Assistant Director: Human Resources Management and Development at Department of Higher Education and Training

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric /Grade 12 plus a recognised 3- years’ National Diploma in Human Resources Management or a 4 - years’ Degree. A minimum of 5 years in Human Resource Management environment of which three (03) years should be management experience.
• A Post Degree qualification will be an added advantage. PERSAL Certificates. Computer literacy. Knowledge of MS Software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook. Current and previous work experience endorsed by Human Resource (Not certificate of service). Valid Driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Public Services legislations and policies related to Human Resource Management. Knowledge and understanding of the TVET/ CET Administration. Knowledge and understanding of the Higher Education sector. Knowledge of PERSAL and Job Evaluation. In-depth knowledge of BCEA, LRA, EEA, COIDA, OHSA, employee wellness and benefits. Excellent understanding of HR Risk and Compliance Knowledge of CCMA/Labour Court/Bargaining processes. 

DUTIES :

• Oversee Human Resource Management and Administration services - Render conditions of services (Leave, Housing, Medical, Injury on duty, Long service recognition, overtime, relocation, pensions, transfers, allowances etc.); Oversee the recruitment and selection processes as per departmental delegation (advert, shortlisting, interviews, security vetting, competency test, reference check, verification of qualifications) are coordinated within the stipulated timelines); Management of HR Personnel records.
• Oversee Human Resource Development services - Render Bursaries administration; Render Internship and Work Integrated Learning (WIL); Conduct Induction; Coordinate and facilitate the Training interventions. Develop and implement Workplace Skills Plan (WSP); Administration of Performance Management and Development Systems (PMDS) and Integrated Quality Management System (IQMS).
• Coordinate and facilitate Organizational Development, services - Coordinate the design, review and implementation of the college organizational structure; Facilitate the development of Job Descriptions; Coordinate the Job Evaluation of posts/jobs and submit to Head Office; Conduct work-study and business process re-engineering; Facilitate change management and organizational transformation services.
• Coordinate and facilitate Human Resource Planning (HRP) and Employment Equity (EE) services - Coordinate, develop, review, implement and monitor the college HR plan; Submit college HR plan to Regional and Head Office for integration of the departmental plan; Coordinate, develop, review, implement and monitor the college EE plan; Submit college EE plan to Regional and Head Office for integration of the departmental plan; Employment Equity (EE) data for submission to Regional and Head Office; Ensure the implementation of HR and EE Plan.
• Provide Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) services - Implement wellness programmes and service for the college; Coordinate and manage HIV, AIDS, STI and TB services; Coordinate and manage health productivity programmes; Implement health and safety working environment programmes; Promotion of sport activities to encourage physical fitness and healthy lifestyle. Develop and implement Human Resource policies and manuals. Management of all Human, Financial, and other resources of the unit. Advanced skill: Administrative; Planning and organizing; Financial management; Report writing, Communication and interpersonal; Problem solving; Computer literacy; Analytical; Client oriented; Project management; Team leadership; People management.
• Labour Relations Management - Provide advisory services on all employee relations policies, procedures, strategies, agreements, and legislation. Conduct daily employee relations operations specifically in the areas of disciplinary hearing, grievances, absenteeism, performance improvement and collective bargaining; Partner with management in driving fair labour relations within the business Represent the company in dispute resolution process including mediation, arbitration and negotiation; Partner with management in driving fair labour relations within the business
• Values/ attributes - Client service focus; Integrity; Committed; Proactive and loyal.