The Department of Education is hiring five Admin Officers for Human Resource Development in its Education District Offices. The posts are at Salary Level 7 and pay R338,106 – R398,277 per annum. You need an NQF 6 qualification, a minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant experience in a Human Resource Management environment, and a valid driver’s licence with willingness to travel. There is one post in each of five district offices, each with its own reference number, listed below.
Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Admin Officer: Human Resource Development |
| Department | Education |
| Directorate | Education District Office |
| Number of Posts | 5 |
| Salary Level | 7 |
| Remuneration | R338,106 – R398,277 per annum (Level 07) |
| Experience Required | Minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant experience in a Human Resource Management environment |
| Minimum Qualification | Appropriate 3-year undergraduate NQF 6 in Human Resource Management, Training, Public Management or Administration, as recognised by SAQA |
| Other Essential Requirements | Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel |
| Closing Date | [Insert closing date] |
| Enquiries | Mr N Matika, (040) 608 4200 |
Posts and Reference Numbers
| District Office | Reference Number |
|---|---|
| Alfred Nzo West | DOE05/10/2026 |
| Amathole East | DOE06/10/2026 |
| Joe Gqabi | DOE07/10/2026 |
| OR Tambo Coastal | DOE08/10/2026 |
| Sarah Baartman | DOE09/10/2026 |
Quote the reference number of the district office post you are applying for.
About the Role
The Admin Officer: Human Resource Development provides human resource and performance management administration services in a district office. You will administer human resource development and IQMS performance management, implement training and development programmes, process bursaries and keep the component’s records, registers and procurement running.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Human Resource & Performance Management
- Assist in providing human resource and performance management administration services
- Assist to provide human resource development administration services
- Assist in providing administration of IQMS performance management services
Training, Development & Bursaries
- Implement all training and development programmes in line with approved plans
- Process bursaries in line with the departmental policy
- Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from the manager
Records, Correspondence & Filing
- Record, organise, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and data (line function)
- Update registers and statistics
- Handle routine enquiries
- Make photocopies and receive or send facsimiles
- Distribute documents and packages to various stakeholders as required
- Keep and maintain the filing system for the component
- Type basic letters and other correspondence when required
- Keep and maintain the incoming and outgoing register of the component
Procurement, Stock & Assets
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in relation to the procurement of goods and services
- Obtain quotations and complete procurement forms for the purchase of standard office items
- Do stock control of office stationery
- Keep and maintain the asset register of the component (district offices)
Personnel Records, Travel & Expenditure
- Maintain a leave register for the component
- Keep and maintain personnel records in the component
- Keep and maintain the attendance register of the component
- Arrange travelling and accommodation
- Capture and update expenditure in the component
- Check the correctness of subsistence and travel claims of officials and submit them to the manager for approval
Supervision & Staff Development
- Allocate work and ensure the quality of work
- Personnel development
- Assess staff performance
- Apply discipline
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year undergraduate NQF 6 in Human Resource Management, Training, Public Management or Administration, as recognised by SAQA
- A minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant experience in a Human Resource Management environment
- A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel (essential)
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of clerical duties and practices, and the ability to capture data, operate a computer and collect statistics
- A good knowledge and understanding of the legal framework governing Human Resources
Skills and Attributes
- Planning and organisation
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Honesty and integrity
- Professionalism
- Self-driven
- Teamwork
Added Advantage
- Knowledge of the education sector
Who the Department Is Looking For
The department wants an experienced HR administrator who is organised, honest and self-driven, and who is happy to travel between schools and offices. The role suits candidates with a human resource, training or public administration qualification who can manage records, support performance management and develop staff with limited supervision.
Career Growth Path
An HR admin officer post is a strong step in a public service HR career. With experience, you can progress along this path:
Admin Officer: HRD → Senior Administrative Officer → HR Practitioner → Assistant Director: HRD → Deputy Director: HRD → Director: HRD
Experience with performance management, bursaries and training administration is valuable across government, education and corporate HR roles.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many posts are available? There are 5 posts, one in each of the following district offices: Alfred Nzo West, Amathole East, Joe Gqabi, OR Tambo Coastal and Sarah Baartman.
What is the salary? The salary is R338,106 – R398,277 per annum (Level 07).
What experience do I need? You need a minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant experience in a Human Resource Management environment.
What qualification do I need? You need an appropriate 3-year undergraduate NQF 6 in Human Resource Management, Training, Public Management or Administration, as recognised by SAQA.
Do I need a driver’s licence? Yes. A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel are essential.
Is knowledge of the education sector required? No, it is an added advantage.
Which reference number do I use? Use the reference number for the district office post you are applying for: DOE05/10/2026 (Alfred Nzo West), DOE06/10/2026 (Amathole East), DOE07/10/2026 (Joe Gqabi), DOE08/10/2026 (OR Tambo Coastal) or DOE09/10/2026 (Sarah Baartman).
Who do I contact with enquiries? Contact Mr N Matika on (040) 608 4200. For e-recruitment enquiries, email erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za.
How to Apply
- Choose the district office post you are applying for and note its reference number.
- Complete a Z83 form in full.
- Attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
- Submit your application through the Department of Education’s e-recruitment system before the closing date.
Application link: Apply on the e-Recruitment system
Enquiries: Mr N Matika, (040) 608 4200. For e-recruitment enquiries, email erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za.
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