HR Information Systems Officer

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an HR Information Systems Officer within the Human Resources Management Directorate of the Department of Social Development. The position, with reference number V1/D/2026, is based at the HSRC Building in Pretoria. The remuneration package is R338 106 per annum, which is an inclusive package comprising a basic salary, the state's contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, and a flexible portion structured according to applicable rules. **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Administering the PERSAL establishment within the department. * Monitoring and aligning the department’s staff establishment on PERSAL with the approved organisational structure. * Collating HR information and assisting with the compilation of monthly, quarterly, and annual statistics and reports on HR activities. * Providing effective HR advisory and support services to employees regarding HR information and post establishment. * Rendering support services to Capacity Assessment and Human Resource Planning. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualification**: NQF level 6 (as recognised by SAQA) in Human Resources Management/ Public Management/ Public Administration, including PERSAL Certificates: Post Establishment Administration. * **Experience**: 1-2 years’ experience in Human Resource Information Management within a PERSAL Establishment environment. * **Knowledge and understanding of**: * Public Service Act and Regulations * Batho Pele Principles * Relevant department HR Policies * PERSAL and Vulindlela Systems * PFMA requirements for Personnel Expenditure Reporting * Minimum Information Security standard * Compensation analysis * Organizational Design Principles * Social Development Sector * MS Excel * HRBP tool * Code of Remunerations * Treasury Regulation and Directives * Labour Relations Act * Employment Equity Act * PAIA and POPIA * **Competencies needed**: Communication (written and verbal), Office management and Administration, Computer Literacy, Client Liaison, Analytical, Financial administration, Report writing, People management, Planning and organizing, Problem solving, Numeracy, Client orientation and customer focus, Policy analysis and implementation, Project administration, Facilitation and presentation. * **Attributes**: Good interpersonal relation, Ability to work under pressure, Ability to work in a team and independently, Innovative and creative, Independent thinker, Cost consciousness, Honesty and integrity. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an individual with a qualification in Human Resources Management, Public Management, or Public Administration, complemented by specific PERSAL Certificates in Post Establishment Administration and 1-2 years of experience in Human Resource Information Management within a PERSAL environment. Applicants should demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of public service legislation, HR policies, financial regulations related to personnel expenditure, and various HR and IT systems (PERSAL, Vulindlela, MS Excel). The role requires strong communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with attributes such as integrity, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure. The Department explicitly encourages African, Coloured, Indian, and White males; African, Coloured, Indian and White females; and persons with disabilities to apply, in line with its employment equity targets. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-social-development-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-v1-d-2026 Source: govpage

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• Microsoft Excel

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