POST 25/156 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REF NO:
LOCMA 17 (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Limpopo-Olifants Catchment Management Agency
Division: Human Resource Management
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Polokwane

REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level 6 (National Diploma) or NQF level 7 (Bachelor’s Degree) in Human Resource Management or a related field. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in human resource management, including supervisory experience. Knowledge of policy development and implementation. Knowledge of HR transactions and related processes. Have a working knowledge of disciplinary processes in HR transactions. Understanding of Government legislation. Knowledge of Financial Management and the Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA). Knowledge of techniques and procedures for the planning and execution of operations. Knowledge of Programme and Project Management. Knowledge of relationship management. Problem solving and analysis. People and Diversity Management. Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Good communication skills. Accountability and Ethical Conduct. Knowledge of analytical procedures and analytical skills.

DUTIES : The incumbent will be responsible for the effective management of the total human resource function for LOCMA. Implement HR policies and strategies and ensure compliance with HR policies for all employees. Address payroll and salary-related matters. Apply prescripts for staff transfers and interdepartmental movement. Oversee the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) measures. Regularly analyse trends and recommend policy updates and amendments. Manage service benefits and conditions and implement HR transactions within the delegated framework. Advise managers on transaction processes. Administer employment equity
and employee wellness programmes. Manage the development and submission of legislative requirement reports and plans. Facilitate HR-related training for staff. Manage recruitment, selection and general HR provisions by developing and implementing recruitment and PMDS plans. Conduct roadshows to communicate key HR policies. Maintain and administer an HR database and provide accessible HR-related information services. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of all HR policies and ensure that employees are appointed as per HR prescripts. Evaluate the implementation of the HR information policy in the CMA and measure compliance in terms of HR information processes and service level agreements (SLAs) with other stakeholders. Facilitate effective labour relations management, including
grievance handling, disciplinary processes and resolution of disputes. Manage personnel records by maintaining updated HR records while ensuring confidentiality, implementing safeguards against loss or theft, and keeping clear tracking of file movements. Supervise and support staff, set work goals and monitor progress, and organise training and career development. Ensure compliance with HR policies and labour laws. Manage staff leave, attendance and performance appraisals.

ENQUIRIES : Mr A.A Lessing Tel No: (013) 591-8900

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
CLOSING DATE : 31 July 2026
NOTE : Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory.