Chief Director: HR Management at Mpumalanga Department of Education

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate SAQA recognised Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 7) relevant to the specific field plus a minimum of 5 years experience at senior managerial level.
• Proven outstanding managerial and service delivery competency. In depth knowledge and understanding of the relevant policy frameworks including the Public Service Act and Regulations, the national and provincial HR and IT policy frameworks, PFMA and Financial Regulations, as well as the legislation and policies governing the provisioning, employment and conditions of service of educators.
• Extensive and credible experience in the application of systems, processes, procedures and best practices in the areas of human resource management and labour relations. Proven communication and interpersonal skills at all levels. Sound analytical and problem solving skills. Planning, organising and project management skills.
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills. Ability to develop logical frameworks and other models. Ability to develop and adhere to work schedules and to work under pressure. Developed computer literacy. Willingness to travel and work beyond normal working hours. Valid driver's license. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a relevant technical exercise.
• Please note: With effect from 1 April 2020, an individual may only qualify for appointment at SMS level provided that said official has successfully completed a Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme and that he/she can produce the required Pre-entry Certificate as issued by the National School of Governance (NSG) on her/his own cost. For further information related to the on-line course, interested officials are advised to contact [email protected]. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

DUTIES

• Ensure the development, planning, implementation, monitoring, assessment and co-ordination of policy and systems for the rendering of human resource management-, labour relations as well as human resource development services. Manage HR planning and -provisioning, remuneration and -performance matters.
• Manage labour relations, as well as matters related to incapacity, inefficiency and misconduct. Manage the rendering of human resource development services. Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of national and provincial policy frameworks in the responsible areas of activity.
• Ensure mission effectiveness and operational efficiency through effective and efficient resources management, including the human resources, finance, equipment and systems of the component. Contribute to the strategic direction of the Department. Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour. Empower staff within the component through coaching, development and skills transfer.
• The appointee will be a member of the management echelon of the Department of Education and will be expected to contribute at that level. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality.