Psychometrist: Provincial Assessment Centre

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of a Psychometrist for the Provincial Assessment Centre within the Western Cape Department of the Premier. There are four (X4) posts available, offering an all-inclusive salary package from R741,102 to R821,070 per annum, as prescribed by the Occupation Specific Dispensation (OSD). The role is based at the Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government. **What you will do** * Deliver competency assessment services, including assessment planning, preparation, administration, scoring, and processing. * Interpret assessment results and provide feedback to panels, individuals, and development line managers. * Provide psychometric advisory services, expert input, and behavioural/assessment-related interventions. * Conduct research on psychometric tools and practices, develop psychometric solutions, and compile trend analysis reports. * Ensure ethical, professional, and legislative compliance in all psychometric activities. * Maintain assessment-centre information, records, databases, and resources, and contribute to project planning, monitoring, reporting, and quality assurance. * Contribute to psychometric project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and continuous improvement. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Applicable four-year post-school qualification in Psychology, Industrial Psychology or Educational Psychology at NQF 8. * Registration as an Independent Psychometrist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). * A valid Code 8 driving licence. * **Knowledge of the following:** * Health Professions Act, 1974. * HPCSA Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice for Psychometrists. * Employment Equity Act, 1998. * Labour Relations Act, 1995. * POPIA, 2013. * PAJA, 2000. * PAIA, 2000. * HPCSA policies and training requirements. * Classification of psychological tests. * SIOPSA code of practice. * Continuous Professional Development requirements. * Maintenance of professional registration through participation in Continuous Professional Development. * Culture and leadership theory and models. * Organisational performance and organisation development. * Public management theory and practice. * Mentoring/coaching. * Research methods and statistics. * Statutory public-service framework. * **Skills in the following:** * Analytical and critical reasoning. * Basic numeracy. * Conceptual and interpretive skills. * Diagnostic and innovative problem-solving skills. * Planning and organising. * Project management. * Research skills. * Proficiency in MS Office and assessment-centre related systems. * Strong verbal and written communication, report writing and presentation skills. * Interviewing and listening skills. * Interpersonal, networking, conflict-management, negotiation, persuading and influencing, mentoring and coaching skills. **Who should apply** An ideal candidate is a registered Independent Psychometrist holding a four-year post-school qualification at NQF 8 in Psychology, Industrial Psychology, or Educational Psychology, and possessing a valid Code 8 driving license. They should have comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Health Professions Act, Employment Equity Act, POPIA), HPCSA codes, psychometric practices, research methods, and public management principles. The candidate must demonstrate strong analytical, communication, project management, and interpersonal skills, along with proficiency in MS Office and assessment systems, to effectively deliver, interpret, advise on, and ensure compliance in psychometric assessment services. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/western-cape-department-of-the-premier-vacancies-3#spani-ref-dotp-99-2026 Source: govpage

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