SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER: EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT

POST 29/28 : SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER: EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT REF NO: CMS38/2026
SALARY : R413 001 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Human Resource Management/Development or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years’
proven experience in the field of Human Resources Management, with a specific focus on Human Resources Development. Experience in facilitating
training and the development opportunities for staff. Good understanding and functional knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations,
Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Understanding of
Human Resource Management legislation and regulatory frameworks. Good communication (verbal and written), stakeholder liaison, organising and
planning skills. Good analytical thinking, innovation, and creative skills. Good computer literacy and use of standard packages. Ability to work long hours and
under pressure. Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to interpret policies and directives on HR matters. Skills in formulating and writing reports.
Ability to plan and organise the activities of the division.
DUTIES : Coordinate and implement executive coaching for managers. Facilitate the development of coaching database. Coordinate Bid Evaluation Committee
meetings. Communicate with service providers. Coordinate and implement
executive development learning interventions for senior manager. Coordinate and implement executive development programmes and ad-hoc training for
senior managers. Coordinate and implement learning network sessions for
MMS & SMS and for level 4-10. Coordinate the Departments learning network sessions for MMS and SMS members and for level 8 and below. Coordinate
and implement the induction for SMS. Coordinate and facilitate the orientation of the department. Coordinate the registration of new entrants with School of
Governments. Coordinate the research requests from stakeholders (Internal and external).
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Moepya Tel No: (012) 399 8682
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and
attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the
applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and
driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with
disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to
screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit
worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the
Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training
Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April
2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into
SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.
Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. 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.
Following the interview and technical passement for all SMS posts, the
Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the
implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and
employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the
closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act
(POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents,
Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.
CLOSING DATE : 31 August 2026, 16:00. No late applications will be accepted