This vacancy has closed. It closed on 6 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER
Department of Health
Directorate: Human Resource Administration
- Reference number
- NDOH 50/2026
- Salary
- R413 001 per annum, (plus competitive benefits)
- Centre
- Pretoria
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 6 July 2026
- Circular
- No 21 of 2026
Requirements
A Grade 12 certificate and National Diploma with 360 credits (NQF 6) qualification in Human Resource Management / Public Management or Public Administration. NQF 7 degree in HRM will be an advantage. At least three (3) years’ experience in HR Recruitment and Selection. Knowledge of recruitment and selection prescripts and legislation, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Employment Equity Act, Labour Relation Act as well as understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service and Human Resources function wholistically. Good communication (verbal and written), problem solving, planning and organizing, interpersonal relations, presentation and facilitation, people management, customer focus, negotiation and conflict resolution and computer skills (MS Office package). Ability to work under pressure and in a team as well as able to travel when required. A valid driver’s license.
Duties
Render and administer recruitment and selection process. Ensure adherence and compliance to the Recruitment and Selection policy and prescripts. Quality assures draft advertisements and ensures processing within one working day. Engage with line managers within 5 working days of allocation of a post to confirm recruitment plans. Quality assurance of recruitment processes. Supervise the preparation and coordination of all recruitment logistics and documentation, i.e. advertisement. Quality check shortlisting process and applications against policy. Ensure proper completion and filing of all recruitment and selection forms. Develop/review human resource policies and plan. Provide inputs on the development, review implementation and monitoring of HR policies, procedure manuals, strategies and plan. Provide effective interpretation of relevant legislation, policies, and directives. Render HR advisory and reporting services. Provide advice and guidance to management and staff on recruitment, selection and HR policy matters. Draft written responses to line functionaries on functional areas on the implementation of recruitment and selection processes and practices. Manage resources, risk and audit queries. Ensure the submission of verification documents for recommended candidates within three working days. Ensure compliance with requirements for qualification verification, security screening, and competency assessments. Promote a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement and teamwork.
Where to send your application
The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X399, Pretoria. 0001. Hand delivered application may be submitted at Reception (Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria Townlands 351-JR or should be forwarded to vacancies@Health.gov.za quoting the reference number on the subject e-mail. FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Shitiba
Enquiries
Ms P Mathebula Tel No: (012) 395 9616
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 21 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 19 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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