Senior Personnel Practitioner HRM (SPMS and Support Services)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 397 000 - 468 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Knysna is seeking a Senior Personnel Practitioner to manage human resource systems and support services. The successful candidate will possess a relevant National Diploma or Degree and experience in HR management. Responsibilities include managing performance systems, conducting audits, and providing support within the district. This permanent position offers a competitive salary package and requires readiness for possible travel. Interested candidates should apply before the closing date of 2026/02/13.

Benefits

Annual salary plus service benefits

13th cheque

Employer's contribution to pension fund

Housing allowance

Medical aid allowance

Qualifications

• Appropriate experience in the Human Resource Management field is required.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the district.

Responsibilities

• Manage Staff Performance Management System and Permis.
• Conduct annual audits and assist with grievances and disputes.
• Support Sub-districts with performance management.
• Keep grade progression database up to date.
• Handle all ad hoc HR-projects and audits.

Skills

Sound knowledge of Staff Performance Management System (SPMS)

Excellent training and presentation skills

Computer literacy (MS Office: MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point)

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

National Diploma/Degree

Tools

PERSAL

Job description

Overview

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape. The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Position

Senior Personnel Practitioner: HRM (SPMS and Support Services)

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: OD12/2026

Overberg District Office, Overberg District

Minimum Educational Qualification

Appropriate 3-year National Diploma/Degree.

Experience

Appropriate experience in the Human Resource Management field.

Enquiries

Mr J Joubert, tel. no. [phone]

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are shortlisted for interviews will be expected to complete a practical test.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs)

Responsible for the management of Staff Performance Management System and Permis, which include render training and information session, conducting annual audits, assisting with grievances and disputes, give general support to Sub-districts, conclude the SPMS cycle and give support with poor performers. Responsible to keep grade progression database up to date and ensure correct implementation of grade progression and Occupational Specific Dispensation prescripts. General reasonable administration tasks. Render assistance with all transversal personnel practices, including all employment practices, conditions of service and terminations within the district including pay progression. Handle of all ad hoc HR-projects and audits, e.g. Wellness Day, Long Service Awards Ceremony and Team Recognition Awards Ceremony. Responsible for managing the Support Service function at the District Office, which includes (i.e. telecom service, linen and laundry and contract Management).

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills)

Sound knowledge of Staff Performance Management System (SPMS) and Permis and excellent training and presentation skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Computer literacy (MS Office: MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point) and PERSAL. Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job

Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the district.

Remuneration

R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer\'s contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

1/30/2026 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’stechnical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct)assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.

Closing date: 2026/02/13 17:00:00