Deputy Director: Human Resources Management

Gauteng Provincial Government; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Department of Health seeks a Deputy Director: Human Resources Management to lead HR policy implementation, standard operating procedures, and HR information systems within the hospital’s strategic plan. You will oversee PMDS, appointments, and salary administration on the PERSAL platform.

The role requires a 10+ year HR background with 3–5 years at Assistant Director level, knowledge of HR legislation, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: National Diploma (NQF 6) or bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Human Resources Management/Industrial Psychology or relevant with extensive HR experience.
• At least 10 years’ experience in Human Resources, of which 3–5 years must be at Assistant Director level.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of HR legislation and prescripts including PERSAL, Public Service Act/Regulations, Labour Relations Act, PFMA, BCEA, and related acts.

Responsibilities

• Implement HR policies and strategies and align organisational structure to the hospital plan.
• Develop SOPs and manage HR information and PMDS processes.
• Oversee appointments, transfers, salary administration, and PERSAL data; manage HR records.
• Coordinate the institutional HR plan within the budget and monitor HR performance and risk.

Skills

Report writing

Presentation

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

National Diploma (NQF 6) or bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in HRM/Industrial Psychology

Job description

Deputy Director: Human Resources Management

• Reference Number : refs/057415
• Directorate : Human Resources Management
• Number of Posts : 1

Requirements :

• Minimum of National Diploma (NQF level 6) or bachelor's degree (NQF level 7) or an appropriate SAQA recognized tertiary qualification in Human Resources Management/ Industrial Psychology or relevant qualification with proven extensive experience in the Human Resource Management, at least 10 years' experience in the Human Resource field, of which 3-5 years must be at an Assistant Director level. A valid driver's license. Skills: Report writing skills, presentation skills, problem solving, analytical skills. Knowledge: Knowledge of PERSAL system, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Public Finance Management Act and other HR legislation and prescripts (including PSCBC and other relevant bargaining council resolutions). Competencies required: Strategic capability, leadership, people management and empowerment, programme and project management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, client orientation and customer focus and communication. A demonstrated ability to develop, monitor and evaluate HR policies and procedures. The ability to interpret and analyze HR data and extensive computer literacy (MS Office). Experience in developing reports and presenting them to management. Demonstrate experience in managing PERSAL and drawing reports. Ability to manage staff, work independently and adhere to strict deadlines.

Duties :

• Implement Human Resource policies and strategies and ensure the alignment of the organizational structure to the hospital strategic plan. Develop standard operating procedure in areas of responsibility. Manage human resource information and knowledge. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of human resources strategies. Render efficient HR administration services including departmental performance management and development system (PMDS). Manage appointments, transfers and terminations on the personnel salary and PERSAL system. Manage the compensation and conditions of services of staff members. Manage HR personnel records. Coordinate the development of the institutional HR plan in line with the allocated budget. Manage salary administration and remuneration. Monitor and evaluate the quality information captured on PERSAL and other HR database. Authorize manual and electronic transactions and verify source documents. Maintenance of post establishment on HRM database. Attend to Auditor General findings, National Core Standards, HR risk management and develop action plan reports.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 24-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have a Diploma (NQF 6) / Degree (NQF 7) in Human Resource Management/ Industrial Psychology or relevant qualification?

Do you have atleast 10 years experience in Human Resource Management field, of which 3-5 years of this period must be at an Assistant Director level?

Do you possess the following skills: Report writing skills, presentation skills, problem solving and analytical skills?

Do you have knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, PFMA, Skills Development Act, BCEA and other legislations and prescripts related to the filed?