recruitment and selection.
• Ensure that OSD appointments are done in compliance with the OSD Framework.
• Ensure personal suitability checks.
• Ensure the promotion of effective human resource management.
• Ensure that policies / legislations / prescripts are followed and complied with during the recruitment and selection process.
• Monitoring and evaluation of all HR processes, supervision, training and motivation of staff.
• Co-ordinate and conduct investigations of human resource related problems and advise management accordingly.
• Management of Human Resources which include, staff and work allocation to subordinates.
• Management of the recruitment and selection database.

How to apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr N Smouse Tel No: (051) 405 9000

Notes

Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. 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. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency is a Public Water Resource Management Agency, established in line with the provisions of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act no 36 of 1998) (NWA) and National Water Policy for South Africa. It is an entity of the National Department of Water and Sanitation. Employees appointed in the CMA have similar employment terms and conditions as those of employees appointed in terms of the Public Service Act, though not employed in terms of the Public Service Act. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The agency reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. OTHER POSTS