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Job Requirements
An appropriate Degree/National Diploma (at least 360 credits) in Human Resource Management/ Industrial & Organisational Psychology/ Social Sciences/ Public Administration (with at least 360 credits, NQF 6) Three (3) to Five (5) Recruitment experience of which 2 years is junior management experience. Computer Literacy that would include a good working knowledge of MS Office. Knowledge of DPSA Regulations. Knowledge of Labour Relations Act. Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Knowledge of Recruitment, Selection & Placement Policy. Knowledge of conducting Interviews. Knowledge of other Public Service Prescripts and Legislations. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of working with Recruitment Agencies. Human Resource Policy and Procedures. Knowledge of Screening of CV’s. Knowledge and understanding of Batho Pele Principles. Knowledge of Data Management. Analytical skills. Project management skills. Problem solving skills. Organizing skills. Supervisory and Leadership skills. Advisory skills. Interpersonal relations. Conflict management. Report writing. Customer Oriented. Ability to communicate at all levels. Good interpersonal relationships. Building and maintaining collaborative and strong relationships. Working in a team. Adhering to business ethics. Out of the box thinker. Attention to detail. Adhering to business ethics. Long attention span. Ability to prioritize urgent and confidential matters. Ability to work under pressure. Deadline driven.
Duties
The incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks which include but not limited to the following Manage all aspects of the Recruitment, which includes the following: Manage the process of advertising positions. Manage 48 allocation of work to agencies for response handling or full service. Ensure that shortlisting is done according to inherent requirements of position. Obtain approval for shortlisted candidates and selection panel. Oversee compilation of technical questions to ensure a competency-based interview. Oversee and manage the conducting of fair and procedurally correct interviews. Oversee and manage the process of verification of personal information prior to appointment. Oversee and manage the drafting of submissions for approval for appointment or edit the submissions drafted by subordinates/Agencies. Oversee assessments of candidates – whether technical or prescribed DPSA assessments. Oversee all account related matters to external service providers including issuing of Purchasing Orders and following SCM prescripts. Provide statistics, reports, and any relevant recruitment information as requested. Implement and maintain HR policies and procedures pertaining to recruitment. Ensure adherence to the GPAA’s processes, policies, and procedures. Ensure adherence to GPAA’s Recruitment and Selection Policy. Ensure adherence to Labour Law, EE, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and DPSA Regulations. Identify best practices, latest developments, and trends. Render technical advice regarding relevant recruitment and selection policy and procedure. Provide advice, solutions, and guidance. Render guidance and advice to line managers on recruitment policies, selection requirements and suitability of candidates in the recruitment and selection process, procedures and best practices. Manage and Development of Staff. Manage the performance of the unit which involves coaching, mentoring and taking corrective action where required, develop performance standards and evaluates team and individuals. Monitor staff regarding human resources such as leave recruitment and grievances. Compile the work plans for the unit including the consolidation of the operational plans into the directorate’s overall work plan.
What is the Salary
R468 459 per annum
Location
Pretoria Head Office
How to Apply
Felicia Mahlaba on Tel No: (012) 319 1455 APPLICATION : It is mandatory to email your application (comprehensive CV and new Z83 completed and duly signed) to Recruit1@gpaa.gov.za quoting the reference number in the subject heading of the email [failure to adhere to this will result in decline of application/s].
It is mandatory to email your application (comprehensive CV and new Z83 completed and duly signed) quoting the reference number in the subject heading of the email [failure to adhere to this will result in decline of application/s].
Apply Before:
24 April 2026
Reference No:
ASD/REC/2026/04-1P
Additional Information
The purpose of the role is to coordinate the end-to-end recruitment, selection, and appointment processes in GPAA. A permanent position of Assistant Director: Recruitment is currently available at the Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA): Human Resource Administration Unit. 49