Senior Administration Officer: Persal Auditing

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Senior Administration Officer specializing in PERSAL Auditing within the Department of Correctional Services (DCS), specifically in the PERSAL Management HR System and Support Directorate. There are two posts available, located at the National Head Office. The position offers a salary of R413 001 per annum. Appointment for this role is made under the Public Service Act. The reference number for this vacancy is HO 2026/11/70. **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Coordinating the auditing of identified critical areas. * Performing visits and PERSAL audits in the regions. * Monitoring the implementation of the PERSAL data management and access security policy and procedure. * Identifying discrepancies on human resource data (National Minimum Information Requirements - NMIR) and monitoring their rectification. * Managing performance information, human resources, finance, and assets. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management or relevant qualification. * At least 3 years’ experience in PERSAL and HR related fields. * Successfully passed the PERSAL course. * Experience in conducting inspections/audits will be an added advantage. * Computer literate. * Valid driver’s licence. * **Competencies and Attributes:** * Good communication skills. * Excellent planning and organizing skills. * Good liaison skills with other role players/clients. * Report writing skills. * Project management skills. * Analytical skills. * Rational decision making skills. * Interpersonal skills. * Professionalism and Integrity. * Creativity and innovative thinking. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or a relevant field, coupled with a minimum of three years' experience in PERSAL and HR-related areas, having successfully completed the PERSAL course. A valid driver’s licence and computer literacy are essential. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong communication, planning, organizing, liaison, report writing, project management, analytical, rational decision-making, and interpersonal skills. They should also embody professionalism, integrity, creativity, and innovative thinking. Experience in conducting inspections or audits is an advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-correctional-services-dcs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-ho-2026-11-70 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.
• 2 posts available.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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