Assistant Director: Performance Management and Development System

About

The Directorate: Organisational Development seeks an Assistant Director to manage and administer performance agreements, reviews, assessments and the PMDS online system. Applicants need a Senior Certificate plus an appropriate NQF level 6 National Diploma, Advanced Certificate or equivalent, and 3–4 years' experience as a Senior Human Resource Practitioner (PMDS). Job grade: Level 09. Salary: R487 197 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package). Reference: ADPMDS/PRES/2026. Duty station: Pretoria.

How to apply

Submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 Form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae to The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria, 0001; hand deliver at Government Avenue, Union Buildings, Pretoria; or email applications@presidency.gov.za. Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: ADPMDS/PRES/2026 (with no spaces).

Responsibilities

• Management and administration of Performance Agreements, Mid-term review and Performance Assessments.
• Proper administration of the moderations process.
• Policy and process development maintenance and communication.
• Provide support on the implementation of the online performance management system.
• Coordinate the implementation of performance management outcomes.
• Develop Annual Operational Plans (AOP).
• Analyse the performance management trends and reports.
• Write and quality assurance submissions.
• Manage the PMDS online system.
• Handle grievances, disagreements, and disputes related to performance management.
• Conduct and coordinate PMDS workshops and Training.
• Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Contracting, Review and Assessments of all subordinates.
• Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential, provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
• Assist in the development of the Department MTEF Human Resource Planning and Implementation Report.
• Management of probation.

Qualifications

• A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma /or Advanced Certificate OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6.
• A minimum of 3-4 years experience as Senior Human Resource Practitioner (PMDS).
• Process competencies.
• Communication, both oral and writing.
• Client orientation and customer focus.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Service delivery innovation.
• Willing to work extended hours, when necessary.
• Knowledge Management.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• Strategic capability leadership.
• Program and project management.
• People management and empowerment Change Management.
• Public Service Regulatory Framework.
• Policy formulation process within Government.