DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Social Development

Hr Information Systems Officer

Salary or stipendR338 106 per annum. This inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the states’ contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured i.t.o. the applicable rules.

The Department of Social Development is looking for a Hr Information Systems Officer. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

HSRC Building, PretoriaApplications close 30 October 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/81, page 65

Reference number
V1/D/2026
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Gauteng
Closing date
30 October 2026
Centre
HSRC Building, Pretoria
Directorate
Human Resources Management

About the role

Applicants must note that pre-employment checks and references will be conducted once they are shortlisted. The appointment is also subject to a positive outcome on these checks, including security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification and criminal record. If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. We encourage all applicants to declare any criminal and/or negative credit records. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign an annual performance agreement. The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department to achieve its Employment Equity targets. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes, thus withdrawing this advert by notice on its communication channels. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. We thank all applicants for their interest.

What you will need

  • Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Act and Regulations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Batho Pele Principles.
  • Knowledge and understanding of relevant department HR Policies.
  • Knowledge and understanding of PERSAL and Vulindlela Systems.
  • Knowledge and understanding of PFMA requirements for Personnel Expenditure Reporting.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Minimum Information Security standard.
  • Knowledge and understanding of compensation analysis.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Organizational Design Principles.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Social Development Sector.
  • Knowledge and understanding of MS Excel.
  • Knowledge and understanding of HRBP tool.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Code of Remunerations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Treasury Regulation and Directives.
  • Knowledge and Understanding of Labour Relations Act.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Employment Equity Act.
  • Knowledge and understanding of PAIA and POPIA.
  • Competencies needed: Communication (written and verbal).
  • Office management and Administration.
  • Computer Literacy.
  • Client Liaison.
  • Analytical.
  • Financial administration.
  • Report writing.
  • People management.
  • Planning and organising.
  • Problem solving.
  • Numeracy.
  • Client orientation and customer focus.
  • Report writing.
  • Policy analysis and implementation.
  • Project administration.
  • Facilitation and presentation.
  • Attributes: Good interpersonal relation.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to work in a team and independently.
  • Innovative and creative.
  • Independent thinker.
  • Cost consciousness.
  • Honesty and integrity.

Experience

A qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Human Resources Management/ Public Management/ Public Administration including PERSAL Certificates: Post Establishment Administration PLUS 1-2 years’ experience in Human Resource Information Management within PERSAL Establishment environment.

Skills and competencies

  • Competencies needed: Communication (written and verbal).

Key responsibilities

  • Administer PERSAL establishment within the department.
  • Monitor and align the department’s staff establishment on PERSAL according to the approved organisational structure.
  • Collate HR information and assist with the compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual statistics and reports on HR activities.
  • Render an effective HR advisory and support services to employees with regards to HR information and post establishment.
  • Render support service to Capacity Assessment and Human Resource Planning.

Additional details

  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Applicants must use this link below to access DSAC E-Recruitment System. https://erecruit.dsac.gov.za/public/login_test.php Hand delivery: Sealed envelope addressed to Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Sechaba House, 202 Madiba Street, Pretoria Central. Postal mail to The Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Private Bag X897, Pretoria, 0001.

  • Application method: Post
  • Application method: Hand delivery
  • Enquiries: Mr B Bubu
  • Telephone: (012) 312 7503

Please note

  • In terms of the Department’s employment equity targets, African, Coloured, Indian, and White males
  • African, Coloured, Indian and White females as well as persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 67

Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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