DEPUTY DIRECTOR: APPOINTMENTS AND COMPENSATION is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of The Premier. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government. | closing date: 06 July 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
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Applications
Where to send your application.
, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
Salary
R932 292- R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher) in Human Resources/Industrial Psychology/ Public Management or related qualification;
- A minimum of 3-years middle management experience in a human resource management environment.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service Amendment Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act.
- Skills in the following: People Management ;
- Excellent communication (verbal and written);
- Ability to cope with repetitive tasks in a highly regulated environment;
- Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy;
- Ability to do complex calculations;
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Monitoring, evaluation and reporting, problem solving abilities and strong analytical skills, strong organising and multitasking skills, attention to detail and accuracy, project management skills, proficiency in Excel and presentation software, ability to interpret HR metrics and data to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Duties
- Manage staff who perform the following functions: The appointment of nominated candidates on PERSAL;
- The appointment of contract employees, including contract extensions, developmental programme appointments (e.g. internships);
- Promotions, transfers within or into the WCG, secondments and acting appointments;
- Post upgrades, acting appointments and salary matters such as over or under payments;
- Render compensation management services;
- Perform managerial tasks with regard to the Sub-directorate which will entail: Participation in the recruitment and selection of staff;
- Motivate, train and guide staff;
- Manages the performance, evaluation and rewarding of staff;
- Monitor information capacity building;
- Promote sound labour relations;
- Maintenance discipline;
- Perform budgetary tasks;
- Give strategic direction to and manage policy issues with regard to the functions of the component.
Enquiries
Mr Ben Reddy Tel No: (021) 483 9141
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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 selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online
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Original Text
SALARY : R932 292- R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher) in Human Resources/Industrial Psychology/ Public Management or
related qualification; A minimum of 3-years middle management experience in a human resource management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of
the following: National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service
Amendment Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act. Skills in the following: People Management ; Excellent communication (verbal and
written); Ability to cope with repetitive tasks in a highly regulated environment;
Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy; Ability to do complex calculations; Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Monitoring, evaluation and
reporting, problem solving abilities and strong analytical skills, strong organising and multitasking skills, attention to detail and accuracy, project
management skills, proficiency in Excel and presentation software, ability to interpret HR metrics and data to drive informed decision-making and
continuous improvement.
DUTIES : Manage staff who perform the following functions: The appointment of nominated candidates on PERSAL; The appointment of contract employees,
including contract extensions, developmental programme appointments (e.g.
internships); Promotions, transfers within or into the WCG, secondments and acting appointments; Post upgrades, acting appointments and salary matters
such as over or under payments; Render compensation management services;
Perform managerial tasks with regard to the Sub-directorate which will entail:
Participation in the recruitment and selection of staff; Motivate, train and guide staff; Manages the performance, evaluation and rewarding of staff; Monitor
information capacity building; Promote sound labour relations; Maintenance discipline; Perform budgetary tasks; Give strategic direction to and manage
policy issues with regard to the functions of the component.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Ben Reddy Tel No: (021) 483 9141
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification
purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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 selection
process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government
contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online
application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to
16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
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.