SECRETARY – 26 October 2026

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

It is the Department’s intension to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filing of this
post with a candidate whose transfer /promotion / appointment will promote representivity in line with the
numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan.

APPLICATIONS : The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X399,
Pretoria, 0001. Hand delivered application may be submitted at Reception
(Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria
Townlands 351-JR or should be forwarded to recruitment@health.gov.za
quoting the reference number on the subject e-mail.

FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Shitiba
CLOSING DATE : 09 November 2026

NOTE : All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an
integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. All
shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise
and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of
three (3) candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess
cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and
integrity. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial
competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment
batteries. Assessment for core competencies outlined in the SMS Handbook
shall be conducted within one month of the appointment of candidate.
Applications should be submitted on the new Z83 form obtainable from any
Public Service department and should be accompanied by a CV only (previous
experience must be comprehensively detailed). The Z83 must be fully
completed (in line with DPSA Practice note), failure to comply will automatically
disqualify the applicant. Applicants are not required to submit copies of
qualification and other relevant documents on application. Certified copies of
qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested prior to the final
selection phase. Applications should be on one PDF format (If emailed).
Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with
the requirements will not be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to
have foreign qualifications and national certificates (where applicable)
evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Please note by
responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and
storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of
Personal Information Act (POPIA) Your information will be used solely for the
purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior
consent unless required by law. The Department reserves the right not to fill
the posts. The successful candidate will be subjected to personnel suitability
checks and other vetting procedures. Applicants are respectfully informed that
correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If notification of
an interview is not received within three (3) months after the closing date,
candidates may regard their application as unsuccessful. The Department will
not be liable where applicants use incorrect/no reference number(s) on their
applications.

POST 38/154 : SECRETARY REF NO: NDOH 87/2026

Directorate: Hospital Facilities Planning
SALARY : R237 453 per annum, (plus competitive benefits)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 (NQF 4) with typing as a subject or related training course /
qualification that will enable the person to perform the work satisfactorily.
Knowledge and experience in general office and provisioning administration.
Knowledge and experience in Microsoft office and knowledge of departmental
procedures regarding finances and budgeting. Good telephone etiquette,
computer literacy, organisational and planning, high level of reliability and good
communication (written and verbal) skills. Ability to act with tact and discretion.

DUTIES : Provides a secretarial/ receptionist support service manager: Receives and
screen telephones calls, receive visitors and refer enquiries to the appropriate
officials. Manages the Manager’s diary, appointments, meetings and
arrangements, including coordinating venues and virtual meetings. Arrange
and coordinate meetings, workshops, stakeholder engagements, including
agendas, meeting packs, minutes and action registers where required.
Receive, records, distribute and track correspondence, submissions,
memoranda and other official documents. Provides a clerical support in the
preparation, formatting, filing, copying and distribution of letters, reports,
submissions and presentations. Maintains effective electronic and physical
filing systems, registers and records, ensuring that information is secure,
confidential and readily accessible. Liaise with travel agencies and relevant
officials to arrange official travel and accommodation and verifies travel
documentation and arrangements. Assist with travel claims, office resource
and other administrative and logistical arrangements as required. Coordinates
communication and follows up on outstanding matters, information,
documentation and actions on behalf of the Manager. Provides administrative
support to the Directorate in dealing with internal and external stakeholders,
including provincial departments and other government institutions. Remains
up to update with and applies relevant Public Service and departmental
legislation, prescripts, policies, procedures and guidelines applicable to the
work environment.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Exley Louters Tel No: (012) 395 9629

We wish you all the best with your applications