Employment and Labour: Assistant Director: HR Planning and Employment Equity Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Compensation Fund, operating under the Department of Employment and Labour, is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team as an Assistant Director for HR Planning and Employment Equity in Pretoria. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient human resource operations and ensuring compliance with employment equity standards within the Fund.

This position offers the opportunity to play a vital part in coordinating HR operations, audits, and data management. It's an excellent chance for an experienced HR professional to contribute to the strategic human resource functions of a key government institution, managing essential planning and equity initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Education: An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in Human Resource Management or Personnel Management, as recognised by SAQA.
• Certificates: A PERSAL certificate in Establishment.
• Experience:
• A minimum of 4 years functional experience in Human Resource Administration, specifically in Employment Equity, Management of Establishment, and HR Planning.
• At least 2 years of this experience must have been at a supervisory level.
• Knowledge:
• Human Resource Management Methodology, Principles and Strategies.
• Digital Acumen and relevant HRM systems, learning systems, and performance systems.
• DEL and Compensation Fund business strategies and goals, including COIDA and DPSA Directives.
• Customer Service Principles (Batho Pele Principles).
• Technical HR knowledge, Budgeting and Financial Management.
• Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework.
• Promotion of Access to Information Act, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS).
• Public Service Act and Public Service Regulation.
• Skills: Coaching and Mentoring, Conflict Management, Critical and Innovation Thinking, Inspiring Commitment, People Management, Performance and Oversight, Programme/Project Management, Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Stakeholder Development & Relations, Vision & Strategy.
• Preference: Priority will be given to Persons with disability, Indians, and Whites.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Director will be responsible for:

• Coordinating and managing Human Resource Operations Planning and Controls.
• Coordinating Human Resource Audits and performing Human Resource reconciliation.
• Coordinating and facilitating the collection of data for Employment Equity (EE).
• Coordinating and maintaining the PERSAL establishment within the Fund.
• Managing HR Records.
• Managing resources within the Sub-directorate.

What the Work Involves

Working in Pretoria at the Compensation Fund, this role involves a significant focus on the strategic and operational aspects of human resources. You will primarily be involved in coordinating various HR functions, from planning and auditing to ensuring the accurate management of employee data and records.

The work environment will involve regular engagement with HR systems like PERSAL, contributing to the upkeep of the Fund’s establishment data, and facilitating the collection of critical information for employment equity reporting. As a manager, you will also oversee resources within your sub-directorate, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively in an office-based setting.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please direct your application to the following email address:

• Email: Jobs-CF8@labour.gov.za
• Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Planning Practices and Administration

The closing date for applications is 18 September 2026.