Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Development

Government JobsCircular 34 of 2026Permanent

Department of Higher Education and Training

LocationStanderton, MpumalangaSalaryR487 197 per annum (Level 09), (plus benefits)Closing date9 October 2026

Vacancy overview

About this opportunity

Department of Higher Education and Training is recruiting for Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Development in Standerton, Mpumalanga. The advertised salary is R487 197 per annum (Level 09), (plus benefits). Applications close on 9 October 2026. Review the requirements and application instructions below, then confirm every detail against the official source before submitting.

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Requirements

Official circular
  • A Degree / National Diploma (NQF Level
  • 6) in Human Resource Management or Relative Qualification recognized by SAQA, 3-5 years’ work Experience in Human Resource Management or Relative Experience at Supervisory level.
  • A valid driver’s licence.
  • Knowledge of Public Services legislations and policies related to Human Resource Management, Knowledge and understanding of the TVET /CET Administration, Knowledge and understanding of Higher Education sector, Knowledge of PERSAL and Job Evaluation.
  • Skills: Administrative, Planning and Organising, Financial Management, Report writing, Communication and Interpersonal, problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client Oriented, Project Management, Client Oriented, Team Leadership, People Management.
Degree5+ years experienceFinancial managementLeadershipManagementProject managementCommunicationAnalytical thinkingProblem solvingDriver's licence

Role information

Duties and responsibilities

  • Oversee Human Resource Management and Administration services, Oversee Human Resource Development services, Coordinate and Facilitate Organisational Development Services, Coordinate and Facilitate Human Resource Planning
  • (HRP) and Employment Equity
  • (EE) Service, Provide Employee Health and Wellness
  • (EHW) services, Develop and Implement Human Resource Policies and Manuals, Management of all Human, Financial and other resources of the unit.

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1. Confirm that you qualify

Compare your own qualifications and experience with every requirement above. Do not rely on the job title alone, and do not add experience or credentials you cannot support.

2. Prepare the correct documents

Use the official advert as the final checklist. The structured details currently indicate: Z83, CV, Qualifications, Certified ID copy, Driver licence, Other, and a correctly completed Z83.

3. Check the reference, method and deadline

Use reference GSC57/2026 exactly as shown. Submit only through the official method below and confirm the closing date before sending your application.

Source recordComplete official advert and noticesOpen

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT is listed by DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING. The post is based in Standerton, Mpumalanga. The closing date is 09 October 2026.

Job Details

Job TitleASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
DepartmentDEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Reference NumberGSC57/2026
Number of PostsNot stated
SalaryR487 197 per annum (Level 09), (plus benefits)
Salary LevelNot specified
Centre / LocationCentral Office: Standerton
ProvinceMpumalanga
Employment TypePermanent
Closing Date09 October 2026
Z83 RequiredRequired
DPSA CircularDPSA Circular 34 of 2026
Source Pages42–43

Requirements

  • A Degree / National Diploma (NQF Level
  • 6) in Human Resource Management or Relative Qualification recognized by SAQA, 3-5 years’ work Experience in Human Resource Management or Relative Experience at Supervisory level.
  • A valid driver’s licence.
  • Knowledge of Public Services legislations and policies related to Human Resource Management, Knowledge and understanding of the TVET /CET Administration, Knowledge and understanding of Higher Education sector, Knowledge of PERSAL and Job Evaluation.
  • Skills: Administrative, Planning and Organising, Financial Management, Report writing, Communication and Interpersonal, problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client Oriented, Project Management, Client Oriented, Team Leadership, People Management.

Duties / Responsibilities

  • Oversee Human Resource Management and Administration services, Oversee Human Resource Development services, Coordinate and Facilitate Organisational Development Services, Coordinate and Facilitate Human Resource Planning
  • (HRP) and Employment Equity
  • (EE) Service, Provide Employee Health and Wellness
  • (EHW) services, Develop and Implement Human Resource Policies and Manuals, Management of all Human, Financial and other resources of the unit.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Administrative, Planning and Organising, Financial Management, Report writing, Communication and Interpersonal, problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client Oriented, Project Management, Client Oriented, Team Leadership, People Management.

Application Instructions

The Acting Deputy Principal: Corporate Services; Gert Sibande TVET College; P. O. Box 3475; Standerton, 2430, email: applications@gscollege.edu.za or Hand delivered to: 18a Beyers Naude Street, Standerton, 2430.

For attention: Mr KW Mphuthi Tel No: (017) 712 9040

Notes

Gert Sibande TVET College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representatively in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions.

Candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representative will receive preference. Applicants must submit a fully completed and officially signed Z83 form and a comprehensive CV when applying for a post, at least three contactable work-related references.

Candidates will be contacted to submit originally certified copies of all qualification before an interview, including academic records, ID document and valid driver’s licence not older than 6 months, if drivers licence is required in terms of the requirements of the post Application Z83 form is available on our website, www.gscollege.edu.za or DPSA website Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered No fax applications will be accepted Applicants should submit separate Z83 and CV where more than one post is applied for Selected candidates will be subjected to vetting process and personnel suitability check in terms of minimum information security standard The College reserves the right to verify any information received in applications Late and incomplete applications will not be considered Submission of fraudulent documentation will immediately disqualify the candidate Should you not receive any response from us within 60 days after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful Post reference number should be indicated on the application The College reserves the right to withdraw any position at any time all shortlisted candidate shall undertake two pre-entry assessment. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service Department/Webpage. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification.

The Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated on your Z83.

Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (only). Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview.

Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks, qualification and employment verification including social media profiles). Appointment is subject to positive results of the security clearance process.

The successful candidate will be required to sign an annual performance agreement and, where applicable, annually disclose his/her financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may 4 be associated with.

Applicants, who do not comply with the requirements outlined above, will not be considered. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Enquiries

Mr KW Mphuthi Tel No: (017) 712 9040

Required Documents

Z83, CV, Qualifications, Certified ID copy, Driver licence, Other

DPSA Circular Source

Application information

How to apply

Source and disclaimer

DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular

Job83 is independent and is not a government app. Verify the original vacancy source before applying.

Reference
GSC57/2026
Circular
34 / 2026
Page
42–43
Checked
18 Sept 2026

Application method

Email

Follow the official DPSA or department instructions before submitting.

Application steps

The Acting Deputy Principal: Corporate Services; Gert Sibande TVET College; P. O. Box 3475; Standerton, 2430, email: applications@gscollege.edu.za or Hand delivered to: 18a Beyers Naude Street, Standerton, 2430. For attention: Mr KW Mphuthi Tel No: (017) 712 9040

Required documents

Z83CVQualificationsCertified ID copyDriver licenceOther