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SOUTH AFRICAN NURSING COUNCIL (SANC)
 


​EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT MEMBER OF HRRC COMMITTEE (HR GENERALIST)
  • Pretoria
  • Fixed Term, Freelance, Permanent
  • Part time
 
INTRODUCTION
The South African Nursing Council (SANC) is the body entrusted to set and maintain standards of nursing education, training and practice in the Republic of South Africa. It is an autonomous, financially independent, statutory body, initially established by the Nursing Act, 1944 (Act No. 45 of 1944), and currently operating under the Nursing Act, 2005 (Act No. 33 of 2005).
The SANC currently has the following vacancy, and candidates that meet the requirements as provided are invited to apply:
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
  • Perform all functions as per the HRRC Terms of Reference, including but not limited to: Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment and Selection; Learning and Development; Performance Management and Moderation; Employee Relations; Rewards and Recognition; Employee Wellness;
    Organisation Development; Job Evaluation Policy development and Review.​
  • Considers and recommends policies to the governance committee of the Board / Council for approval.
  • Oversees internal and external audit of the Human Resources function to ensure accurate and reliable reporting that comply to the laws, regulations and best practices.
  • Research and advise on human resource best practices.  
  • Provide support for efficient functioning of the HRRC. 
  • Commits to fully attending the full length Committee meetings both physically and where applicable virtually.
  • Provide advice and guidance on best practice in job grading and evaluation.
  • Provide expert advice on talent management, succession planning, HR strategy and Employee Value Proposition in line with HR best practices.
  • Experience in serving as a member to the governance committee of the Board / Council.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND ADDED ADVANTAGE REQUIREMENTS
(NOTE:  YOUR CURRICULUM VITAE, AND WHERE REQUIRED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS, NEED TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BELOW REQUIREMENTS): 
  • Grade 12.
  • Three-year bachelor’s degree in human resources/labour law/business management  or equivalent qualification.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Human Resource Management (HR Value Chain) in a corporate organisation, public sector, or state-owned Entities/ organ of state.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Senior or Executive Management in Human Resource Management (HR Value Chain) in a corporate organisation, public sector, or state-owned Entities/ organ of state.
  • Active professional membership with South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) as a Chartered Human Resource Professional or Master Human Resource Professional or Institute of People Management (IPM) as an IPM Senior Professional or IPM Executive Professional or IPM Fellow.
  • Experience in providing support to the governance committee of the Board / Council.
  • Post graduate qualification or equivalent.
 
ADDED ADVANTAGE REQUIREMENTS
  • More than 10 years’ experience in Human Resource Management (HR Value Chain) in a corporate organisation, public sector, or state-owned Entities/ organ of state.
  • More than 5 years’ experience in Senior or Executive Management in Human Resource Management (HR Value Chain) in a corporate organisation, public sector, or state-owned Entities/ organ of state.
  • Experience in serving as a member a Human Resources and Remuneration Committee/ Board / Council.
 
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
  • King IV report and other corporate governance legislation.
  • Familiar with the Nursing Act 33 of 2005.
  • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages.
  • Remuneration benchmark / surveys / market data and Pay scale design and implementation.
  • Incentives.
  • Employee engagement initiatives.
  • King IV Code on Corporate governance.
  • Job analysis / job evaluation / based pay management / variable pay / international total remuneration.
  • Integrated Remuneration report.
  • Human Resource and Remuneration trends.
  • Human Resources standards and Value Chain
  • Human Resources Audit.
  • Provident fund and related matters.
  • Change management.
  • Risk management.
  • Transformation.
  • Remuneration strategy, policies, and practices.
  • Total rewards strategy.
  • Innovative Compensation and benefits strategies.
  • Code of good practice in Human Resource management.
  • Employee value proposition (EVP).
  • Human Resources strategy / Talent Management strategy.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
  • Performance management and Development System (PMDS)
  • Policy and Procedure development.
  • Organisational design and development.
  • Talent management and Succession planning.
  • Learning and development.
  • Leadership development and competency framework.
  • Human Resources metrics / dashboard.
  • Human Resources governance and compliance.
  • Performance evaluation of the council and committees.
  • Application of SA Labour Legislation.
 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
  • Objectivity, good reputation, commitment.
  • Interpersonal and Communication skills.
  • Integrity and sound judgement.
  • Emotional intelligence.
  • Analytical mind and problem-solving skills.
  • Conflict management and resolution skills.
  • High level decision making and strategic oversight.
  • Appreciation of a broad economic and financial trends.
  • Proficiency in English (verbal and written).
  • An analytical and innovative thinker with attention to numerical detail.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  • Good planning, organisational, negotiation, decision-making and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, maintain confidentiality with adherence to deadlines
 
REMUNERATION
MEETING ALLOWANCE PER MEETING (IN LINE WITH TREASURY REGULATIONS)





​INTERESTED?
  • All interested applicants must access the PNET website, where they can register or update their profiles and apply for the position by following the instructions outlined in the advertisement.
  • No manual/email applications will be accepted.
  • Incomplete applications and those which do not meet the above requirements will not be considered.
 
THE APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION:
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae, taking cognisance of the minimum requirements of the advertised position.
 
The following documents must be sent only if you are invited as part of the shortlisting process – please ensure our HR Department receives it at least five workdays before the interview:
  • Copies of Identity Document
  • Grade 12 Certificate
  • The highest required qualification/s
  • Professional affiliation certificate where necessary.
 
NOTE: 
  • The SANC may request academic records for general qualifications/certificates that do not specify the major courses to determine the major course of the qualification.
  • It is compulsory for successful candidates to belong to a medical aid scheme if they do not belong to their spouses’ medical aid.
  • All foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate. The SANC will conduct background checks (e.g. employment verification and reference checks as indicated on the CV, as well as in respect of criminal record, citizenship, financial records, qualifications, and professional registration, if applicable).
  • First preference will be given to South African citizens.
  • The successful candidate will be appointed on a 12-month probation basis and will be permanently employed if all of the performance requirements are met during probation.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only; therefore, if you have not been contacted within four (4) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.
  • The SANC is committed to employment equity and therefore people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 
ENQUIRIES:
Enquiries may be directed to Mr. Phuti Mahanyele at Tel. no (012) 420 1068.
The South African Nursing Council reserves the right not to make any appointment.
 
Closing date: 31 OCTOBER 2025
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE