Assistant Director: Human Resource Management

Overview

Assistant Director for Human Resource Management at the Office of the Chief Justice in Mbombela, requiring a National Diploma and three years' relevant experience.

Requirements

• Applicants should be in possession of a three-year National Diploma in Human Resources Management / Public Administration / Public Management / Personnel Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in Human Resources Management environment of which one (1) should be at supervisory level.
• Introduction to PERSAL certificate.
• Experience in Labour Relations and a valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
• Knowledge and skills: Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Act. 1994, Knowledge of Public Service Regulation 2016, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, knowledge of HRM policies, knowledge of HR related standards, practices, processes and procedure, knowledge of Batho Pele Principles.
• Skilled in Computer literacy, communication and report writing, Analytical thinking, problem solving, planning and organising skills, decision making, motivational, presentation and time management.
• Along with the following attributes: Innovative, Meticulous, creative, people orientated, time bound, trustworthy, assertive and self-motivated.

Duties

• Implement efficient and effective recruitment and selection processes: Identify funded vacant posts, ensure submission of request to advertise panel memo for approval, monitor the compilation and implementation of the recruitment plan, monitor maintenance of staff establishment, provide advice on recruitment and selection matters.
• Ensure the administration of condition of service and benefits: Capture office leave plan, quality assure all the necessary documents and forms complete and approve / disapprove leave on PERSAL, ensure the submission and completion of PILLIR applications, ensure the administration of long service recognition awards, housing allowance applications, acting allowance and overtime, monitor the submission of pension documents within 6 weeks after termination, monitor the completion and submission of appointment and termination documents, conduct leave audit.
• Implement Performance Management and Development system and training initiatives: ensure the submission of performance agreements, mid-year reviews, annual assessments and the capturing on PERSAL in line with the PMDS policy and prescripts, quality assure data for outstanding PMDS documents and take remedial actions, facilitate pre-moderation meetings and take minutes, facilitate appeals emanating from the moderation process of the province, monitor the payment of performance rewards, implement training plan in the province, attend to internal and external audit queries.
• Implement labour relations matters and EHW programmes: Implement the recommendations on grievances, provide support to investigations and disciplinary hearings where necessary in consultation with labour relations, implement the outcomes of disciplinary hearing, dispute and appeal cases, provide support on conciliations and arbitrations, facilitate the implementation of EHW programmes in the province, ensure the provision of efficient and effective provision of HR records management services, ensure the maintenance of the registry book for HR document and request, ensure adequate filing system, maintain safe custody and protection of files and records, ensure the maintenance of HR record management database, supervise and develop staff, ensure general supervision of employees, allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by officials, manage leave of staff, advise and lead supervisees with regard to all aspects of the work, manage performance, conduct and discipline of employees, ensure that all employees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively, develop, implement and monitor work systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning, address enquiries and provide advice and guidance on asset allocation and control.

How to apply

Applications can be sent via email to 2026/125/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Enquiries: Technical Related Enquiries: SJ Zwane Tel No: (013) 758 0000 HR Related Enquiries: Mr. SJ Zwane Tel No: (013) 758 000

Notes

The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals. All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant. The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, social media, reference checks and employment verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process. All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by policies. All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide requested information will render your application null and void. The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process. ERRATUM: Kindly take note that the post of Usher Messenger at the Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town, Ref No: 2026/69/OCJ advertised on Public Service Vacancy Circular 25, dated 17 August has been withdrawn. OTHER POSTS