ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION

POST 32/68 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION REF NO: DHET 25/09/2026
Branch: Community Education Training
Component: Northern Cape Cet College
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Northern Cape Cet College
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resource Management/ Development or a related qualification. PERSAL
certificates will be an added advantage. A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant supervisory experience in Human Resource Management
environment. Knowledge of the Continuing Education Act, (CET Act), Public
Service Regulations, Public Service Act and knowledge of Human Resource legislations and policies. Extensive knowledge and experience of conditions of
service, employee benefits, recruitment and selection processes, and staff establishment. Knowledge of Human Resources Development, Performance
Management and Development Procedures, Public Service Employee
Wellness Programs. A good understanding of Labour Legislation, policy and procedures applicable to the Public Service. Extensive knowledge of PERSAL
systems. Planning, organising, report writing, facilitation and presentation
skills. Good interpersonal verbal and written communication skills. Computer skills. A valid drivers license.
DUTIES : Manage human capital within the college. Development and ensure implementation of Human Resource Strategy and policies. Manage and
coordinate the implementation of Human Resource Management functions within the College, including recruitment and selection, conditions of service,
performance management, leave administration and staff establishment.
Manage Human Resources Development programmes and staff training interventions. Ensure compliance with HR legislative frameworks and
departmental guidelines. Provide strategic HR advice and support management and staff. Supervise and develop HR staff to ensure high
performance and effective service delivery. Prepare HR reports and maintain accurate HR records. Promote sound Labour practices and foster a positive
organisational culture within the College. Introduce programmes in support of employee health and wellness services within College. Draft and manage the
Human Resources budget. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
NOTE : Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and
a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the
digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support
the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
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. 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. One of the
minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate.
No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course
visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous
employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and
practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”.
Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the
Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements.
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026