Assistant Director: Performance Management and Development System

About the role

The Presidency is hiring an Assistant Director: Performance Management and Development System in Organisational Development, based in Pretoria. This is a permanent post, paying R487,197 a year. How to apply: The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria, 0001 or Hand deliver at Government Avenue, Union Buildings, Pretoria or by email: applications@presidency.gov.za For attention: Ms M Malele Reference number to quote: ADPMDS/PRES/2026 Closing date: 20 November 2026 (16:30 walk ins and 00:00 on email) Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: ADPMDS/PRES/2026 (with no spaces)

Responsibilities

• Management and administration of Performance Agreements, Mid-term review and Performance Assessments.
• Proper administration of the moderations process.
• Policy and process development maintenance and communication.
• Provide support on the implementation of the online performance management system.
• Coordinate the implementation of performance management outcomes.
• Develop Annual Operational Plans (AOP).
• Analyse the performance management trends and reports.
• Write and quality assurance submissions.
• Manage the PMDS online system.
• Handle grievances, disagreements, and disputes related to performance management.
• Conduct and coordinate PMDS workshops and Training.
• Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Contracting, Review and Assessments of all subordinates.
• Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential, provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
• Assist in the development of the Department MTEF Human Resource Planning and Implementation Report.
• Management of probation.
• Management of subordinates.

Requirements

• A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma /or Advanced Certificate OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6.
• At least 3-4 years experience as Senior Human Resource Practitioner (PMDS).
• Process competencies.
• Communication, both oral and writing.
• Client orientation and customer focus.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Service delivery innovation.
• Willing to work extended hours, when necessary.
• Knowledge Management.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• Strategic capability leadership.
• Program and project management.
• People management and empowerment Change Management.
• Public Service Regulatory Framework.
• Policy formulation process within Government.
• Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques.
• Performance Management.