SENIOR PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER (AG QUERIES AND TRANSVERSAL EMPLOYMENT MATTERS)

Department of Health

Directorate: People Management Planning and Practices

Salary: R413 001 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Cape Town
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 23 October 2026
Circular: No 36 of 2026

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Requirements

Minimum educational qualifications: An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in People Management (PM) or related field. Experience: Appropriate experience of People Management practices including all conditions of service and benefits and other transversal related functions. Inherent requirement of the job: A valid Code B/EB drivers’ license and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to identify irregularities in the application of People Management policies with the Department through analytical thinking. Ability to function independently as well as in a team. Computer Skills: extensive knowledge of PERSAL and MS Office packages. Good Verbal and Written Communication and Interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

Assist with the co-ordination and administration of the annual People Management and Transversal Matters Auditor General Audits for the Department. Responsible for the administration of the HR Compliance Monitoring Tools and preparation of quarterly response received from institutions, sub structures, regions and districts for the Western Cape Audit Committee. Handle telephonic and written complaints and enquiries on service conditions and benefits such as housing and pension administration. Assist with training and information on Transversal Employment Matters to various institutions/ districts/ regions and or sub structures. Assist, investigate and advise on enquiries/ grievances related to transversal People Management (HR) employment matters. Render advice and support to line managers on various PM/HR transversal matters.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Ms N Kearns Tel No: (021) 483-2543

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be subjected to a practical test.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 9 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 October 2026.