PSYCHOMETRIST (N000628)

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Potchefstroom

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) DIVISION: PEOPLE AND CULTURE DEPARTMENT: CLIENT SERVICES POSITION NUMBER: N000628 VACANCY: PSYCHOMETRIST PEROMNES GRADE: P9 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To assist with the execution of Psychometric Assessment Administration and Coordination and the Office Bearer Appointment processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Administration and Coordination of Psychometric Assessments
• Provide guidance in the administration of Psychometric Assessments for designated members.
• Coordinate and communicate appointment times and venues for the testing of individuals or groups
• Maintain Psychometric Database and records of testing supplies, and assessment instruments.
• Prepare Psychometric material for Feedback to Interview Panel/Management
• Validate invoices from service providers, liaise with relevant departments to ensure payment
• Maintain security of assessment reports
• Provide psychometric assessment feedback to line managers, selection panels and candidates
• Assisting Employee Wellness with assessments and feedback as required
• Recruitment & Selection Office Bearer positions
• Assist Manager: Recruitment & Selection with the recruitment processes of office bearers scheduling of meetings, inviting candidates, etc.
• Drafting and placement of advertisements on Pnet and LinkedIn
• Assist with headhunting processes (for all level of positions including scarce and critical skilled positions)
• Reporting

Assist the Manager: Recruitment & Selection with:

• Completion of senate reports
• Updating of the senior appointment report
• Ad-hoc
• Assist with ad-hoc tasks and projects as requested (Employee Wellness projects, TM &OD Projects, etc)

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelors degree (NQF level 7) in Human Resources or related fields (i.e Industrial Psychology).
• An honours degree (NQF level 8) in Human Resources or related fields (i.e. Industrial Psychology).
• A minimum of three (3) years experience working in the administration and coordination of psychometric assessments
• A minimum of three (3) years experience working with recruitment & selection processes.

Added Advantages & Preferences

• Registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Psychometrist/Psychologist.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of applicable HR practices policies, processes, SOPs, templates and management systems.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation (BCEA, LRA, EE, SDA, SDLA).
• To administer the applicable HR practice(s) policy, process, SOPs, templates and management system(s).
• Keep records, maintain data base, do filing and prepare data for reporting.
• Deal with HR policy process and related queries in a courteous and competent manner.

Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work accurately, with attention to detail.
• Ability to be part of a working team.
• Time management skills.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy

guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGADING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Lionel Eksteen on 018 285 2104

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Mpho Langa on 018 299 2170

CLOSING DATE: 20 January 2025

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications may only be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.