Department of Health

Personnel Practitioner: Hr Planning

Salary or stipendR338 106 per annum (Level 07), (plus service benefits)

The Department of Health is looking for a Personnel Practitioner: Hr Planning. This is a permanent role based in Mpumalanga.

Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/221, page 170

Reference number: MPDOH/OCT/26/1652
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Mpumalanga
Job level: 07
Centre: Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit)

What you will need

Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and relevant DPSA policies.
Knowledge of PERSAL and establishment management 171 processes.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office

Experience

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus three (3) years’ experience in Human Resource Management, with exposure to HR Planning, Establishment Management, Recruitment and Selection, or related HR functions or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Public Management as recognised by SAQA.

Key responsibilities

Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Human Resource Plan.
Collect, analyse, and maintain HR information and statistics to support workforce planning (ICSP, CoE, HRIS, PERSAL, APL).
Assist in organisational structure management and establishment control.
Monitor funded and unfunded posts within the approved establishment.
Facilitate the compilation of HR planning reports and submissions.
Support vacancy management and workforce forecasting processes.
Ensure compliance with relevant HR planning policies and prescripts.
Provide administrative and advisory support on HR Planning matters.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding HR Planning activities.

Additional details

Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Proven intermediate MS Excel skills. Good communication, analytical, planning, report-writing, and interpersonal skills. A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. Competencies and Skills: Planning and organising. Problem-solving and analytical thinking. Good verbal and written communication skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Computer literacy. Teamwork and client orientation. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Enquiries: Ms. Gugu Nkosi
Telephone: (013) 766 3103, (013) 766 3351, (013) 766 3087, (013) 766 3540, (013) 766 3018