principal personnel officer, Ref No. MPDOH/FEB/26/1194

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 with 3 years' HR experience OR a National Diploma/Degree (NQF 6/7) in HRM, Public Admin, or Public Management

3 years in Human Resource Administration

• Extensive knowledge of the PERSAL system and report interpretation
• Functional understanding of the Public Service Act and Regulations
• Mastery of the BCEA (Basic Conditions of Employment Act) and Employment Equity Act
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet strict HR deadlines

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an HR unit
• Completion of at least 3 PERSAL courses is an inherent requirement

• Implement and maintain comprehensive HR administration practices
• Oversee HR provisioning including recruitment, selection, transfers, and vetting
• Manage conditions of service: leave administration, pensions, housing allowances, and terminations
• Administer PILIR (Procedure on Incapacity Leave and Ill-health Retirement)
• Coordinate the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS)
• Interpret PERSAL reports to guide decision-making and reporting
• Provide expert advice and guidance to staff on HR policies and practices
• Draft technical HR reports and manage personnel statistics
• Provide secretarial functions for interview panels and coordinate staff absorptions
• Support Sub-district Managers with HR administrative requirements