Deputy Director DESTEA 11/08/25 Free State
The Deputy Director: Human Resource Provisioning will oversee and manage the Department’s HR provisioning processes, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practices in recruitment, selection, promotions, transfers, and terminations. The role is critical in shaping HR policies, ensuring accurate HR data management, and providing strategic HR support to enhance organisational efficiency.
Job Overview:
- Job Title: Deputy Director: Human Resource Provisioning
- Company: Department of Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (DESTEA)
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Employment Type: Full-time, Senior Management Service (SMS)
Company Overview:
The Department of Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (DESTEA) is mandated to drive economic transformation, promote small business growth, enhance tourism development, and ensure sustainable environmental management within the Free State Province. Through efficient governance and strong stakeholder collaboration, the Department supports inclusive growth and provides strategic services to strengthen both the public and private sectors.
Responsibilities:
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Develop, implement, and maintain HR provisioning policies and strategies.
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Oversee recruitment, selection, transfers, promotions, terminations, and staff establishment processes.
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Authorise and quality-assure PERSAL transactions and ensure system efficiency.
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Manage employee benefits, compensation framework, leave reconciliation, housing, resettlement, and PILIR administration.
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Oversee HR records management in line with the National Archives Act.
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Provide expert guidance during interviews and manage employment screening processes.
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Ensure compliance with recruitment approvals, competency assessments, and reference checks.
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Develop and monitor employee exit (termination) systems and prepare exit reports.
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Prepare departmental responses to audit queries related to HR provisioning.
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Manage operational planning, resource allocation, and reporting for the Sub-directorate.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Public Management, or a related field (SAQA recognised).
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Minimum of 7 years’ experience in HR Management, of which 5 years must be at junior management level.
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Strong knowledge of Public Service HR legislation, policies, and regulations.
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Experience with recruitment, HR administration, and PERSAL.
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Proven ability to manage HR policies, systems, and high-volume activities.
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Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills.
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Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license required.
Benefits:
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R896 436 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package.
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Package includes basic salary, pension contribution, and flexible benefits structure.
Application Process:
Submit applications by hand delivery or via email to recruitment1@destea.gov.za, quoting the reference number DESTEA 11/08/25 on the subject line.
Enquiries: Ms. MP Tlale at (082) 379 3412