Senior Administration Officer: Persal Auditing

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring 2 Senior Administration Officer: Persal Auditing posts in PERSAL Management HR System and Support, based in National Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 a year. How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Reference number to quote: HO Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the auditing of identified critical areas.
• Performing visits and PERSAL audits in the regions.
• Monitoring of the implementation of the PERSAL data management and access security policy and procedure.
• Identify discrepancies on human resource data (NMIR- National Minimum Information Requirements) and monitor the rectification thereof.
• Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets.

Requirements

• National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management or relevant qualification.
• At least 3 years’ experience in PERSAL and HR related fields.
• Successfully passed the PERSAL course.
• Experience in conducting inspections/audits will be an added advantage.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes: Good communication, excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Good liaison skills with other role players/clients, report writing, project management, analytical, rational decision making and interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism and Integrity.
• Creativity and innovative thinking.