DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE UTILISATION AND DEVELOPMENT is a South African government vacancy at Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC). This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Pretoria | closing date: 29 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
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Where to send your application.
Applicants must use this link or QR code below to access DSAC E-Recruitment System. https://erecruit.dsac.gov.za/public/login_test.php Hand delivery: Sealed envelope addressed to Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Sechaba House, 202 Madiba Street, Pretoria Central. Postal mail to The Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Private Bag X897, Pretoria, 0001.
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum, an all-inclusive remuneration package, consisting of a basic salary (70% of the total remuneration package), State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines.
Centre
Pretoria
Requirements
- Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification;
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Development / Public Management/ Industrial Psychology or any relevant in qualification in Human Resource Management;
- Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for Public Sector Senior Management Leadership as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG);
- 5 years of experience at a Middle/ Senior Managerial level in Human Resource utilisation and development or any training and development environment;
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel;
- PERSAL Certificate;
- Knowledge of performance management and HRD policies and procedures;
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant human resource frameworks;
- Understanding of workplace skills development and performance management development system;
- Knowledge and understanding of elearning platforms and digital learning solutions;
- Knowledge of and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act and Regulations, Basic Conditions of Service Act, Employment Equity Act and Skills Development Act and Regulations;
- Flexibility;
- Team and results orientated.
Duties
- The purpose of this post is to manage human resource utilisation and development within the Department;
- Manage the human Resources Development Strategy-Develop and implement Departmental HRD strategies aligned to organizational objectives;
- Oversee regular skills audits and training needs analyses to identify competency gaps within the Department;
- Assess the impact of skills development on departmental performance and recommend improvements;
- Monitor the implementation of talent and Skills Development in the Department;
- Manage the compilation of training and monitoring reports;
- Develop and review bursary guidelines for the Department;
- Facilitate bursary scheme in the department to build internal capacity;
- Manage the allocation and transfer of bursary funding for employees to academic institutions;
- Develop and Implement the Annual Training Plan;
- Promote a culture of continuous learning within the Department;
- Ensure alignment of training initiatives with the National Skills Development Strategy (NSDS) and other relevant frameworks;
- Manage relationships with training providers and relevant stakeholders (e.g., NSG, SETAs);
- Respond to audit queries;
- Manage the development and implementation of training and development programmes-Design and oversee implementation of learning and development programmes, including leadership development and scarce skills interventions;
- Manage coordination of Learnership and Internship Programmes within the Department;
- Introduce e-learning platforms and digital learning solutions;
- Provide support structures for learners and interns throughout their placement;
- Monitor and track the progress made by learnerships and internships programmes;
- Ensure compliance on all training and development programmes and evaluate the impact of training using data analytics;
- Coordinate and facilitate Induction programme for new and existing employees;
- Lead the development and implementation of AI-enabled HRD initiatives to enhance learning, skills development, performance, and workforce productivity.
- Drive Departmental readiness for digital transformation and emerging technologies.
- Utilise HR analytics and AI-driven insights to support workforce planning, skills forecasting, and decision-making.
- Promote digital literacy, AI awareness, and future skills development across the Department.
- Manage the implementation of Performance Management Development System (PMDS) frameworkEnsure implementation of PMDS framework aligned to organisational strategy;
- Ensure integration of performance management with organisational planning and service delivery objectives;
- Provide strategic leadership on performance management practices across the department;
- Oversee the implementation of PMDS across all levels;
- Monitor compliance with performance agreements, reviews, and assessments;
- Provide guidance and support to management on performance-related matters;
- Lead the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI)- driven performance management systems to enhance efficiency and objectivity;
- Monitor performance outcomes and provide strategic interventions where required;
- Drive the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies into performance management processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and decision-making.
- Utilise AI-powered analytics and dashboards to monitor organisational performance trends, identify risks, and support evidence-based management decisions.
- Manage compilation of report on poor performance;
- Manage the development and implementation of HR utilisation and development policies and strategies-Oversee the development, implementation and review of HRD and PMDS policies;
- Oversee the development and implementation of the Annual Training Plan strategy;
- Monitor questionnaire for HRD Strategic Framework in Public Service;
- Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and public service frameworks;
- Provide strategic advice to senior management and employees on PMDS and HRD Policy matters;
- Translate research findings into practical policy recommendations;
- Manage the Directorate-Plan and coordinate the work of the Directorate;
- Manage the Directorate’s budget and ensure effective and efficient utilisation of resources;
- Ensure compliance with legislative frameworks and audit requirements;
- Provide strategic reports HRD&U performance including AI driven insights;
- Manage the risks in your environment and ensure sound governance practices.
Enquiries
Ms Z Lamati Tel No: (012) 441 3831
Department Notes
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Original Text
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum, an all-inclusive remuneration package, consisting of a basic salary (70% of the total remuneration package), State’s contribution to
the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by
SAQA in Human Resource Development / Public Management/ Industrial
Psychology or any relevant in qualification in Human Resource Management;
Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for Public Sector Senior
Management Leadership as endorsed by the National School of Government
(NSG); 5 years of experience at a Middle/ Senior Managerial level in Human
Resource utilisation and development or any training and development environment; A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel; PERSAL
Certificate; Knowledge of performance management and HRD policies and procedures; Knowledge and understanding of relevant human resource
frameworks; Understanding of workplace skills development and performance management development system; Knowledge and understanding of elearning platforms and digital learning solutions; Knowledge of and
understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act,
Public Service Act and Regulations, Basic Conditions of Service Act,
Employment Equity Act and Skills Development Act and Regulations;
Flexibility; Team and results orientated.
DUTIES : The purpose of this post is to manage human resource utilisation and development within the Department; Manage the human Resources
Development Strategy-Develop and implement Departmental HRD strategies aligned to organizational objectives; Oversee regular skills audits and training
needs analyses to identify competency gaps within the Department; Assess the impact of skills development on departmental performance and
recommend improvements; Monitor the implementation of talent and Skills
Development in the Department; Manage the compilation of training and monitoring reports; Develop and review bursary guidelines for the Department;
Facilitate bursary scheme in the department to build internal capacity; Manage the allocation and transfer of bursary funding for employees to academic
institutions; Develop and Implement the Annual Training Plan; Promote a culture of continuous learning within the Department; Ensure alignment of
training initiatives with the National Skills Development Strategy (NSDS) and other relevant frameworks; Manage relationships with training providers and
relevant stakeholders (e.g., NSG, SETAs); Respond to audit queries; Manage the development and implementation of training and development
programmes-Design and oversee implementation of learning and development programmes, including leadership development and scarce skills interventions;
Manage coordination of Learnership and Internship Programmes within the
Department; Introduce e-learning platforms and digital learning solutions;
Provide support structures for learners and interns throughout their placement;
Monitor and track the progress made by learnerships and internships programmes; Ensure compliance on all training and development programmes
and evaluate the impact of training using data analytics; Coordinate and facilitate Induction programme for new and existing employees; Lead the
development and implementation of AI-enabled HRD initiatives to enhance learning, skills development, performance, and workforce productivity. Drive
Departmental readiness for digital transformation and emerging technologies.
Utilise HR analytics and AI-driven insights to support workforce planning, skills forecasting, and decision-making. Promote digital literacy, AI awareness, and
future skills development across the Department. Manage the implementation of Performance Management Development System (PMDS) frameworkEnsure implementation of PMDS framework aligned to organisational strategy;
Ensure integration of performance management with organisational planning and service delivery objectives; Provide strategic leadership on performance
management practices across the department; Oversee the implementation of
PMDS across all levels; Monitor compliance with performance agreements, reviews, and assessments; Provide guidance and support to management on
performance-related matters; Lead the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI)- driven performance management systems to enhance efficiency and
objectivity; Monitor performance outcomes and provide strategic interventions where required; Drive the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital
technologies into performance management processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and decision-making. Utilise AI-powered analytics and
dashboards to monitor organisational performance trends, identify risks, and support evidence-based management decisions. Manage compilation of report
on poor performance; Manage the development and implementation of HR utilisation and development policies and strategies-Oversee the development,
implementation and review of HRD and PMDS policies; Oversee the development and implementation of the Annual Training Plan strategy; Monitor
questionnaire for HRD Strategic Framework in Public Service; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and public service
frameworks; Provide strategic advice to senior management and employees on PMDS and HRD Policy matters; Translate research findings into practical
policy recommendations; Manage the Directorate-Plan and coordinate the work of the Directorate; Manage the Directorate’s budget and ensure effective
and efficient utilisation of resources; Ensure compliance with legislative frameworks and audit requirements; Provide strategic reports HRD&U
performance including AI driven insights; Manage the risks in your environment and ensure sound governance practices.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Z Lamati Tel No: (012) 441 3831
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.