Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Employment Relations vacancy at Department of Employment and Labour. Location: Eastern Cape.
| Job Title | Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Employment Relations |
| Employer | Department of Employment and Labour |
| Reference Number | HR 4/4/1/85 |
| Circular Post No. | 35/10 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Location | Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 7 October 2026 at 00:27 |
| Closing Date | 16 October 2026 at 16:00 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R487 197 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Diploma / Associate degree |
| Experience Required | 2 years |
About this Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Employment Relations position
Introduction
The Department of Employment and Labour has advertised a vacancy for an Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Employment Relations in Eastern Cape, in Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026. The salary is R487 197 per year. Applications close on 16 October 2026 at 16:00.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and monitor the implementation of human resources management policies in the Province.
- Monitor and provide advice on the implementation of Employment Relations policies and prescripts.
- Coordinate and manage the implementation of programmes of Employment Equity.
- Monitor the administration of service benefits.
- Manage staff and all the resources of the Sub- Directorate.
Required Qualifications
- Three-year relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management.
- Two (2) years supervisory experience.
- Two (2) years functional experience doing Human Resources and Employment Relations Services.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge: Public Service transformation and management issues, White paper transformation of Public Service, Ability to convert policy into action, Human Resources Systems and Procedures, Public Service Act and Resolutions, Recruitment and Selection, Departmental Policies and Procedures, Batho Pele Principles, Minimum Information Security Standards Skills: Administration and financial management, Project management, Interpersonal, Communication (verbal and written), Computer literacy, Analytical, Problem solving, Conflict management, People management.
How to Apply
Submit a completed, signed new Z83 form and a detailed CV quoting reference number HR 4/4/1/85. The Z83 can be obtained from any Public Service department or from https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/
Applications: Chief Director: Provincial Operations, Private Bag 9005, East London or hand deliver at No. 03 Hill Street East London. Email: Jobs -EC2@labour.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr S Joko Tel No: (043) 701 3030
Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)
Note: Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males, White Females and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Source: Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026 (issued 02 October 2026), Post 35/10. Always confirm the details against the official advert.