The Department of Employment and Labour
Assistant Director: Human Resource Development
Reference Number: HR4/26/02/02HO
The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to reducing unemployment, poverty, and inequality. We achieve this through policies that improve economic efficiency, create jobs, and ensure fair labour relations across South Africa.
Job Overview
- Job Type: Full Time
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
- Field: Human Resources
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following criteria:
- A recognized NQF level 6 qualification in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Training and Development, Public Management, or Industrial and Organisational Psychology.
- At least four (4) years of experience in Human Resource Development or Training and Development.
- Two (2) of those years must be at a supervisory level.
Required Knowledge
Candidates should be familiar with the following areas:
- The Skills Development Act and Public Service HRD frameworks.
- Management principles, public service rules, and the Batho Pele Principles.
- The Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Department of Labour policies.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Project).
Professional Skills
- Managerial: Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and control departmental functions.
- Communication: Strong presentation, report writing, and interviewing skills.
- Leadership: Mentoring, coaching, team building, and diversity management.
- Problem Solving: Project management, quality management, and interpersonal skills.
- Personal Management: Excellent time and stress management.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) portal. Please ensure your application references the correct reference number: HR4/26/02/02HO.