HR Practitioner: Placement Administration
Department Of Correctional Services (Dcs)
- Salary (as advertised)
- R338 106 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
Overview This role is for an HR Practitioner specializing in Placement Administration within the Department of Correctional Services (DCS), specifically in the HR Administration and Utilization Directorate. The position is based at the National Head Office and offers a salary of R338,106 per annum. Appointment for this role falls under the Public Service Act. What you will do The successful candidate will be responsible for administering transfer-related benefits for placements, which includes receiving, checking, and processing requests for interim accommodation, furniture removal, payment of bond fees, relocation claims, and pre-visits. This involves implementing and applying HR placement policies and procedures. You will monitor and follow up on payments, maintain a register or database of all placement payment requests, and liaise with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely payment processing. Additionally, you will respond to employee queries regarding their payments, provide general administrative support, and maintain and update records, files, and databases related to HR placement payments. The role also includes managing performance information, resources, finance, and assets. Requirements (from the original advert) * National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management or relevant qualification. * 1-2 years’ experience in human resource environment. * PERSAL knowledge will be an added advantage. * Computer literate. * Valid driver’s licence. * Competencies and attributes: Basic knowledge of HR policies and procedures. * LOGIS administration. * Understanding of Public Service Regulations. * Knowledge of clerical and administrative processes. * Basic financial administration. * Information collection, analyses, interpretation, dissemination with regard to HR. * Placement payment. * Listening skills. * Numeracy. * Knowledge of placement policy and processes. * Knowledge of HR mandates on placement payments. * Relevant PERSAL functions. * Knowledge of the Public Service Regulations and related HR policies and procedures. Who should apply Candidates with a National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or a relevant qualification, coupled with 1-2 years of experience in an HR environment, should apply. Ideal applicants will be computer literate, possess a valid driver's license, and ideally have PERSAL knowledge. The role requires a basic understanding of HR policies and procedures, LOGIS administration, Public Service Regulations, clerical and administrative processes, and basic financial administration. Strong skills in information collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination concerning HR and placement payments, along with listening skills and numeracy, are also essential. Applicants should have specific knowledge of placement policy and processes, HR mandates on placement payments, and relevant PERSAL functions. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-correctional-services-dcs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-ho-2026-11-110 Source: govpage
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