Assistant Director: People Management Records
Western Cape Department Of The Premier
- Location
- Western Cape
- Salary (as advertised)
- R487 197 – R573 897 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This is a vacancy for a position within the Western Cape Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government, identified as DOTP 59/2026 R1, with an annual salary range of R487 197 - R573 897 (Level 09). The role focuses on managing the People Management (HR) Registry for 11 Corporate Service Centre (CSC) client departments. **What you will do** * Be responsible for the People Management (HR) Registry for all 11 Corporate Service Centre (CSC) client departments. * Manage the safe-keeping, storage, retrieval and disposal of all people-management records for the CSC. * Establish and maintain an electronic records management system. * Manage the archiving/disposal processes. * Manage the Document Control unit at the People Management Walk-in Centre. * Provide a Messenger/collections/courier service. * Plan for and distribute the work allocated to the People Management Registry. * Review existing, or develop, new procedures for the People Management Registry. * Conduct a Risk Analysis for the registry functions. * Maintain the registry risk register. * Compile and maintain approved records classification system for paper-based and electronic records. * Monitor and supervise the quantity and quality of outputs delivered by the registry. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification). * A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in records management within the Public Sector. * A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. * NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport may also apply. * Knowledge and understanding of the following: * Legislative and governance requirements related to records management, Provincial Archives and Records Service Act and National Archives and Records Service prescripts. * Knowledge management principles and practices, retention scheduling and disposal authorisations. * Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions. * Project management. * Operational management practices. * Labour Relations legislation and regulations. * Performance management in general. * Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes. * Modern systems of governance and administration. * Public service procedures, processes and systems. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess an appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree or higher, coupled with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in records management within the Public Sector. Applicants must have a valid Code B or higher driving licence, or for those with disabilities restricting driving, reasonable access to transport is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of legislative and governance requirements for records management, including specific acts and prescripts, as well as knowledge management principles, retention scheduling, and disposal authorisations. Familiarity with relevant legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies, best practices, project management, operational management, Labour Relations legislation, performance management, policy development, and public service procedures is also essential. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/western-cape-department-of-the-premier-vacancies-3#spani-ref-dotp-59-2026-r1 Source: govpage
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At a glance
- At least 5 years of experience.
- Project management
- Driver's licence
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