SENIOR PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the strategic human resource functions of the Western Cape Government’s health department, specifically within the People Strategy sub-directorate. Based at the Head Office in Bellville Health Park, the Senior Personnel Practitioner will operate within the Organisational Dynamics and Remuneration directorate, focusing on the Organisational Evaluation and Assessment component. The role is central to ensuring that the department’s organisational structures, job designs, and remuneration practices align with public sector frameworks and operational needs. It sits at the intersection of organisational development, job evaluation, and personnel management, making it a key function for maintaining an efficient and compliant establishment.

Candidates must possess an appropriate tertiary qualification in Human Resource or People Management, Organisational Development, Industrial Psychology, or a related field at NQF level 6. In addition, relevant experience in organisational design, job evaluation, or personnel management operations is required. The role demands a solid working knowledge of public sector personnel management frameworks, policies, and procedures, as well as establishment administration. Practical familiarity with PERSAL, staff establishments, and organisational structures is essential. The successful candidate will also need strong verbal and written communication skills, numeracy and mathematical ability, and well-developed analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Project coordination, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure are equally important. Attention to detail, report-writing proficiency, and computer literacy in the MS Office Suite round out the required competency profile.

The core duties of the Senior Personnel Practitioner are varied and impactful. The role provides organisation design support, helping to shape and refine departmental structures to improve efficiency and service delivery. It also involves project coordination and implementation, ensuring that organisational initiatives are executed on time and in line with established guidelines. A significant portion of the work centres on job evaluation coordination and organisational analysis, where the incumbent will assess roles, grade positions, and ensure consistency with public sector norms. Stakeholder engagement is another key responsibility, requiring collaboration with managers, HR colleagues, and external parties to facilitate smooth processes. Additionally, the role includes capacity building and knowledge transfer, meaning the practitioner will help train and guide others in organisational evaluation and assessment practices.

This post is advertised through a provincial circular, and interested applicants should note that no payment of any kind is required when applying. Candidates who are shortlisted will be subjected to a practical test as part of the selection process. For further enquiries, the contact person is Mr. TBR Petersen, reachable via the email address provided in the official vacancy listing. This is a demanding but rewarding position for a skilled HR professional looking to specialise in organisational dynamics and job evaluation within the public health sector.