Health · Circular 31 of 2026

HR Practitioner (HRD & Planning)

Department of Health

Overview

HR Practitioner (HRD & Planning) at Department of Health in KwaZulu-Natal.

Requirements

  • Degree / National Diploma in Human Resources Management and Public Management / Public Administration.
  • At least 2-3 years’ recognizable experience in Human Resources Planning, Training and development as well as Performance Management.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Competencies required: Public Service Act 1994, Public Service Regulations, 1999.Basic conditions of Employment Act, 1997, Skills Development Act 1998, Labour Relations Act, SQA and the NQF.
  • Agreement reached in the bargaining chambers in the public service.
  • Knowledge of Employment Equity.
  • Knowledge of the relevant policies and prescripts applicable to the work environment.
  • Computer literacy, Problem solving, Policy analysis and interpretation, Report writing, Presentation, Advisory, Verbal and written communication skills, Planning, Facilitation, Computer literacy, Supervisory, Conflict management, Project Management and Information Management.

Duties

  • Collect and prepare statistical data in terms of HRD activities, prepare reports and minutes.
  • Provide guidelines and assistance with regard to breach of nursing contracts.
  • Attend meetings and be a secretariat on relevant HRD committee.
  • Implement and supervise the implementation of Performance Management and Development System, induction and in-service training as well as Skills Audit.
  • Develop and implement Workplace Skills Plan, HR Plan and Employment Equity Plan as well as Employment Equity Forums.
  • Co- ordinate and supervise the implementation of Learnership, Bursaries and skills development programmes i.e. nurse trainings and conferences.
  • Exercise delegation of authority, supervision of employees and manage the performance of employees.
  • Advise, train and develop employees.
  • Co-ordinate and supervise the implementation of training interventions and skills development programmes.
  • Co-ordinate and conduct workshops in line with PMDS Policy, Training Policy and Bursaries Policy General.
  • Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees.
  • Advise and lead subordinates with regard to all aspects of the work and conduct discipline to supervisees.
  • Advise and lead subordinate with regards to all aspects of the work and conduct discipline to supervisees.
  • Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively.
  • Support the development and participation of mentors, administrate the allocation and management of bursaries.
  • Implement recognition of prior learning and improve qualification.
  • Provide support and advice to supervisors and managers on the administration of Performance Management process during performance reviews.
  • Process performance incentives (Pay Progression, Performance Bonus and Accelerated Grade Progression as well as Grade Progression.
  • ENQURIES : Mr.
  • L.K Mnchunu Tel No: (034) 328 8148

How to apply

All applications can be submitted through hand delivery /courier to: The HR Recruitment Office no:3, Madadeni Hospital, f0001, section 6, Madadeni, 2951. can also be emailed to: sibongiseni.kheswa@kznhealth.gov.za FOR ATTENTION : The Recruitment Officer

Notes

Direction to Candidates: the following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, Certified copies of ID, Highest educational qualification and other relevant documents will be requested for submission only from shortlisted candidates. 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. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 and on the back of the envelope, e.g. MAD 01/2016. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will be disqualify applicants. Person with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. However, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview. The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment of all Institutions. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal places of work to apply.

Post 31/215, sourced from the DPSA Circular 31 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Health by 11 September 2026, quoting reference MAD 11/2026. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
KwaZulu-Natal
Salary
R338 106 – R398 277 p/a · Level 7
Closing date
11 September 2026
Reference
MAD 11/2026
How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.