Deputy Director: Human Resources Administration Practices, Policy Development And Transformation

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Deputy Director focusing on Human Resources Administration Practices, Policy Development, and Transformation within the Kwazulu-Natal Department Of Agriculture And Rural Development. The position, with Reference Number SSC29/2026, is based at the Head Office in Cedara and offers an all-inclusive salary MMS package of R932,292 per annum (Level 11). **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this position include: * Managing the development of transversal Human Resources policies. * Managing development and implementation of strategies aimed at ensuring a departmental policy compliance environment. * Managing implementation of transformation programmes within the Department. * Managing the implementation of Human Resources Policies. * Managing resources of the sub-directorate. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An NQF level 06 qualification in Human Resources Management / Public Administration / a relevant qualification. * A valid driver’s licence. * 3 years’ junior management experience in a policy development and transformation programmes implementation environment. * **Knowledge of:** RSA Constitution, Public Service Act, Public Administration Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service professionalization PFMA, EPMDS, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, relevant departmental, provincial and national HR Policies and Procedures, relevant DPSA directives and frameworks, and relevant bargaining council resolutions. * **Skills:** Communication, interpersonal relations, computer, supervisory, report writing, problem solving, conflict management, time management, presentation, planning and organising, project management, policy analysis and interpretation, analytical thinking, decision making, self-disciplined and self-driven with the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a professional with an NQF level 06 qualification in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, or a related field, who possesses a valid driver's licence. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of junior management experience in a policy development and transformation programmes implementation setting. They should demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant public service legislation and HR policies, coupled with advanced skills in communication, supervision, report writing, problem-solving, project management, policy analysis, and decision-making. The individual must be self-disciplined, self-driven, and capable of working effectively under pressure with minimal supervision. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-agriculture-and-rural-development-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-ssc29-2026 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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