Assistant Director: Human Resources Management & Employee Relations (three-year contract)
Department
Department of Employment and Labour
Location
Provincial Office: Western Cape, Western Cape
Salary
R487 197 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Closing date
05 Oct 2026
Reference number
HR4/4/3/2ASDHRM&ER/WC
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number HR4/4/3/2ASDHRM&ER/WC.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 05 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
SAQA-recognised NQF Level 6 undergraduate qualification in Human Resource Management, Public Management or Employee Relations. Four years' experience: two in HR Management and Employee Relations and two at Senior Practitioner level. Driver's licence advantageous. Knowledge of public service transformation, HR systems and procedures, recruitment, relevant legislation and policies, Batho Pele, information security and PERSAL. Communication, computer literacy, presentation, report writing, planning, financial management, policy analysis, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Duties
Coordinate and monitor provincial HR management policy implementation. Monitor and advise on Employment Relations policies and prescripts. Coordinate Employment Equity programmes. Monitor service benefits administration. Manage divisional human, financial and equipment/assets resources.
Enquiries
Ms K Fuller Tel: (021) 441 8119
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 34 of 2026.
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