Employment and Labour Senior Practitioner: Human Resources Management Vacancy 2026 | Stipend: R413 001 per annum

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is looking for two experienced Senior Practitioners in Human Resources Management for a three-year contract period. These vital positions are based in their provincial offices, with one role located in Mmabatho and another in Bloemfontein.

This opportunity offers a substantial annual stipend of R413 001, complemented by an additional 37% in lieu of benefits. Successful candidates will play a key role in managing various human resources processes and policies within a government environment.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 in Human Resource Management or Public Management, as recognised by SAQA.
• Two years of functional experience within a human resource management environment.
• Knowledge of: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Regulations (PSR), Public Service Act (PSA), Labour Relations Act (LRA), Employment Equity Act (EEA), PSCBC and CCMA Procedures, Batho Pele Principles.
• Skills in: Negotiation, People Management, Problem Solving, Presentation, Planning and Organising, Communication, Computer Literacy, Report Writing.
• A valid Driver's License will be considered an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the recruitment and selection processes.
• Facilitate the processing and approval of service benefits.
• Provide oversight and monitor the termination of service processes at the provincial level.
• Monitor the establishment and implementation of HR policies.
• Supervise human, financial, equipment, and asset resources within the Division.

How to Apply

Applications close on 31 July 2026.

For the Mmabatho (North West) post (Reference No: HR4/4/07/02):

• Email your application to: Jobs-SPHRM-NW@labour.gov.za
• Post your application to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X2040, Mmabatho, 2735
• Hand deliver your application to: Provident House, University Drive, Mmabatho

For the Bloemfontein (Free State) post (Reference No: HR 4/4/8/1007):

• Email your application to: jobs-fs4@labour.gov.za
• Post your application to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X522, Bloemfontein, 9300
• Hand deliver your application to: Laboria House, 43 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein.