Administration · Circular 33 of 2026

Human Resource Clerk Production

Department of Water and Sanitation

Overview

Provide HR administrative support including PERSAL transaction capturing and policy implementation guidance to line managers in Gqeberha.

Requirements

  • A Senior/Grade 12 Certificate.
  • Knowledge of PERSAL system, database and spread sheet application.
  • Knowledge of the PSA, PSR and other relevant Human Resources prescripts and legislation.
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal) ability to work under pressure.

Duties

  • The successful candidate will be responsible for providing professional advice to the line managers.
  • Ensure effective and efficient interpretation and implementation of the departmental HRM Policies, system, regulation guidelines, resolution and other prescribes.
  • Capturing transactions on PERSAL.
  • Recruitment and Selection.
  • Organisational Development.
  • Employee Relations.
  • Human Resource Development.
  • Drafting of submissions.
  • Handling all Human Resource administration i.e. conditions of service, termination of services and leave management.
  • Provide HR Registry services

How to apply

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

Enquiries: Mr. CS Nzimande Tel No: (041) 508 9719

Notes

Preference will be given to candidates from the Nelson Mandela Bay District. Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, 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 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 and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. 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 Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. 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 department 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

Post 33/117, sourced from the DPSA Circular 33 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Water and Sanitation by 28 September 2026, quoting reference 280926/10. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Gqeberha
Salary
R237 453 p/a · Level 5
Closing date
28 September 2026
Reference
280926/10
How to apply →

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