SENIOR EMPLOYEE AND HEALTH AND WELLNESS MANAGEMENTOFFICER

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

The Department is an equal opportunity organisation and intends to promote equity through the filling of
these posts. Candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote the achievement of
employment equity within the Department will receive preference, in particular, the persons with
disabilities and youth.

APPLICATIONS : Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the
link quoted in the specific advertisement below. This link requires applicants to
use a Google account. Applications must be submitted with two (2)
attachments: 1. A Z83 Form (2021 version), obtainable from the DPSA website
(Z83 editable) and 2. A recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. If
either of these two attachments are not submitted, the applicant’s application
will be disqualified. Each post advert must be accompanied by its own
application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialed and
signed by the applicant.

CLOSING DATE : 29 June 2026

NOTE : Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only
shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of
qualifications obtained and other related documents on or before the day of the
interview, following communication from Human Resources and will be
subjected to verification by the South African Qualifications Authority.
Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must also provide an
evaluation certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority
(SAQA), at own expense. Failure to submit the requested documents will result
in the application not being considered further. Due to the anticipated large
volume of responses, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates
only. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on
the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity
(ethical conduct) assessment. After the pre-entry assessments, an oral
interview will be conducted. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel
suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks,
qualification verification and employment verification). By responding to the
advertisement, applicants consent to the collection, processing and storing of
their Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal
Information Act (POPIA) Act No. 4 of 2013. Candidates will therefore be
required to give consent in terms of the POPI Act in order for the Department
to conduct the verifications. Information will be used for the purpose of
recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy
you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior
consent, unless required by law. All applicants must declare any conflict or
perceived conflict of interest and must disclose membership on Boards and
directorships associated with. If you have not been contacted within six (6)
months of the closing date, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. The CVs submitted will be destroyed as legislated in the National
Archives Act. In the event that your application is unsuccessful, the Department
will retain your personal information only for audit purposes as required by
policies. All the information requested now or during the process is required for
recruitment purposes. Failure to provide the requested information will result in
your application not being considered further. The Department reserves the
right not to make an appointment to the advertised post(s). The successful
candidate must disclose particulars of all registrable financial interests and sign
an employment contract within one month from the date of assumption of duty.
A Performance Agreement must be concluded and signed within three months
from the date of assumption of duty. Note for applicants of SMS posts:
Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry
Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as
an online course on https://thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/, prior to the finalization of the appointment, is a requirement for all
SMS positions. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection
panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency
assessment, using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

POST 20/07 : SENIOR EMPLOYEE AND HEALTH AND WELLNESS MANAGEMENT OFFICER REF NO: SEHWMO

Nature of Appointment: Permanent
The purpose of the post is to coordinate and provide employee health and
wellness services, including the provision of counselling services to
employees.

SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits

CENTRE : Pretoria, Hatfield

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 6 / 7 qualification in Social Work / Psychology or a
relevant equivalent qualification as recognised by the South African
Qualifications Authority. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in delivering
Health and Wellness Services. Registration with relevant professional bodies
such as the Health Professions Council of South Africa / South African Council
for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). Skills / Competencies and
Knowledge: Good Computer Skills (MS Package i.e. word, excel, powerpoint,
internet and email), Listening, Planning and Organization, Good Verbal and
Written Communication, Records Management, Interpersonal Relations,
Flexibility. Technical Competencies: Employee Assistance, Health and
Wellness Strategic Framework, Counselling, Public Service, Behavioural
Management, Crisis and Trauma Management, Report Writing.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will evaluate and implement interventions for
employees that aim to improve mental health and well-being, build on existing
strengths, and increase levels of resilience. Support processes and facilitate
the implementation of an effective and efficient Employee Health and Wellness
(EHW), HIV/AIDS, STI and TB Management Programmes. Assist in planning,
coordinating and facilitating the implementation of EHW framework as per the
Public Service Strategic Framework. Identify, report and provide information on
Employee Health and Wellness (EHW), HIV/AIDS, STI and TB Management
Programmes. Liaise with relevant organisations, professional service providers
and relevant stakeholders on issues relating to Employee Health and Wellness,
HIV/AIDS, STI and TB Management. Promote and keep accurate records of
individual engagement, evidence of change and recognise progress of
employees enrolled with the service provider. Render psycho-social
interventions, including providing one-on-one counselling, coaching and
support services for employees dealing with work-related issues. Ensure
compliance with statutory requirements in line with the DPSA EHWM and due
dates. Conduct needs assessments and surveys to gauge organizational
health and recommend interventions. Contributing to key result areas such as
driving change and operational excellence and ensuring compliance with the
relevant public service prescripts.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Sekele Tel No: (012) 427 8599, Ms N Khosa Tel No: (012) 427 8260, Mr
M Cilo at 068 227 5029

APPLICATIONS : application link: CLICK HERE

We wish you all the best with your applications