POST 06/14 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION – CCOD REF NO: NDOH 13/2026
Directorate: CCOD
SALARY : R468 459 per annum, plus competitive benefits
CENTRE : Johannesburg

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 certificate and NQF 6 qualification in Office Administration / Office Management / Business Management/Administration and or Public Administration Management. Financial Management and experience in Fund administration will be an advantage. At least three (3) years’ experience as a supervisor on (salary level 7) or equivalent level as supervisor. Experience of claims process and administration of benefits, support of governance committees, Stakeholder management and outreach services to claimants.
Understanding the application of Government, Departmental and CCOD policies, understanding of compensation claims process, Public Service Regulations as well as knowledge of governmental budgeting and financial principles and practices. Knowledge and application of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, public service regulatory framework, and the South African Constitution. Good communication (verbal and written), planning and organizing, interpersonal, coordination and facilitation, telephone etiquette, ability to work under pressure, independently and with a team as well as stakeholder relations skills. A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES : Administer and manage compensation claims ensure an effective service. Assessing registered claims based on legal requirements and medical evidence to determine their validity and the level of compensation. Control of documentations within the unit, Administration of CCOD programs for active and ex-mine workers in accordance with Occupational Diseases in Mines and Works Act. Ensure that stakeholders are properly managed and that all their queries are answered to. Liaise with stakeholders. Make sure that committees are appointed according to legislation, are remunerated as per treasury regulations and proper processes are followed. Management of risk, audit and personnel. Put systems in place to minimise risks. Advise and lead supervisors regarding all aspects of the work.
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Mama Tel No: (011) 356 5650

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 March 2026
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).