Assistant Director: HRA, HR Planning and Systems REF NO: AD/ HRA, Planning and Systems

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**Overview** This role is for an Assistant Director in Human Resource Administration (HRA), focusing on HR Planning and Systems, at the Northern Cape Office of the Premier. The position involves coordinating and monitoring the implementation of HR administration practices, recruitment, and HR systems across provincial departments, ensuring compliance with applicable HR legislation and policies, and providing leadership in related reporting and analysis. **What you will do** * Coordinate and monitor the implementation of Human Resource administration practices, recruitment and appointment processes across provincial departments. * Monitor departmental compliance with applicable HR legislation, regulations, policies, circulars, determinations, directives and recruitment and selection prescripts. * Analyse departmental HR administration, recruitment, vacancy and compliance information to identify trends, risks, gaps and areas of non-compliance. * Provide recruitment and selection support in relation to the appointment of Heads of Departments. * Monitor and track the filling of funded vacant posts, vacancy rates, recruitment turnaround times and departmental progress against Employment Equity and workforce transformation targets. * Compile and maintain consolidated provincial reports, records and supporting evidence on HR administration, recruitment, vacancies, Employment Equity and compliance for management, governance, audit and oversight purposes. * Provide inputs with the development and review provincial transversal HRA policies, frameworks, guidelines and plans. * Conduct research on relevant HRA prescripts, DPSA directives, collective agreements and best practices. * Prepare draft HRA policies in line with applicable legislation, national frameworks, organisational strategy and provincial priorities. * Ensure the coordination and support of provincial HR governance structures and inter-departmental forums. * Monitor departmental compliance with PILIR requirements and quarterly reporting obligations. * Analyse PERSAL and other HR information system data to identify trends and risks. * Prepare consolidated reports on PILIR, HR information, staff establishment and compensation of employee costing. * Conduct annual provincial HR Planning assessments. * Compile provincial HR Planning compliance report. * Provide operational leadership, supervision and the management of staff performance. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma NQF level 6 in Human Resource Management or Public Administration/Management qualification. * Three (3) years’ proven experience at supervisory level in Human Resource Management. * Computer literacy MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. * A valid driver’s licence. * Skills: Database and HR Systems Management, Research and analytical skills, Numerical and statistical skills, Information management skills, Communications skills (written and verbal), Interpersonal relations, Client service orientation, Problem solving skills, Conflict management, Ability to work under pressure, Time management, Planning and organising skills, Attention to detail, Confidentiality and professional ethics, Team work and collaboration, Adaptability and initiative. * Competencies: The following key competencies and skills are required for the position: In depth knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations, DPSA directives and HR prescripts; Experience in PERSAL system and HR information systems; HR administration and compliance monitoring; Report writing; Policy analysis and development; HR planning and workforce analysis; Recruitment and selection monitoring; Employment Equity coordination; PERSAL Reporting; Data analysis and interpretation; Presentation and facilitation skills; Records and document management. * Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations, DPSA directives and HR prescripts, Employment Equity Act and related reporting requirements, Recruitment and Selection transcripts, Job Evaluation principles and processes, PERSAL and vacancy management reporting, HR Planning Frameworks and reporting requirements, HR policy development and consultation processes, Public administration and governance structures, Departmental strategic planning and reporting processes. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for candidates who possess a National Diploma NQF level 6 in Human Resource Management or Public Administration/Management and have at least three years of proven experience at a supervisory level in Human Resource Management. Applicants should be computer literate with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and hold a valid driver’s licence. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong skills in database and HR systems management, research, analysis, communication, and problem-solving, along with the ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively, and maintain confidentiality. Essential competencies include in-depth knowledge of Public Service HR legislation, experience with the PERSAL system and HR information systems, and proficiency in report writing, policy analysis, HR planning, recruitment, and employment equity coordination. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/assistant-director-hra-hr-planning-and-systems-ref-no-ad-hra-planning-and-systems-northern-cape-office-of-the-premier Source: myjobmag

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