{"id":37654,"date":"2026-06-15T12:00:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T12:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/director-human-resource-utilisation-and-development-director-human-language-technologies-deputy-director-human-re\/"},"modified":"2026-06-15T12:01:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T12:01:31","slug":"director-human-resource-utilisation-and-development-director-human-language-technologies-deputy-director-human-re","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/director-human-resource-utilisation-and-development-director-human-language-technologies-deputy-director-human-re\/","title":{"rendered":"Director: Human Resource Utilisation and Development \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Director: Human Language Technologies \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Deputy Director: Human Resource Planning and Systems \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Construction Project Manager Grade A \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Terminology Coordination &#8211; Isindebele \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Translation and Editing &#8211; Isindebele \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Strategic Commitees (Eminent Persons Group (EPG) \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Geographical Names (Administration and Research) \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Administrative Officer: Maintenance, Health and Safety \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Translation and Editing &#8211; Sepedi \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Translation and Editing &#8211; Xitsonga \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Terminology Coordination &#8211; Siswati \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Assistant Director: Terminology Coordination: Afrikaans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>REQUIREMENTS : <\/p>\n<p>\tSenior Certificate\/Matric Certificate \/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent\u00a0qualification; An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Development \/ Public Management\/ Industrial Psychology or any relevant in qualification in Human Resource Management; Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for Public Sector Senior Management Leadership as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG); 5 years of experience at a Middle\/ Senior Managerial level in Human Resource utilisation and development or any training and development environment; A valid driver\u2019s license and willingness to travel;<\/p>\n<p>DUTIES :<\/p>\n<p>\tThe purpose of this post is to manage human resource utilisation and\u00a0development within the Department; Manage the human Resources Development Strategy-Develop and implement Departmental HRD strategies aligned to organizational objectives; Oversee regular skills audits and training needs analyses to identify competency gaps within the Department; Assess the impact of skills development on departmental performance and recommend improvements;<br \/>\n\tMonitor the implementation of talent and Skills Development in the Department; Manage the compilation of training and monitoring reports; Develop and review bursary guidelines for the Department; Facilitate bursary scheme in the department to build internal capacity; Manage the allocation and transfer of bursary funding for employees to academic institutions; Develop and Implement the Annual Training Plan; Promote a culture of continuous learning within the Department; Ensure alignment of training initiatives with the National Skills Development Strategy (NSDS) and other relevant frameworks;<br \/>\n\tManage relationships with training providers and relevant stakeholders (e.g., NSG, SETAs); Respond to audit queries; Manage the development and implementation of training and development programmes-Design and oversee implementation of learning and development programmes, including leadership development and scarce skills interventions; Manage coordination of Learnership and Internship Programmes within the Department; Introduce e-learning platforms and digital learning solutions; Provide support structures for learners and interns throughout their placement; Monitor and track the progress made by learnerships and internships programmes; Ensure compliance on all training and development programmes and evaluate the impact of training using data analytics; Coordinate and facilitate Induction programme for new and existing employees; Lead the development and implementation of AI-enabled HRD initiatives to enhance learning, skills development, performance, and workforce productivity.<br \/>\n\tDrive Departmental readiness for digital transformation and emerging technologies. Utilise HR analytics and AI-driven insights to support workforce planning, skills forecasting, and decision-making. Promote digital literacy, AI awareness, and future skills development across the Department. Manage the implementation of Performance Management Development System (PMDS) framework-Ensure implementation of PMDS framework aligned to organisational strategy; Ensure integration of performance management with organisational planning and service delivery objectives; Provide strategic leadership on performance management practices across the department; Oversee the implementation of PMDS across all levels; Monitor compliance with performance agreements, reviews, and assessments; Provide guidance and support to management on performance-related matters;<br \/>\n\tLead the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven performance management systems to enhance efficiency and objectivity; Monitor performance outcomes and provide strategic interventions where required; Drive the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies into performance management processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and decision-making. Utilise AI-powered analytics and dashboards to monitor organisational performance trends, identify risks, and support evidence-based management decisions. Manage compilation of report on poor performance; Manage the development and implementation of HR utilisation and development policies and strategies-Oversee the development, implementation and review of HRD and PMDS policies;<br \/>\n\tOversee the development and implementation of the Annual Training Plan strategy; Monitor questionnaire for HRD Strategic Framework in Public Service; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and public service frameworks; Provide strategic advice to senior management and employees on PMDS and HRD Policy matters; Translate research findings into practical policy recommendations; Manage the Directorate-Plan and coordinate the work of the Directorate; Manage the Directorate\u2019s budget and ensure effective and efficient utilisation of resources; Ensure compliance with legislative frameworks and audit requirements; Provide strategic reports HRD&amp;U performance including AI driven insights; Manage the risks in your environment and ensure sound governance practices.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC)","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC) is mandated to provide leadership to the sport, arts and culture sector to accelerate its transformation; oversee the development and management of sport, arts and culture in South Africa; legislate on sports participation, on sports infrastructure a... read morend on safety; improve South Africa\u2019s international ranking in selected sports through a partnership with the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee; preserve, develop, protect and promote the cultural, heritage, linguistic diversity and legacy of South Africa; lead nation-building and social cohesion through social transformation; enhance archives and records management structures and systems, and promote access to information.","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-37654","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-gauteng","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/37654","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=37654"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=37654"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=37654"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}