CHIEF DIRECTOR: PEOPLE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES at DPSA Circular 20 of 2026
| Job Title | CHIEF DIRECTOR: PEOPLE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES |
| Company | DPSA Government |
| Job Reference | CD/PMP/05/2026 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Location | Pretoria, ZA |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-14T21:46 |
| Closing Date | 2026-06-29T23:45 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 236147 - 1554696 per year |
CHIEF DIRECTOR: PEOPLE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES - Job Description
Introduction
All applications of CHIEF DIRECTOR: PEOPLE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES at DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical competency exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant. The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, reference checks and employment verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not 56 being considered during the selection process. All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by policies. All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide requested information will render your application null and void. The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process.
About the Company
The Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC) is an equal opportunity representative employer.
Therefore, the OPSC is intentional in promoting representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public
Service through filling these positions in line with the approved Employment Equity Plan. All candidates
whose appointment/transfer/promotion will promote representativeness are encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to Coloureds, Indians, Whites and persons with disabilities. An indication of
representativeness profile by applicants will expedite the processing of applications.
Responsibilities
Ensure the provision of efficient Human Resource Management, Human
Resource Development, Organisational Development and Transformation
services to the clients of the organisation. Ensure the provision of a safe,
secure and conducive work environment. Ensure the provision of internal and
external communication services. Lead and direct the utilization of the
resources allocated to the Chief Directorate.
Required Qualifications
Ideal candidate’s profile: The successful candidate must have an appropriate
recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Public Management / Public
Administration / Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology. A
Nyukela certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS)
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obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) should be submitted
prior to appointment. 5 years’ experience at the senior managerial level in
Human Resource Management or Corporate Services. Thorough
understanding and knowledge of the legislative framework governing human
resources. Skills: Planning and organizing. Strategic capability and leadership.
Communication. Honesty and integrity. Problem solving and analysis. Team
leadership. Client orientation and customer focus. Knowledge management.
Financial management. Programme & project management. Change
management. Organizational development. Service delivery innovation.
People management and empowerment. Microsoft Office Suite. A Valid driver’s
license (with exception of disabled applicants).
How to Apply
You can apply on www.psc.gov.za under “vacancies” or forward your
application stating the relevant reference number to: The Director-General,
Office of the Public Service Commission, Private Bag X121, Pretoria, 0001 or
hand-deliver at Commission House, Office Park Block B, 536 Francis Baard
Street, Arcadia, Pretoria