Assistant Director: Human Resource Management Internship

In brief

**Job Title:** Assistant Director: Human Resource Management Internship **Company:** Eastern Cape Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture --- **Overview** This role is for an Assistant Director: Human Resource Management within the Eastern Cape Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, located in Nelson Mandela (Gqeberha). It is a Level 09 position offering an all-inclusive remuneration of R487,197 to R584,370 per annum. The position involves the facilitation and monitoring of comprehensive Human Resource Management functions, encompassing personnel conduct, recruitment, administration of conditions of service, performance management, human resource development, labour relations, employee wellness programmes, and general HR administration, including staff supervision. **What you will do** * Facilitate and monitor Human Resource Management and Personnel Conduct, including attending and convening HR meetings. * Coordinate recruitment, selection, and appointment processes: develop and implement recruitment and selection plans; champion advertising, screening, shortlisting, interviewing, and appointments; ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and recruitment procedures; provide support to selection committees and technical support on recruitment matters; monitor vacancy rates and recruitment turnaround times; prepare recruitment reports and maintain accurate records; and promote employment equity and transformation objectives. * Administer conditions of service: manage the implementation and administration of employee conditions of service; understand GEPF and Pension Case Management system; ensure accurate administration of appointments, transfers, promotions, terminations, leave and leave gratuity management, overtime, housing allowance, long-service recognition, and other employee benefits. * Provide guidance on human resource policies and applicable legislation; monitor compliance with service conditions and resolve employee enquiries; ensure accurate personnel records and HR information management; and liaise with payroll and other stakeholders. * Coordinate performance management and development services: provide guidance and training to managers and employees on performance management processes; monitor compliance with performance planning, reviews, assessments, and development plans; identify training and development needs; and ensure proper record keeping and reporting. * Facilitate and monitor Human Resource Development and EPMDS: monitor the development of Workplace Skills Plan and performance contracts; conduct quarterly reviews and Validation of Reviews and Assessment; coordinate the administration of PMDS; and monitor and facilitate Training & Capacitation of employees. * Coordinate labour relations services: facilitate the implementation of labour relations policies and procedures; give advice to management on labour legislation and collective agreements; execute disciplinary, grievance and incapacity processes; promote sound employer-employee relations and conflict resolution; and monitor implementation of labour relations decisions and maintain confidential records. * Coordinate wellness programmes services: plan and implement employee health and wellness programmes (EHWP); develop and implement wellness initiatives addressing physical, emotional, financial, and psychosocial wellbeing; organise awareness campaigns; facilitate counselling referrals and employee support services; monitor employee participation and evaluate programme effectiveness; and promote a healthy, safe, and productive work environment. * Manage all administration processes: give input in the development of policies and operational plans; develop and interpret reporting templates; determine and verify the authenticity of evidence; and attend and respond to audit matters. * Supervise human resources and maintain staff discipline. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Senior Certificate Plus National Diploma (NQF L6) or preferably a B Degree (NQF L7) as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management / Personnel Management / Public Administration / Public Management / Business Management / Industrial Psychology. * Minimum of three (3) years’ functional experience as Senior Personnel Practitioner Level (7/8) in Human Resource Management. * Extensive knowledge of: * PERSAL and Pension Case Management systems. * Human Resource Management Methodology, Principles and Strategies. * COIDA, DPSA Directives, Customer Service principles (Batho Pele Principles). * Budgeting and Financial Management. * Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Condition of Employment Act. * Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury regulations. * Promotion of Access to Information Act, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA). * Minimum information security standard (MISS), Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). * Skills: Coaching and Mentoring, Conflict Management, Critical and Innovative Thinking, Inspire Commitment, People Management, Performance and oversight, Performance/ Project Management, Quality Assurance, Risk Management. * Ability to work under pressure and independently. * A valid (Code 8) driving license is required. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a National Diploma (NQF L6) or preferably a B Degree (NQF L7) in Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, Public Administration/Management, Business Management, or Industrial Psychology. Applicants must have a minimum of three years' functional experience as a Senior Personnel Practitioner at Level 7/8 in Human Resource Management. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of HR systems (PERSAL, Pension Case Management), HR methodologies, and relevant legislation including Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, PFMA, and POPIA. Essential skills include coaching, mentoring, conflict management, critical thinking, people management, performance/project management, quality assurance, and risk management, along with the ability to work under pressure and independently. A valid Code 8 driving license is mandatory. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/eastern-cape-department-of-sport-recreation-arts-and-culture-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-dsrac-02-09-2026 Source: govpage

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