ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

POST 32/243 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REF NO: UMG/2026/11 (X1 POST)
Component: Human Resource Admin Services
SALARY : R487 197 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) & Housing Allowance (Employees to meet the Prescribe requirements)
CENTRE : Umgungundlovu Health District Office
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent or equivalent. Degree/ National Diploma in Human Resource Management/Public Management/Administration. 3 – 5
years’ experience in Human Resource Management environment, of which 3 years must be at supervisory level. Proof of Current and Previous working
experience endorsed by HR department will be required for shortlisted candidates. Valid Driver’s License. Knowledge, Skills, Training And
Competence Required: Knowledge, Skills, Competencies Required:
Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, as amended, Public Service Act, as amended, Project management and Strategic planning, Employee
Performance and Management System, Expert knowledge and understanding of operational issues affecting the administration of Human Resource
Management practices within a health service delivery environment. Expert knowledge of the legislative and policy imperatives informing the area of
operation, Confronting and resolving conflicts, Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of current HR practices, Expert knowledge legislative and
policy framework informing the area of operation, High level of communication skills, both written and verbal, Computer literacy in the MS Office software
applications. Advanced PERSAL skills. Basic auditing. Decision making, Networking, Planning and organizing policy formulation and analysis, Problem
solving, Report writing skills, Team player. Ability to prioritize issues and other work-related matters and to comply with time frames set.
DUTIES : Oversee Human Resource Management Provisioning, Practices and administration services and ensure that high-quality human resource
management services are provided. Develop and monitor Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP’s) for implementation of Human Resource policies. Provide advice and guidance to management regarding the interpretation and
implementation of legislation, prescripts, policies and resolutions. Monitor and control budget allocated to Human Resource component and clearing of
suspense accounts. Manage and coordinate activities aimed at addressing staff well-being and labour relations. Maintain good/sound labour peace and
ensure establishment of fully functional employee health and wellness programmes. Ensure provision of Occupational Health and Safety services to
the District Office Components. Ensure functional HR committees such as coordination of Institutional Management Labour Committee Meetings (IMLC)
and Occupational Health and Safety and other relevant committees. Ensure timely submission of HR related reports and information. Manage the utilization
of resources allocated to the Section inclusive of the development of staff.
ENQUIRIES : Mr N Zondi Tel No: (039) 897 1000
APPLICATIONS : To be hand delivered to 171 Hoosen Haffejee Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
Emailed To: N/A Couriered To: Human Resource Management Services, uMgungundlovu Health District Office,171 Hoosen Haffejee Street,
Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
FOR ATTENTION : Human Resource: Practices
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialed and dated.
Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required
information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be
accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with detailed experience). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified 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. The
appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State
Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational
Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).
Applicants with foreign qualifications are requested to have their qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when
shortlisted). Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more
than 1 post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for quoting the relevant reference number. Should you not be contacted within 3
months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your
application to be unsuccessful. This Department is an equal opportunity,
affirmative employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Persons with disabilities should feel
free to apply for the post.
CLOSING DATE : 25 September 2026