Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/94 · Ref DHET 45/09/2026
PRINCIPAL PERSONNEL OFFICER
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
- CentreOlifantsfontein
- LevelLevel 07
Closing date: 4 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 32 of 2026
- Page No.
- 53–54
- Circular Post
- 32/94
- Reference number
- DHET 45/09/2026
- Department
- Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
- Centre
- Olifantsfontein
- Salary
- R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
- Closing date
- 18 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
The listed centre is Olifantsfontein.
Applications close on 18 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- A recognized National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Public Management/ Administration.
- A minimum of One (1) to two (2) years’ working experience in Human Resource environment coupled with (2) years’ supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of HR prescripts, policies and procedures within the Public Service Knowledge of PERSAL and Smartsheet.
- Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organisational skills, Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, Good Knowledge of Public Service Act, 1994 (as amended) Public Service Regulations, 2016, Labour Relations Act (LRA), 1995, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 1997, Employment Equity Act (EEA), 1998, Skills Development Act, 1998.
- Skills: Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point). report writing, planning, organizing, verbal and written communication skills. presentation skills, problem solving, administration, filing and time management skills.
Duties
- Render effective and efficient Human Resources services, Verify payroll and respond to payroll-related queries, Process employee benefits in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, Manage employee files and ensure proper record management in line with legislative requirements, Oversee staff establishment processes, including appointments and maintenance of records, Administer termination of services in compliance with Public Service prescripts, Coordinate recruitment and selection processes, including compiling memoranda for advertisement of posts, Arrange interview logistics, including booking venues and coordinating panels Verify and manage leave transactions on the Smartsheet system, Administer and monitor leave records for staff member, Provide training and mentoring to junior staff ,Supervise and manage the performance of HR staff Providing monthly statistic and assist with Auditor General Queries.
- 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
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
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.
Notes and Z83 guidance
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
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 32 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 32/94 : PRINCIPAL PERSONNEL OFFICER REF NO: DHET 45/09/2026 Chief Directorate: Indlela
Branch: Skills Development
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Olifantsfontein
REQUIREMENTS : A recognized National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Public Management/ Administration. A minimum of One (1) to two (2) years’ working
experience in Human Resource environment coupled with (2) years’ supervisory experience. Knowledge of HR prescripts, policies and procedures
within the Public Service Knowledge of PERSAL and Smartsheet. Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organisational skills,
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, Good Knowledge of Public
Service Act, 1994 (as amended) Public Service Regulations, 2016, Labour
Relations Act (LRA), 1995, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 1997,
Employment Equity Act (EEA), 1998, Skills Development Act, 1998. Skills:
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point). report writing, planning, organizing, verbal and written communication skills. presentation skills,
problem solving, administration, filing and time management skills.
DUTIES : Render effective and efficient Human Resources services, Verify payroll and respond to payroll-related queries, Process employee benefits in accordance
with applicable policies and procedures, Manage employee files and ensure proper record management in line with legislative requirements, Oversee staff
establishment processes, including appointments and maintenance of records,
Administer termination of services in compliance with Public Service prescripts,
Coordinate recruitment and selection processes, including compiling memoranda for advertisement of posts, Arrange interview logistics, including
booking venues and coordinating panels Verify and manage leave transactions on the Smartsheet system, Administer and monitor leave records for staff
member, Provide training and mentoring to junior staff ,Supervise and manage the performance of HR staff Providing monthly statistic and assist with Auditor
General Queries. 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
Branch: Skills Development
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Olifantsfontein
REQUIREMENTS : A recognized National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Public Management/ Administration. A minimum of One (1) to two (2) years’ working
experience in Human Resource environment coupled with (2) years’ supervisory experience. Knowledge of HR prescripts, policies and procedures
within the Public Service Knowledge of PERSAL and Smartsheet. Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organisational skills,
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, Good Knowledge of Public
Service Act, 1994 (as amended) Public Service Regulations, 2016, Labour
Relations Act (LRA), 1995, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 1997,
Employment Equity Act (EEA), 1998, Skills Development Act, 1998. Skills:
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point). report writing, planning, organizing, verbal and written communication skills. presentation skills,
problem solving, administration, filing and time management skills.
DUTIES : Render effective and efficient Human Resources services, Verify payroll and respond to payroll-related queries, Process employee benefits in accordance
with applicable policies and procedures, Manage employee files and ensure proper record management in line with legislative requirements, Oversee staff
establishment processes, including appointments and maintenance of records,
Administer termination of services in compliance with Public Service prescripts,
Coordinate recruitment and selection processes, including compiling memoranda for advertisement of posts, Arrange interview logistics, including
booking venues and coordinating panels Verify and manage leave transactions on the Smartsheet system, Administer and monitor leave records for staff
member, Provide training and mentoring to junior staff ,Supervise and manage the performance of HR staff Providing monthly statistic and assist with Auditor
General Queries. 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