ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (PEOPLE ADMINISTRATION)

Department of Health

Directorate: People Management Planning and Practices

Salary: R487 197 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Cape Town
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 30 October 2026
Circular: No 37 of 2026

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Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Human Resources or related field. Experience: Extensive experience in People Administration. Appropriate supervisory or management experience. Extensive experience in PERSAL and Conditions of Service. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid Code B/EB driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge of relevant government and departmental policies, legislation and People Administration practices. Good managerial, strategic thinking and planning skills. Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office. Sound knowledge of employee relations practices and policies.

Duties

Manage People Administration services for Head Office, including appointments, secondments, transfers, probation, OSD matters, terminations, allowances and leave administration. Coordinate transversal People Administration functions, including Long Service Awards, SMS employment contracts and related transversal matters. Manage PERSAL, salaries and allowances, ensuring accurate and compliant administration. Coordinate audit and compliance requirements, including HR audits, Internal Audit and Auditor-General processes for Head Office. Administer ORW and financial disclosure requirements for Head Office. Optimal management and development of staff in the component. Provide advice and guidance to Head Office management and institutions on People Administration policies, practices and Conditions of Service.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Mr HC Herbert Tel No: (021) 483-4029

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Applicants will be required to undergo practical and competency testing.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 16 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.