ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Department of Higher Education and Training

Branch: Community Education Training Component: Northern Cape Cet College

Reference number: DHET 25/09/2026
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Northern Cape Cet College
Province: Northern Cape
Closing date: 18 September 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resource Management/ Development or a related qualification. PERSAL certificates will be an added advantage. A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant supervisory experience in Human Resource Management environment. Knowledge of the Continuing Education Act, (CET Act), Public Service Regulations, Public Service Act and knowledge of Human Resource legislations and policies. Extensive knowledge and experience of conditions of service, employee benefits, recruitment and selection processes, and staff establishment. Knowledge of Human Resources Development, Performance Management and Development Procedures, Public Service Employee Wellness Programs. A good understanding of Labour Legislation, policy and procedures applicable to the Public Service. Extensive knowledge of PERSAL systems. Planning, organising, report writing, facilitation and presentation skills. Good interpersonal verbal and written communication skills. Computer skills. A valid drivers license.

Duties

Manage human capital within the college. Development and ensure implementation of Human Resource Strategy and policies. Manage and coordinate the implementation of Human Resource Management functions within the College, including recruitment and selection, conditions of service, performance management, leave administration and staff establishment. Manage Human Resources Development programmes and staff training interventions. Ensure compliance with HR legislative frameworks and departmental guidelines. Provide strategic HR advice and support management and staff. Supervise and develop HR staff to ensure high performance and effective service delivery. Prepare HR reports and maintain accurate HR records. Promote sound Labour practices and foster a positive organisational culture within the College. Introduce programmes in support of employee health and wellness services within College. Draft and manage the Human Resources budget. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.

Where to send your application

DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.

Enquiries

Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389

Note

Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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