This vacancy has closed. It closed on 24 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
DIRECTOR: HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
- Reference number
- 2026/ACSR49/NW
- Salary
- R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package). The inclusive remuneration package consist of the Basic Salary, contribution to Government Employee Pension Fund, Medical Fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules. The successful candidate must enter a performance agreement and sign an employment contract.
- Centre
- Head Office, Mmabatho
- Province
- North West
- Closing date
- 24 July 2026
- Circular
- No 24 of 2026
Requirements
Grade 12 Certificate. Degree/ Advanced Diploma/ B-Tech at NQF Level 7 (as recognised by SAQA) in Human Resource Management / Public Administration / Public Management / Human Resource and Industrial Psychology. A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at Middle/ Senior Management level. A valid driver’s license. An SMS pre-entry programme must be completed and a Nyukela Certificate be obtained and submitted before an appointment can be considered. Knowledge: Client focused HR Strategist. A thorough understanding of policy formulation and coordination. Proven experience in or thorough understanding of the social development system/ sector. A good background in turnaround and change management strategies Experience in and insight into legislation that impacts on human resource practices and procedures. Knowledge of Government systems (PERSAL). Competencies: A results-driven, customer-focused approach, with excellent planning, organisational communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. Analytical and innovative thinking. Knowledge of human and financial resource management. Good computer literacy in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). The ability to work in highly pressured environment and driven by a sense of urgency to meet deadlines. Leadership skills. Research and policy formulation. Presentation and facilitation skills. Executive report - writing skills. People management. Financial management. Strategic planning. Project management. Change and knowledge management. Negotiation skills.
Duties
Provide Strategic Direction, Leadership, and Management in Human Capital Management Unit. Ensure policy development, implementation, and monitoring. Ensure development and implementation of the Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan for the Unit. Provide Human Resource Administration Services (and HR practices). Ensure the provision of comprehensive organisational development support. Manage and co-ordinate implementation of departmental transformation programmes. Manage overall employee relations. Ensure implementation and monitoring of Employee Health and Wellness programmes. Manage and co-ordinate human capital planning, salaries and information systems services that support the departmental strategy. Coordinate, and manage strategic human resource training and development services. Ensure implementation of the Performance Management and Development System in the department to ensure performance contracting, management, assessments, and rewards.
Where to send your application
Applications must be submitted to Human Capital Management, Department of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation, 760 Dr James Moroka Drive, Gaabomotho Building, Mmabatho. FOR ATTENTION : The Head of Department
Enquiries
Ms L.E. Moloele Tel No: (018) 388 2810
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 10 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 8 September 2026.
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