PRINCIPAL PERSONNEL OFFICER

Department of Health

Reference number: MPDOH/JULY/26/1072
Salary: R338 106 per annum. (Level 07), (plus service benefits)
Centre: Mapulaneng Hospital (Ehlanzeni District)
Province: Mpumalanga
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus three (3) years’ experience in Human Resource unit or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Public Management as recognized by SAQA. At least a minimum of three (3) PERSAL courses is an inherent requirement. Extensive knowledge of PERSAL includes interpreting PERSAL reports. A Good understanding and Functional knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service regulations, Basic condition of employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Computer literacy, Good interpersonal skills, Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work under pressure. Sound communication and interpersonal skills. Analytical skills on problem solving, decision making and organizational skills. Computer literacy particularly MS, Excel, outlook & Word. A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage.

Duties

Implement and maintain human resource administration practices. Render administrative functions including the following: recruitment and selection of staff. HR provisioning (recruitment and selection, appointments, transfers, verification of qualifications, vetting of candidates, secretarial functions for interviews, absorptions of staff, probationary periods, etc. and also responsible for conditions of service and benefits: leave salaries, leave graduates, pensions, termination of services, procedure on Incapacity leave and ill-health, housing allowance, overtime, translations and writing reports etc.). Coordinate the Performance management system, address human resource administration enquiries to ensure the correct implementation of human resource management practices, inform, guide and advise the staff on human resource administration matters to enhance the correct implementation of human resource administration practices/policies. Assist with preparation of reports on human resource administration issues and statistics. Coordinate the implementation of recruitment and selection process. Provide support to Sub-district Manager.

Where to send your application

Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 17 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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