Recruitment Consultant - Public Sector

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured training and development

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Recruitment Consultant to focus on placing professionals within the public sector and government-related entities in the Limpopo province. This field-based role requires strong local knowledge and deep understanding of government recruitment processes.

You will source, vet, and place candidates for government departments, state-owned enterprises, and public service organizations, ensuring compliance with HR policies and procurement rules.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, especially for public sector or government roles.
• Strong knowledge of government HR policies and public sector recruitment frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for public sector roles in Limpopo.
• Source and vet candidates with required qualifications and security clearances.
• Develop relationships with government departments and public entities in Polokwane.
• Assess candidates to meet public service criteria and values.
• Facilitate contract negotiations and onboarding for hires.
• Stay updated on public sector employment laws and policies.

Skills

Recruitment

Public sector recruitment

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable recruitment consultancy in Polokwane , is seeking a diligent Recruitment Consultant to focus on placing professionals within the public sector and government-related entities in the Limpopo province. This role involves understanding the specific recruitment processes, compliance requirements, and unique skill sets needed for government departments, state-owned enterprises, and public service organizations. You will be instrumental in connecting qualified individuals with fulfilling public service roles, contributing to the effective functioning of essential services within the region. This is a field-based role requiring strong local knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for public sector roles, adhering strictly to government procurement and HR policies.
• Source and vet candidates with the necessary qualifications, experience, and security clearances for public service positions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts within government departments and public entities in Polokwane .
• Conduct thorough assessments to ensure candidates meet the specific criteria and values of public service employment.
• Facilitate contract negotiations and manage the onboarding process for successful applicants.
• Stay informed about public sector employment legislation, policies, and the evolving needs of government organizations in Limpopo .

Requirements

• Previous experience in recruitment, with specific knowledge of or experience recruiting for the public sector or government roles.
• Strong understanding of government HR policies, compliance requirements, and public sector recruitment frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with public sector stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to ethical recruitment practices.
• A deep understanding of the local employment market within Limpopo .

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunity to work within and influence the public sector employment landscape.
• Structured training and development programs focused on public sector recruitment.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• A stable and rewarding career path within a respected consultancy.