Human Resource Officer

Department of Health; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 326 000; Full time

Job summary

A Public Health Department in Johannesburg is seeking a qualified HR professional to oversee key HR functions, including supervision of staff, recruitment, and administration via the PERSAL system. Candidates must possess a Grade 12 certificate or a National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management, along with relevant experience. The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. Successful applicants will be expected to adhere to the public service's mandates and policies.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in Human Resources Management or related fields.
• Must have a PERSAL introduction certificate.
• Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and manage salaries on the PERSAL System.
• Assist in managing recruitment and selection.
• Monitor compliance with HR delegations.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Planning and organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 certificate

National Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management

Tools

PERSAL system

Job description

• Package : R325 101 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mrs. MM Mabuza (011 694 3841) and Mr. F Mudau (011 694 3859)

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate with five years’ experience in Human Resources Management or National Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management /Public Management with a minimum of 3 years’ functional experience in Human Resource environment preferably in Public Health Environment. A PERSAL introduction certificate is a requirement. Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations, collective agreements, OSD requirements, Code of Conduct, and other relevant public service prescripts. Ability to work under pressure. Attention to detail. Ability to interact at a strategic level and implement turn around strategies. Planning and organizational skills, time management, communication skills and leadership skills. Analytical and solution orientated. Knowledge of recruitment process, leave, PILIR and service benefits.

Duties

• Supervision of staff. Coordinated and manage all Salaries and Personnel Administration on the PERSAL System. Assist in managing reports. Manage recruitment and selection. Manage workforce planning (Staff establishment). Control performance appraisal and the management thereof for the institution. Management of Policy, Procedure on incapacity Leave, Management of Termination and Ill-health retirement (PILLIR) and absenteeism. Monitor compliance with HR delegations. Management and control of the HR Budget. Provide HR reports for management and annual reports. Attending meetings/workshops/forums. Writing of submission memos, reports and presentations. Ensure quality assurance is adhered to in HR. Assist employees with leave queries. Inform and guide employees on Human Resource administration matters to enhance the correct implementation of personnel administration practices, e.g. mobility arrangements, terminations, appointments, leave administration, management of RWOPS, etc. Ability to keep confidential matters pertaining to personal matters. Able to implement Batho Pele Principles in the working environment and resolve employee’s problems. Checking, approval and authorization on all transactions on the PERSAL system. Manage payroll and salaries administration. Perform all duties as delegated by Human Resource Manager.

Notes

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. NB: Where Driver’s License is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote presentively (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.Johannesburg Health District does not have budget for resettlement and S&T claims.

Employer

Department of Health

Location

Johannesburg Health District

Closing Date

23-01-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Grade 12 certificate or National Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management with 3 to 5 years’ experience in Human Resources Environment?

Do you have a PERSAL introduction certificate?

Please Notes

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.