Assistant Human Resource Practitioner x 2 (Groen Sebenza)

Biodiversity Education & Public Engagement Directorate

• Pretoria National Botanical Garden Reference Number: GSII/BEPE/001/2023

• Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden Reference Number: GSII/BEPE/002/2023

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to  assist with the provisioning of Human Resource administrative support services for Recruitment, Selection, Appointments, Service Benefits and Performance Management to the SANBI staff and management and ensure compliance with relevant Human Resource legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks.

This position requires a Grade 12, Job Specific Qualification or equivalent qualification at NQF 4, with 5 years of work experience in the relevant field or a National Diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 3 years of work experience in the relevant field. Higher Education Qualification in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 7 will be an added advantage.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: in-depth knowledge and experience of personnel salary system (PERSAL); registration with South African Board for Personnel Practices will be advantageous; willingness to work extended hours; sound knowledge for providing inputs into Human Resource Management strategy; extensive knowledge and experience about legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks pertaining to human resources management; comprehensive experience and understanding of governance, compliance, risk, and legal matters related to human resources management; excellent project and event management skills; knowledge about financial, budgeting, and procurement management practices, policies, procedures, rules and regulations; extensive knowledge and experience of targeted selection interview method; excellent job analysis, profiling and evaluation training; advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Internet & Outlook). The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel nationally.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Assist to champion human resources administration and coordination;
• Assist to coordinate and administer recruitment, selection and appointment of staff;
• To assist to champion management and coordination of leave and service conditions;
• To assist in administration of termination of service: and
• To assist in administration of performance management activities.

Application procedure:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorized verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Ms Lehlohonolo Mbele on Tel: +27 (012) 843 00 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za

Postal applications are to be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human ResourcesSouth African National Biodiversity InstitutePrivate Bag X7Claremont7735

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates must consider their applications unsuccessful.