Recruitment Officer x3

Job Title                                  : Recruitment Officer x3 

Peromnes Grade                    : P10 (R588 488.61 CTC per annum)

Nature of Vacancy                 : Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)

Location                                 : Pretoria; Head Office

Reporting Line                       : Manager Human Resources

Overall Job Purpose             :To render recruitment and general HR services to the CGS.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate and assist in the development of job profiles.
• Ensure that all new positions are graded before advertisement.
• Draft advertisements for positions.
• Ensure that all recruitment and procurement process are adhered to.
• Response handling for advertised positions.
• Facilitate and advise line managers on the shortlisting process.
• Ensure that shortlisting is aligned to CGS Employment Equity targets.
• Form the interview panel in consultation with the relevant line manager.
• Schedule interviews and prepare questions as well as interview packs.
• Chair or facilitate the interview process.
• Schedule relevant assessments for the recommended candidates.
• Conduct probity checks, such as reference checks, qualification verification, etc.
• Draft submission to appoint and offer of employment letter.
• Facilitate relocation of newly appointed employees.
• Coordinate induction of newly appointed employees.
• Writing relevant reports.
• Assist and advise with employee relations.

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Consulting skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Communication skills (Oral and Written).
• Negotiation skills.
• Customer orientation.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Report writing skills.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12; and
• National Diploma (NQF6) in Human Resources Management/Development or equivalent.
• Degree in Human Resource Management/Development (NQF7) will be an added advantage.
• Professional registration with SABPP will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s licence.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3-5 years’ recruitment experience.
• Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors or related ERP system.
• Sound interview skills.
• Experience working in recruitment agency will be added advantage.
• Experience and understanding of general administration.
• Experience in project management and budgeting.
• Fully computer literate with an advanced level of Ms Office.
• Confident and able to work on own initiative and with limited supervision.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with ability to prioritise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain management process.
• Understanding of LRA, BCEA, EEA and related legislation.

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.

All appointments are subject to positive vetting results.

The processing of your personal information by the Council for Geoscience will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013.

Applications submitted on CGS social media platforms will not be considered.

Closing Date: 18 September 2025