deputy director: human resource development & performance management systems, Ref No. LDTCS H5/2026

Apply for deputy director: human resource development & performance management systems at department of limpopo department of transport and community safety. Closing date 2026-03-13.

Job Summary

Department: limpopo department of transport and community safety

Directorate: corporate services / human resource management

Province: limpopo

Reference: LDTCS H5/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-13

Salary: R896,436

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 11

Centre: Head Office (Polokwane)

Minimum Qualification

Undergraduate qualification NQF level 6 or equivalent as recognized by SAQA

Experience Required

5 years total, 3 years at MMS/Assistant Director level in Human Resource Development and Performance Management

Required Competencies & Skills

  • In-depth knowledge of the Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act, and PFMA
  • Expertise in Skills Development Act and PMDS frameworks
  • Proficiency in PERSAL system
  • Strategic planning, policy analysis, and change management
  • High-level facilitation, coordination, and financial management skills

Requirements

  • Five (5) years' experience
  • Three (3) years must be at Junior Management / Assistant Director level in a related field
  • Valid driver's license

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Manage departmental skills development planning and capacity building programmes
  • Oversee learnerships, internships, and Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL)
  • Administer departmental bursaries and staff development initiatives
  • Institutionalize the Performance Management Development System (PMDS)
  • Manage the performance cycle: contracting, progress reviews, and final evaluations
  • Ensure compliance with HRD and PMS legislative frameworks

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R896436.per annum. (Level 11) (All-inclusive remuneration package) The inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State's contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, a medical fund and flexible portion which may be restructured in terms of applicable rules.

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms. Amika Y Tel No: 015-295 1209, Ms. Mpe N.F: 015 294 8401 and Ms. Maja M: 015 295 1163

Reference No:

LDTCS H5/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: LDTCS H5/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. This is a Level 11 (MMS) position. The SMS Pre-Entry Programme is currently only mandatory for Senior Management Service (Level 13+) appointments.
While NQF 6 is the minimum, specific qualifications in Public Administration, Public Management, or Human Resource Management Development (HRMD) will give applicants a competitive edge.
The assessment usually tests technical proficiency in drafting a Workplace Skills Plan (WSP), managing a performance dispute simulation, or analyzing PERSAL data related to staff development.

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