Chief Human Resource Clerk: Appointments and Compensation-2 posts available, Ref No. DOTP 16/2025

Closing Date: 2025/03/24

Reference Number: WCG250207-1

Tracking Number: DOTP 16/2025

Job Title: Chief Human Resource Clerk: Appointments and Compensation - 2 posts available, Ref No. DOTP 16/2025

Department: Department of the Premier

Salary Level: 7

Enquiries: Ms P Mbobo at (021) 483 2494

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Cape Town, CBD, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Purpose:
The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) competent and suitably individuals to implement operational procedures, processes and ensure operational productivity. Ensure effective and efficient administration to appoint and compensate employees.

Minimum Requirements:
Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.

Recommendation:
Working knowledge of the following: Appointments and Compensation; PERSAL certification; Experience in acting allowances and complex calculations including OSD.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Supervise and undertake the more complex implementation and maintenance of people management administration practices.
2. Render all administrative service related to appointments and payroll matters i.e. appointment nominated candidates on PERSAL, Appointment and Payments of temporary workers and promotions, Transfers within or into the WCG, secondments and acting appointments, Verification of qualification.
3. Handle people management administrative related enquiries.
4. Perform supervisory tasks: Motivate, train and guide staff.
5. Administer requests for Acting with Remuneration in accordance with Acting policy.

Competencies:
Knowledge of the following: National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service Amendment Act, Public Service Regulations, Compensation for Occupation Injuries and Diseases Act and Labour Relations Act; Registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer; PERSAL systems. Skills needed: Proven computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written, verbal and presentation); Strong leadership; Planning and organizing; Ability to Analyse, conceptualize and implement policies and procedures; Conflict resolutions.

Remuneration:
R 308 154 per annum (Salary Level 7)

Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes:
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.