Human Resources Officer REF NO: HR/04/09/2026

In brief

**Overview** This is a Human Resources Officer position, identified by Reference Number HR/04/09/2026, within the Department of Higher Education and Training. The role is based at the Central Office in King William’s Town. The salary for this Level 07 position ranges from R338,106 to R398,277 per annum, plus actual benefits. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Administering conditions of service and remuneration of employees. * Processing Pension, Housing Allowance, and Long Service benefits, etc. * Keeping all signed contract of employment forms for salary levels 2 to 8. * Processing employee leave. * Maintaining staff files, including employment contracts, details, and leave forms. * Receiving all termination paperwork and terminating employees as required. * Processing payroll for all employees and handling all administration and queries related to the Pension Fund and Medical Aid. * Submitting required reports to management to inform them of HR related matters for decision-making. * Keeping signed and completed Declaration of Interest and Confidentiality Agreements for all employees. * Keeping staff records up to date and recording changes to employee’s details (e.g., address, bank details). * Administering recruitment and selection. * Managing records for the college and providing Recruitment and Selection services. * Processing applications, handling responses, and managing shortlisting processes. * Screening CVs; preparing preliminary shortlists, and final shortlists with responsible managers for submission to the shortlisting committee. * Preparing for interviews, including arranging dates, venues, and inviting candidates. * Coordinating the verification of all applicants’ qualifications. * Developing and updating the recruitment database. * Providing effective and efficient Records Management services. * Opening, archiving, and closing files for new and existing employees. * Updating personnel files. * Safekeeping all Human Resource Records. * Providing records as required for auditing purposes. * Disposing of files in terms of applicable legislations and approved College policy. * Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence. * Maintaining a database of all incoming and outgoing mail. * Maintaining a register of file index on the filing system. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric or NCV Level 4 with a recognized M+3 years Degree or National Diploma in Human Resource Management / Development. * Relevant PERSAL Certificate. * 3-5 years’ relevant experience in Human Resource environment. * Understanding and utilisation of the PERSAL & COLTECH system. * A valid driver’s license. * Understanding of legislative framework governing the Public Services. * Storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment. * Knowledge of Human Resources functions and policies coupled with excellent computer literacy, particularly in the MS Office Suite. * Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills. * Ability to perform under pressure, maintain accuracy, and meet tight deadlines. * Good interpersonal relations. * Effective verbal and written communication skills. * Client focused, committed, proactive, and able to work independently and within a team. * Integrity, attention to detail. * Ability to supervise staff and manage Human resources effectively. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this role should possess strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills. They must be able to perform effectively under pressure, maintain accuracy, and meet tight deadlines. Essential attributes include good interpersonal relations and effective verbal and written communication skills. The position requires a client-focused, committed, and proactive individual who can work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating integrity and attention to detail. The candidate should also be capable of supervising staff and managing human resources effectively. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/human-resources-officer-ref-no-hr-04-09-2026-department-of-higher-education-and-training Source: myjobmag

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