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Director : Employment Equity and Gender

National Department of Health

Pretoria

On-site

ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

A government health department is seeking a Director: Employment Equity and Gender in Gauteng, Pretoria. The role involves overseeing the development and implementation of employment equity policies, managing disability programs, and facilitating workshops. Candidates should have a Grade 12 and NQF 7 qualification in a relevant field and at least five years of management experience. Knowledge of South African labor legislation is crucial.

Qualifications

  • At least five years of experience at Middle Management or Senior Management level.
  • Knowledge of various South African labor laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage development and review of employment equity and gender policies.
  • Coordinate disability workshops and advocate related projects.
  • Plan and organize seminars and workshops for internal staff.

Skills

Management Experience
Knowledge of Employment Legislation
Communication Skills

Education

Grade 12 and NQF 7 qualification in Gender Studies or related field

Job description

Job Title: Director: Employment Equity and Gender

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: August 11, 2025

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REQUIREMENTS:

  • A Grade 12 and NQF 7 qualification in Gender Studies, Human Resources Management, Social Science, or Public Administration as recognized by SAQA.
  • At least five (5) years’ experience at Middle Management or Senior Management level in employment equity environment or related field.
  • Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development legislation, Human Resources policies and procedures, Public Service Transformation, The Constitution of South Africa, Diversity Management, and the White Paper on Affirmative Actions.

DUTIES:

  • Oversee and manage the development, implementation, and review of employment equity and gender focal point policies, plans, and programmes. Ensure that Employment Equity (EE) and Gender policies and plans are developed, reviewed, benchmarked, updated, and approved to align with legislation. Manage the coordination and implementation of disability programmes.
  • Coordinate and conduct disability workshops and awareness programmes. Ensure stakeholder consultation and oversee advocacy projects.
  • Plan and organize seminars, workshops, and conferences for internal staff. Coordinate and facilitate the development and implementation of affirmative action measures.
  • Develop and update the Employment Equity plan to promote Affirmative Action. Manage resources (personnel and finance), risk, and audits.
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