HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER (PERMANENT VACANCY) / HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER (PERMANENT)

Enterprise iLembe, the economic development agency of the iLembe District Municipality, is seeking to fill a permanent Human Resource Officer position, also referred to as Human Resource Practitioner, within its Corporate Services Unit. The agency is responsible for trade and investment promotion and local economic development for the region, and this role is central to supporting the people management functions that underpin its operations. The successful candidate will join a professional team and take responsibility for a broad range of HR duties, from recruitment through to employee relations and compliance.

The core responsibilities of the role include coordinating the full recruitment, selection, onboarding and exit processes, ensuring that new employees are properly inducted and departing employees are processed in line with policy. The officer will administer employee records, leave management, the HR information system and employee self-service functions, as well as maintain personnel files. In addition, the position involves coordinating performance management, training and employee development initiatives, and providing support on employee relations, disciplinary and grievance matters. Ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation, HR policies and governance requirements is a key part of the job, alongside preparing HR reports and delivering administrative support to the Corporate Services Unit.

To be considered, applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration or an equivalent qualification, and have at least three years of relevant HR experience. A sound knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR best practices is essential, as is experience using HR information systems and employee self-service platforms. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and a valid driver's licence are also required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills, strong interpersonal and communication abilities, and a high level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism. Good report writing and analytical skills, the ability to work independently and under pressure, and strong planning, problem-solving and attention to detail are also important.

Applications must be submitted with a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, a South African ID and a driver's licence where applicable, using the email address and subject line specified in the advertisement, before the closing date. Enterprise iLembe is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity, and preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates in line with the Agency's Employment Equity Plan. Candidates who have not been contacted within three months of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful. The agency also reserves the right not to make an appointment.