Senior Human Resource Officer x1
Job Details
Job Title: Senior Human Resource Officer
Post Number: POST 39/268
Reference Number: H/S/11/2026
Location: Thabo Mofutsanyana District Office, Free State
Salary: R338,106 – R398,277 per annum
Experience Required: Minimum 3 years in an HR environment
Additional Benefits:
13th cheque.
Housing allowance.
Optional medical aid, subject to prescribed requirements.
Job Description
The Senior Human Resource Officer will oversee the implementation and maintenance of human resource administration practices within the district office. The role involves ensuring that HR processes comply with public service legislation, policies and procedures.
The successful candidate will manage recruitment and selection processes, employee appointments, service benefits, leave administration, termination of service and performance management. The position also requires supervising staff, monitoring work quality, preparing HR reports and handling employee-related enquiries.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resource Administration and Provisioning
Supervise and manage complex human resource administration processes.
Coordinate recruitment and selection processes.
Administer employee appointments and transfers.
Conduct and coordinate qualification verification.
Perform secretariat functions during interview processes.
Manage employee absorption processes.
Monitor probationary periods and related HR processes.
Conditions of Service and Employee Benefits
Implement and administer conditions of service and employee benefits.
Manage leave administration.
Handle housing and medical benefits.
Administer Injury on Duty (IOD) matters.
Manage long-service recognition.
Process overtime and relocation claims.
Administer pension-related matters and employee allowances.
Manage termination-of-service processes.
PERSAL and Performance Management
Recommend and approve PERSAL transactions in accordance with delegated authority.
Oversee performance management processes.
Ensure accurate processing and maintenance of HR records.
Reporting and Supervision
Prepare reports on human resource administration matters and statistics.
Handle human resource administration enquiries.
Allocate work to personnel and ensure that work meets the required quality standards.
Support personnel development and staff performance.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Senior Certificate (Grade 12).
Diploma in Human Resource Management or a related qualification at NQF Level 6, recognised by SAQA.
At least 3 years’ experience in a human resource environment.
Relevant PERSAL certificates.
Knowledge and Skills
Working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service.
Knowledge of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, as amended.
Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Computer literacy.
Good planning and organisational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Sense of responsibility and accountability.
Enquiries
For further information regarding the position, contact:
Contact Person: Mr Motaung
Telephone: 083 348 9635