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PRINCIPAL PERSONNEL OFFICER: RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION (X12 POSTS)

Department of Basic Education

Directorate: Education District Office

Reference number
DOE56/10/2026
Salary
R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)
Centre
Chris Hani East
Province
Eastern Cape
Closing date
13 November 2026
Circular
No 39 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate (3-year) undergraduate NQF 6/7 in Human Resource Management/ Public Management/ Administration as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience in Human Resource Management environment. Computer Literacy. Practical working knowledge of PERSAL or any HRM related system. A good knowledge and understanding of legal framework governing Human Resources. A Valid Driver’s license and willingness to travel is essential. Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.

Duties

The incumbent will be responsible for handling relating to the receiving of applications. Capturing / scheduling of applications. Maintain registry pertaining to applications. Provide secretarial support to recruitment and selection processes. Updating of recruitment database. Explain service contracts and relevant conditions of service to new appointees. Provide support to Assistant Director and the Deputy Director. Compile submissions for contracts extension, appointments, and terminations. Provide recruitment and selection trainings to managers and staff. Perform all human resource functions as directed by the supervisor, compile and submit monthly Recruitment and Selection reports. Provide employee recruitment planning and administration services. Assist to provide selection support services. Assist in providing employee appointment administration services. Assist in providing employee and post establishment reconciliation services.

Where to send your application

Applications must be submitted via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za (under Careers) 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: erecruitment@ecdoe.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). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or email Address.

Enquiries

Mr. M Zazela Tel No: (040) 608 4228 For e-Recruitment Enquiries, Email: erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 30 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 October 2026.

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