Senior Personnel Practitioner (Ag Queries and Transversal Employment Matters)
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About the role
The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring a Senior Personnel Practitioner (Ag Queries and Transversal Employment Matters) in People Management Planning and Practices, based in Head Office, Cape Town. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 23 October 2026, 17:00 PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be subjected to a practical test.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the co-ordination and administration of the annual People Management and Transversal Matters Auditor General Audits for the Department.
- Responsible for the administration of the HR Compliance Monitoring Tools and preparation of quarterly response received from institutions, sub structures, regions and districts for the Western Cape Audit Committee.
- Handle telephonic and written complaints and enquiries on service conditions and benefits such as housing and pension administration.
- Assist with training and information on Transversal Employment Matters to various institutions/districts/regions and or sub structures.
- Assist, investigate and advise on enquiries/grievances related to transversal People Management (HR) employment matters.
- Render advice and support to line managers on various PM/HR transversal matters.
Requirements
- Minimum educational qualifications: An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in People Management (PM) or related field.
- Experience: Appropriate experience of People Management practices including all conditions of service and benefits and other transversal related functions.
- Inherent requirement of the job: A valid Code B/EB drivers’ license and willingness to travel.
- Competencies (knowledge/skills):
- Ability to identify irregularities in the application of People Management policies with the Department through analytical thinking
- Ability to function independently as well as in a team
- Computer
- Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of PERSAL and MS Office packages
- Good Verbal and Written Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure