DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RECRUITMENT & SELECTION

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

Reference number: DPWI 06/07/2026
Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Bisho
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

National Senior Certificate, B Degree NQF Level 7 (as recognised by SAQA) in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration/ Industrial Psychology with three years’ relevant experience in Human Resource Management at an Assistant Director Level. A valid driver’s licence. Introduction to PERSAL Certificate is compulsory. Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public Services. Knowledge, understanding and application of legislative framework policies and prescripts that govern the Recruitment and Selection process in the Public Service. In-depth knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management prescripts and legislations. Knowledge of PERSAL System. Knowledge of Financial regulations and instructions and application of financial procedures. Applied strategic thinking. Research skills. Apply Technology. Budgeting and Financial Management. Communication and Information Management. Continuous Improvement. Citizen Focus and Responsiveness. Developing others. Diversity management Impact and Influence. Managing Interpersonal Conflict and Resolving Problems. Networking and building Bonds. Planning and organising. Problem solving and decision making. Project management. Team Leadership. Computer literate. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. Communication. Client orientation and Customer Focus. People Management and Empowerment. Problem Analysis and Solving. Financial Management. Programme and Project Management. Results/ Quality Management. Decision Making. Knowledge Management. Change Management.

Duties

Manage Implementation of Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Process. Develop and ensure implementation of Annual Recruitment Plan. Manage Implementation of Transfers, Translation and Secondments. Monitor and report on transfers of employees from other departments. Monitor and report on secondment of employees. Report on acting appointments of departmental employees. Management Development and Reviewal Recruitment Policies, Strategies & Procedures. Develop long-term strategies to address employee turnover. Present policy to stakeholders for input. Conduct awareness campaigns on developed and reviewed policy and strategies. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the retention strategies or techniques of the department. Manage Implementation of Pay Progression and Grade progression. Monitor Payments of Pay progression and Grade progression. Request HR status report. Managing area of responsibility. Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team\section produces excellent work in terms of quality and timelines. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from managers. Delegate functions to staff, based on individual potential, provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Manage employee performance daily and ensure timely. Ensure development & implementation of work plans for all subordinates.

Where to send your application

Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitment- bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon- Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries

Mr. T. Matiso at 066 489 6117Ms S. Zazini Tel No: (040) 602 4236 / Mr L Maliti at 066 489 6117 e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

Note

Preference will be given to Coloured Female.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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