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 : 24 November 2025

NOTE : All short-listed candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends
to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be
communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical
exercise for SMS posts, the selection panel will recommend candidates to
attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the
DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments).
The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies
using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment batteries.
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 41/81 : HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER REF NO: NDOH 85/2025

Sub-Directorate: Human Resources Planning and Policy
SALARY : R325 101 per annum, (plus competitive benefits)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 certificate and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource
Management. At least two (2) years experience in human resource
management field. Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, and
application of human resources as well as understanding of legislative
framework governing the public service. Knowledge of PERSAL. Good
communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, problem solving, numeracy,
literacy, analytical, client oriented, presentation, planning, organizing and
computer skills (MS Office package). A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES : To fast track the filling of vacancies through overseeing the administration and
implementation of the recruitment and selection process and being pro-active
during the process. Fast track the checking and amending of draft adverts.
Shortlisting of posts and ensuring that candidates meet requirement and
comply with fair labour practice. Arrange interview date. Accurately and
timeously draft submission. Provide advice and maintain and update vacancy
data and statistics. Maintain and update statistics and information for the status
of all posts allocated. Assist in the development, review and monitoring the HR
Plan, policies. guidelines as well as conduct information session/presentation.
Compile well drafted presentation and present information session.
Management of risk. Complete control form for every posts when submitting
the submission file to the appointment section at HRA to process it further.
Prepare interview packages for all panel members consisting of the interview
programme, copy of the advert, score sheet, confirmation of attendance form,
comprehensive application documents of the candidates.

ENQUIRIES : Ms T Moepi Tel No: (012) 395 8614

POST 41/80 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE PLANNING AND POLICY REF NO: NDOH 84/2025

Sub-Directorate: Human Resources Planning and Policy
SALARY : R468 459 per annum, (plus competitive benefits)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 certificate and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource
Management. At least three (3) years’ experience at supervisory level (salary
level 8) in the recruitment and selection environment or human resource
management field. Proven experience in recruitment, selection and
appointment practices as well as proven experience in policy development or
review and approval process. In-depth knowledge and demonstrated
understanding of all relevant human resource management legislation,
directives, resolutions, policies, practices and procedures. Knowledge and
demonstrated understanding of the legislative framework governing
information management within human resources functions i.e. recruitment,
selection, appointment and planning. Knowledge and demonstrated
understanding of working with Human Resources Management Information
System data. Knowledge of Human Resources Planning Principles and
Guidelines. Broad knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury
regulation and Supply Chain Management legislative framework. Good
communication (verbal and written), leadership, analytical, numeracy, problem
solving, conflict management, interpersonal, presentation, change
management, research, planning, organizing and computer skills (MS Office
package). A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES : To fast track the filling of vacancies through overseeing the recruitment
(advertising) processes. Check and quality assure relevant documentation
required to advertise vacancies. Ensure quality assurance and approval of the
post advertisement by all relevant stakeholders before submission to DPSA
and/or publishing agencies. Render advisory and HR secretariat services to
line management during shortlisting processes. Oversee pre-screening of all
applications received for all posts. Ensure communication with line
management regarding shortlisting. Render advisory and HR secretariat
service to line management during interview processes. Oversee the coordination of interview sessions with all relevant stakeholders. Ensure all post
interview processes i.e. PSCs are conducted. Maintain and update recruitment
and selection database, indicative of the status of funded and approved
vacancies. Provide advice on vacancy status and statistics. Assist in the
development, review and monitoring of the HR Plan, policies and guidelines as
well as the communication thereof. Assist in the development of the HR Plan
and HR Implementation report. Identify policies to be developed/amended or
aligned with environmental development. Supervision of employees. Check
and quality assure work done by employees and ensure compliance with the
legislative framework.

ENQUIRIES : Ms T Moepi Tel No: (012) 395 8614

We wish you all the best with your applications