Principal Personnel Officer: Recruitment And Selection

In brief

**Overview** The Mpumalanga Department of Health is looking to fill a position at their Provincial Office in Mbombela (Nelspruit). The advertised remuneration for this role is R338,106 per annum (Level 07), plus service benefits. Based on the outlined duties and requirements, this role is primarily focused on various aspects of human resource administration. **What you will do** Implement and maintain human resource administration practices. Render administrative functions including the following: recruitment and selection of staff. HR provisioning (recruitment and selection, appointments, transfers, verification of qualifications, vetting of candidates, secretarial functions for interviews, absorptions of staff, probationary periods, etc. and also responsible for conditions of service and benefits: leave salaries, leave graduates, pensions, termination of services, procedure on Incapacity leave and ill-health, housing allowance, overtime, translations and writing reports etc.). Coordinate the Performance management system, address human resource administration enquiries to ensure the correct implementation of human resource management practices, inform, guide and advise the staff on human resource administration matters to enhance the correct implementation of human resource administration practices/policies. Assist with preparation of reports on human resource administration issues and statistics. Coordinate the implementation of recruitment and selection process. Provide support to Sub-district Manager. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus three (3) years’ experience in Human Resource unit OR Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Public Management as recognized by SAQA. * At least a minimum of three (3) PERSAL courses is an inherent requirement. * Extensive knowledge of PERSAL includes interpreting PERSAL reports. * A Good understanding and Functional knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service regulations, Basic condition of employment Act, Employment Equity Act. * Computer literacy. * Good interpersonal skills. * Good written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work under pressure. * Sound communication and interpersonal skills. * Analytical skills on problem solving, decision making and organizational skills. * Computer literacy particularly MS, Excel, outlook & Word. * A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong background in human resource administration, demonstrated either through relevant academic qualifications (Diploma/Degree in HR Management or Public Administration/Management) or at least three years of experience in an HR unit combined with a Senior Certificate/Grade 12. Essential for the role are a minimum of three PERSAL courses and extensive knowledge of the PERSAL system, including report interpretation. Applicants should also possess a good understanding of key public service legislation (Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Condition of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act). Beyond technical knowledge, candidates must exhibit strong computer literacy (especially MS Excel, Outlook, Word), good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and the ability to perform under pressure. Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills are also required. A valid driver's license is considered an advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/mpumalanga-department-of-health-vacancies-7#spani-ref-mpdoh-oct-26-1596 Source: govpage

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