ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION

Department of Health

Chief Directorate: Human Resources for Health

Reference number: NDOH 64/2026
Salary: R487 197 per annum, (plus competitive benefits)
Centre: Pretoria
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 11 August 2026
Circular: No 26 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12 (NQF 4) certificate and NQF 6 qualification in Management / Office Administration / Office Management/ Public Management / Public Administration / Business Management or Business Administration as recognized by SAQA. At least three (3) years’ experience in office administration and financial management at supervisory level. Knowledge of the Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act. Sound understanding of financial policies as guided by Treasury Regulations. Good communication (verbal and written), planning, organizing, interpersonal, problem solving and decision making, liaison and coordination, analytical, project management and computer skills (MS Office package). Ability to work independently and under pressure. Ability to co-ordinate with other units of the Department. A valid driver’s license.

Duties

Provide administrative support to the Chief Directorate. Plan, organise and control administrative activities pertaining to the Chief Directorate. Manage the flow of documents within the Chief Directorate. Ensure efficient flow of information between the Chief Directorate and the entire department. Administer the finances of the Chief Directorate. Co-ordinate procurement activities and assist with MTEF submissions. Provide secretariat support to the Chief Directorate and National Human Resource Committee (NHRC). Ensure proper co-ordination of meetings and ensure timeous submission of minutes and agenda. Management of human and physical resources. Ensure proper control of leave records, asset register, procurement of assets/equipment etc.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Ms. A Malahlela Tel No: (012) 395 8755

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 26 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 24 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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